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8 Life Shaking Moments with Jesus
Type: KIT
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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 Sacred Trust: Boundary Issues for Clergy and Spiritual Teachers
Type: KIT
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A Sacred Trust is a program of four training segments and a facilitator's guide (see video clip below). The goals of the program are to: Increase awareness of the need for healthy boundaries in the clergy-congregant or teacher-student relationship Provide clergy, lay leaders and teachers with guidelines for appropriate boundaries and self-care Illustrate strategies to sustain a safe, healthy church Define boundaries and why they are important The four training segments...
Becoming a Contagious Christian - Youth Edition
Type: KIT
Author: Willow Creek
Author: Willow Creek
Designed with both you and your students in mind. Everything you'll need to help students discover and develop and discover their unique evangelism styles. Includes and Evangelical Styles Assessment; activities for individuals, partners, and small groups; and video dramas that model and bring to life the evangelistic skills students can use every day. Included: Video cassette, Student's Guide, Leader's Guide, and PowerPoint Presentation on CD-ROM.
Beginnings
Type: KIT
Author: Weber, Ron
Author: Weber, Ron
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Basic Concepts
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Christian Education
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Christian Life
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Faith
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General
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Modern/Contemporary
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New Members
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Small Groups
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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...
Bible Jesus Read, The: 8-session Exploration of the Old Testament
Type: KIT
Author: Yancey, Philip
Author: Yancey, Philip
Provocative, soul-searching group study that will change your picture of the Old Testament. Journey through the scriptures Jesus read, used and loved…scriptures that laid the foundation for everything He ever said or did. Includes video (8 twelve-min. clips), leader's guide, participants guide, and softcover copy of "The Bible Jesus Read."
Case of the Conspicuous Cross, The: A Lenten Play for Youth
Type: KIT
Author: Ellerbock, Keith
Author: Ellerbock, Keith
Based on Luke 14:25-35, this Lenten drama is intended to be performed by youth for an audience of all ages. There are 4 main characters, and at least 5 supporting roles. Contains 10 copies of the script.
Claim the Name:7 Posters, A Visual Treasury of United Methodism
Type: KIT
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Confirmation
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General
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Conversations on Homosexuality and the Unity of the UMC
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Dialogue on Differences: Homosexuality and Nature of Church. United Methodist Council of Bishops Dialogue on "Homosexuality and the Unity of the UMC in the Light of Our Understanding on Ecclesiology and Authority"
Developing Youth as Leaders
Type: KIT
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General
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Transform today's teenagers into tomorrow's leaders with practical, ready-to-use video training.
DISCIPLE II: Into the Word, Into the World
Type: KIT
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Disciple is a program of disciplined bible study aimed at deveoping strong Christian leaders. Part 1 (Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study) is a prerequisite for all other Disciple studies 2:Into the Word, Into the World; 3: Remember Who You Are. Resources include informational video, adult edition videos, youth edition video, study manual, teacher helps, handbooks and youth edition sample study manual, implementation resource, as well as information manuals in Spanish and Korean.
DISCIPLE III: Remember Who You Are
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DISCIPLE: REMEMBER WHO YOU ARE is part of the four-phase DISCIPLE program and is prepared for those who have completed BECOMING DISCIPLES THROUGH BIBLE STUDY. The driving idea in this study is the connection between memory and identity as the people of God. The word You in the title is meant to be heard both in its singular form (the individual) and its plural form (the community). We are a community of memory. Participants in this thirty – two week study will read the major and minor Old...
Experiencing God: Knowing and Doing the Will of God
Type: KIT
Author: Henry and Richard Blackaby
Author: Henry and Richard Blackaby
Over the years God has used the truths of Experiencing God to awaken believers to a radically God-centered way of life. As a result, millions have come to know God intimately, to recognize His voice, and to understand His will for their lives. God is inviting Christians today to experience Him in an intimate love relationship through which He reveals His will, his ways, and his work. This leader kit provides resources for leading 13 group sessions that teach believers how to: know when He is...
Extravagant Generosity
Type: KIT
Author: Jennifer Tyler and Michael Reeves
Author: Jennifer Tyler and Michael Reeves
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Stewardship
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Description Stewardship programs rise or fall on their ability to do two things: first, provide church leaders easy-to-grasp yet comprehensive help in planning and implementing the program; and second, connect stewardship to the spiritual lives of all the members. Plenty of programs have good ideas, yet they fail to provide leaders with suggested sermons and orders of worship, e-mail messages, letters, newsletter announcements, marketing messages, and other detailed, practical help. Many...
Falling in Love with Jesus
Type: KIT
Author: Brestin and Troccoli
Author: Brestin and Troccoli
Have you ever watched other Christians sail through circumstances that would sink your boat? Where do you find the strength and peace you desire for your own life? Falling in Love with Jesus provides the answers to these and many other secrets of the Christian walk. Romance, abiding love, peace and security are the deepest longings of a woman's hearts. They are found in Jesus, the ultimate bridegroom. This 10 session study skillfully weaves video presentation, group discussion and in-depth...
Fireproof Your Marriage:Couple's Kit
Type: KIT
Author: Jennifer Dion
Author: Jennifer Dion
This kit contains a six-session DVD, and two Participant's Guides. The DVD sessions recap briefly (2-5 minutes each) scenes from the Fireproof movie. The Participant's Guides provide descussion questions, scripture references, and exercises for use by couples or small groups. The movie itself is available through video/DVD rental sources, but a special license is required for public showings, other than in a private home. You may purchase the license, which is good for one year, by visiting...
Five Practices
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The Five Practices Leader Manual & Media offers leaders a comprehensive but flexible way to make the Five Practices a congregational-wide focus. Includes a leader manual and DVD to help plan the initiative, sermon outlines, projection slides, customizable promotion materials, and much more. Also included are five DVDs for leading each of the FIve Practices, featuring the teachings of author Robert Schnase.
God is Closer Than You Think
Type: KIT
Author: Ortberg, John
Author: Ortberg, John
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Adult
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Bible/Bible Stories
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Faith
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General
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Jesus
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Small Groups
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Spiritual Growth
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Spiritual Life
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Do your days sometimes feel like a page from a Where's Waldo adventure---and your heavenly Father is nowhere to be found? John Ortberg reveals the truth---that God stretches out to reach us and is an active presence in our lives. In God Is Closer Than You Think Ortberg takes your small group on a journey that will help you to: experience His presence in your busy life, hear Him speak in ways you understand, and discover God's desire to be with you in this moment. This DVD curriculum includes...