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And Are We Yet Alive

Type: BOOK
Author: Richard B. Wilke
( Church & Ministry , General , Methodist , Young Adult )

The Future of the Untied Methodist Chruch This is the book someone had to write…. And are we yet alive can, if taken seriously, correct the course of our drifting denomination

Beyond Accessibility - Toward Full Inclusion of People with Disabilities in Faith Communties

Type: BOOK
Author: Brett Webb-Mitchell
( Church & Ministry , Church Admin/Leadership )

After constructing a wheelchair ramp, adding large-print bulletins, perhaps even buying a few Braille hymnbooks, a church may appear to be inclusive and welcoming to all, but questions remain: What's next? What do we do once "they" are in the building and part of a congregation's life?

Cuba: Three Faiths Perspectives

Type: VHS
Author: Rod Booth
( Black Methodism , Church & Ministry , Ecumenical , Faith , General )

During the Batista years, Cuba was known as the playground of the Western world. Following the Castro- led revolution of 1959, it became a socialist state and the object of raids, sabotage and a crippling trade embargo imposed by successive U.S administrations.

Faith Quest

Type: TAPE
Author: Dan R. Dick
( Church & Ministry , Faith , General )

Hilly Hicks, Dan Dicks , and Barbara Miller guide viewers through the world of faith quest in this delightful, lighthearted video designed to correspond with the faith quest bible study .

Faith Quest

Type: BOOK
Author: Dan R. Dick
( Church & Ministry , Faith , General )

Faith Quest is a new way of thinking in the church. It Is not a program or a single resource. Faith Quest is a process - a journey - for leaders in logical congregation.

Faith Quest

Type: BOOK
Author: Dan R. Dick
( Church & Ministry , Faith , General )

Faith Quest is a new way of thinking in the church. It is not a program or a single resource. Faith Quest is a process- a journey- for leaders in local congregations.

Faith Quest

Type: VHS
Author: Dan R. Dick
( Church & Ministry , Faith , General )

Hilly Hicks, Dan Dicks , and Barbara Miller guide viewers through the world of faith quest in this delightful, lighthearted video designed to correspond with the faith quest bible study

Five Practices : Extravagant Generosity

Type: BOOK
Author: Robert Schnase
( Church & Ministry , Genral , Religions )

Extravagant Geneorsity describes practices of sharing and giving that exceed all expections and extend to unexpected measures. Imagine being part of a congregations that practice EXTRAVAGANT generosity- giving in a way that changes the giver, changes the church, and changes the world. Now, imagine yourseld being part of making this happen in your church- excelling in the grace of giving and making a postive difference for the purposes of Christ. This is one of the practices that leads to a...

Five Practices : Passionate Worship

Type: BOOK
Author: Robert Schnase
( Church & Ministry , General , Religions )

Passionate Worship, whether traditional or contemp[ory, means an extraodinary eagernesds to offer the best in worship, honoring God with excellence and with an unusal clarity about the purpose of connecting people to God. Imagine being part of a congregation that practices PASSIONATE worship- offering worship that is alive, authentic, engaging, and life-changing. Now, imagine yourself being a part of making this happen in your church- honoring God with excellebce. This is one of the practices...

Five Practices of Fruitful Congregations

Type: BOOK
Author: Robert Schnase
( Church , Church & Ministry , Church Growth , Church Life , Church Ministry , Church Renewal , Congregational Development , Ministry Resources , Worship )

People are searching for a church shaped and sustainted by Radical Hospitality, Passionate Worship, Internal Faith Development,Risk-taking Mission and Service, and Extravagent Generosity. These fundamental practices are critical to the sucess of congregations. Their presence and strength demonstrate congregational health, vitality, and fruitfulness. By repeating and improving these practices, churches fulfill their mission to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the work.

GoFish: T.I.M.E.: Together in Ministry Everyday

Type: KIT
Author:
( Church & Ministry , Evangelism , General , Outreach )

The Go Fish! Series encourages and equips congregations to do God's fishing. Transoforming your commuity - from fear to faith, from complacency to compassion, and from greed to generosity - as you Go Fish! Includes: Handbook, Workbook, DVD and 52 Devotions

Good Sense Freed-Up Financial Living

Type: BOOK
Author: Dick Towner
( Business & Econmics , Church & Ministry , General )

Are these the first words that come to mind when yuh think finances ? They could be! Grace, joy, and freedom are words people most often use to describe their experiences with Freed-Up Fincial Living- a proven, biblical resource for transforming hearts and lives in the area of finances.

Job Descriptions and Leadership Training

Type: BOOK
Author: Betsey Heavner
( Church & Ministry , General )

Churches need people to serve in a variety of offices. Sometimes these offices seem like little more than a title.Sometimes we accept a job without any understanding of whatthe job entails or knowing what gifts are needed to do the work.

Leadershio Essentials

Type: BOOK
Author: Carol Cartmill
( Church & Ministry , Ministry Resources )

Leadership Essentials offers practical skills, worksheets, and practice excercises in areas such as recuting and motivating volunteers, setting a vision for a team, planning effective meetings, managing time, setting goals, mentoring, leading through change, and conflict management.

Suicide - Pastoral Responses

Type: BOOK
Author: Loren L. Townsend
( Church & Ministry , Counseling , Healing , Pastoral Care , Pastoral Helps )

No one can ever be prepared enough to deal with suicide; but one can identify special risks and be aware of short - and long- term effects on survivors and family members. In Suicide: Pastorals Responses. Dr. Townsend defines patterns and issues that surround sucide. This book will help ministers identify particular markers and give steps for pastoral intervention and sucide prevention. The Pastoral responses series is designed to help pastors and other pastoral caregivers deal with crises or...

The Right Start: beginning ministry in a new setting

Type: DVD
Author:
( Change , Christian Life , Church , Church & Ministry , Church Admin/Leadership , Church Staff , Pastoral Change )

The Lewis Center for Church Leadership has produced a new video-based learning resource for clergy preparing to begin ministry in a new setting. It includes video sessions presented by Lovett H. Weems, Jr., director of the Lewis Center. This resource draws on Dr. Weems's many years of experience in leading transition workshops across the country as well as the Lewis Center's research and expertise on pastoral transition. It helps pastors leave their current setting well and get off on the right...