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8 Life Shaking Moments with Jesus

Type: KIT
Author:
( Bible Study , General , Prayer , Small Groups , Spiritual Growth , Young Adult )

This resource dares our media-savy generation to think critically and creativly, to get to the heart of what they really believe, and express those beliefs in a safe, open atmosphere. Using the Matthew film as a catalyst, the audience moves from passive viewing to passionate interaction. This resource is Unconventional, Unpredictable, Uncompromising..It's unlike any other bible study. Eight 35 minute sessions.

A Purpose Under Heaven

Type: BOOK
Author: Derek V. Smith
( Family , Family Issues , Grief/Death , Guilt , Healing , Lifestyle , Love , Small Groups , Technology )

A Purpose Under Heaven is Nana Martin's story. And so much more. Nana and her divorced, thirty-something daughter, Jane, and teenage granddaughters, Sarah and Rachel, live in New Hope, a friendly, innocent small town caught up in the whirlwinds of change and dislocation. Nana is fiesty, smart, and determined. Troubled by her failure to pass on vital life lessons to Jane, she finds an unexpected ally in George. George is a laptop, a retirement gift to Nana. Like many of her generation, Nana is...

Accountable Discipleship: Handbook for Covenant Discipleship Groups in the Congregation

Type: BOOK
Author: Waston, David Lowes
( Church History , Discipleship , General , Small Groups , Spiritual Growth , United Methodist )

Understanding the early Methodist class meetings and using their principles in small covenant groups for supporting our discipleship today.

Addiction: Why Can't They Just Stop?

Type: DVD
Author:
( Addictions , General , Small Groups )

The critically acclaimed 90-minute HBO Documentary. Several of the nation's leading experts on drug and alcohol addiction, together with a group of accomplished filmmakers, have assembled to create Addiction, an unprecendented documentary aimed at helping Americans understand addiction as a treatable brain disease. It is a subject that touches all our lives. One in four Americans has a family member who is struggling with addiction. Currently, addiction affects over 22 million Americans,...

All Aboard 101: Kicking Off a Group

Type: BOOK
Author:
( General , Leadership , Small Groups )

6 sessions for kicking-off a group.

Basics: Confirming What I Believe - 7 Essentials in the Christain Faith

Type: BOOK
Author:
( Basic Concepts , Christian Education , General , Small Group Ministry , Small Groups , Welcoming / Reaching Outside the Church )

This resource is designed for small groups. There are two tracks in the same book…entry level and advanced level. The topics are: orientation, God the Father almighty, Jesus Christ, Holy Spirit, the church universal, forgiveness of sins, and life everlasting.

Be Strong and Courageous

Type: DVD
Author: Todd Phillips
( Adult Studies , Bible Study , General , Old Testament , Small Groups )

Whether a slave making bricks or a leader of a nation, Josuha lived a life defined by courage, humility, prayer, and worship. His lofe serves as an example and encourgement to us all.

Becoming a Contagious Christian: Communicating Your Faith in a Style that Fits You

Type: VHS
Author: Mittelberg, Strobel and Hybels
( Christian Education , Christian Life , Evangelism , General , Group Study , Outreach , Small Groups , Welcoming / Reaching Outside the Church )

Releasing the hidden evangelist in every Christian. A Proven course designed to equip believers for effective evangelism in today's world, showing ordinary believers how they can share the Gospel in a natural and powerful way while being the person God made them to be. Each session's exercises, discussions, self-assessments and video vignettes give step-by-step guidance to help participants become effective communicators for Christ to those around them. For small to large groups,...

Beginnings

Type: KIT
Author: Weber, Ron
( Basic Concepts , Christian Education , Christian Life , Faith , General , Modern/Contemporary , New Members , Small Groups )

9-12 week small-group study about basic Christian beliefs. Intended for adults hungry for an intentional walk with God that encourages a personal relationship with Jesus. Targets inquirers, explorers, seekers and new church members, designed to begin where these adults are on their spiritual journey. In each 2-hour session participants share a meal, watch a short video/DVD, engage in meaningful discussion and reflection, study Scripture, explore Christian faith and teachings, and grow in...

Can We Talk? Christian Conversations About Homosexuality

Type: DVD
Author:
( General , Homosexuality , Small Groups )

This resource is from The General Commissionon Christian Unity and Interreligious Concerns. A resource to help local churches, small groups, large groups, districts, and individuals dialogue with love and grace about their agreements and disagreements over homosexuality.

Choices Choose to Live

Type: DVD
Author: Erwin McManus
( Church And Ministry , General , Small Groups , Youth Resources )

The most Spirit activity you will engage in today in making choices. Our choices' either move us toward god and all the fulfillment that comes in Him or steer us away from Him to a life of shame and fear.

Class Leaders - Recovering a Tradition

Type: VHS
Author: Watson, David Lowes
( Church History , General , History , Leadership , Methodist , Small Groups , United Methodist )

Explains the tradition and history of class leaders in Methodist tradition and explores if we should revive the tradition. Adapted from a live broadcast, uses interviews and discussion to explain how to 1) develop leaders and 2) appoint leaders.

Companions in Christ - Leader's Guide

Type: BOOK
Author: Bryant, Grana and Thompson
( General , Leadership , Small Group Ministry , Small Groups , Spiritual Growth , Teacher Training )

Small-Group Experience in Spiritual Formation. Leader's guide provides detailed guidance for leading a small group through 28 weekly sessions.

Companions in Christ: Participant's Book

Type: BOOK
Author: Dawson et al
( Christian Life , Faith , General , Small Group Ministry , Small Groups , Spiritual Growth )

Powerfully renewing experience that builds spiritual practices to help you share more fully in the life of Christ and to bring what you learn into all areas of your church life. 28 week spiritual journey.

Convergence ( Frustraions and False Gods: Living in a Fallen World )

Type: DVD
Author: Donald Miller
( Christian Living , Life , Sin , Small Groups )

Are Christians supposed to be happy all the time ? Why is life so unsatisfying? What do I use to fill my heart? My time? My mind? What does the Gospel have to say when I am disappointed with life? How are we to live in a world filled with God's goodness yet plagued by sin and disappointment?

Couples 101: Starting a Couples Group

Type: BOOK
Author:
( General , Leadership , Small Groups , Welcoming / Reaching Outside the Church )

6 sessions for starting a couples group.

Couples Who Cope: Sustaining Love in Difficult Times

Type: BOOK
Author: Ives, Jane P.
( Communication , Conflict Resolution , Counseling , Death/Dying , Family , General , Group Study , Marriage , Reconciling , Separation , Small Groups )

Collection of true stories that explores how adversity affects marriages. Grouped around themes of family crises and concerns, separation caused by career demands, relationship breakdown and recovery, illness of a spouse, and death. Illustrates the importance of communication and conflict-resolution skills. Includes 13 page leader's guide for use with small groups.

Crucified Love: The Practice of Christian Perfection

Type: BOOK
Author: Maas, Robin
( Christian Life , Discipleship , General , Love , Small Groups , Spiritual Growth , Wesley, John )

Dynamic spiritual growth resource that clearly explains John Wesley's concept of "Christian Perfection," and provides step-by-step guidance to individuals, covenant groups and clergy interested in exploring the love of God and neighbor.
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