| A Presbyterian Family Album |
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285.137 |
A excellent way to learn more about the traditions, great diversity & deep commitment found among those who call themselves Presbyterian. Use with new members classes, youth groups, or any adult group. Features Donald Marsh as John Witherspoon. |
| Being A Presbyterian |
Redman |
Betty (Producer) |
262.4 |
This 15 minute video outlines what it means to be "Presbyterian", for use with new members classes or confirmation classes. |
| Bread for the Journey: Resources for Worship |
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264.13 |
Contemporary worship resources that emphasize worship as part of an ever-evolving journey toward God. Included are pieces for baptism, communion, confirmation, new member litany, funeral & seasons of the Christian year. |
| Can We Talk? Conversations for Faith - Student Journal |
Anderson |
Emily J. |
268.433 048 |
For students to use in the Can We Talk confirmation class. This course moving through 7 different studies to help students in their investigation into the core of Christian beliefs. The journal helps students continue the journey throughout the week. |
| Can We Talk? Conversations for Faith - Teacher's Guide |
Anderson |
Emily J. |
268.433 048 |
A short-term, high-intensity immersion in the Christian faith & geared toward leading a group in the investigation of core Christian beliefs. For teaching the Catechism as a confirmation class, moving through 7 different studies. Student journal available |
| Celebrating Special Days in the Church School Year |
Smith |
Judy Gattis |
263.9 |
Liturgies and participation activities for church school children that are Biblical based for every season of the year. Includes church year celebrations, special events in the life of the church as well as other national days. |
| Christian Formation for the Next Generation - Insights Spring 1998 |
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268 |
Spring issue of Insights the faculty journal of Austin Seminary that discusses Christian Education, including the PC(USA) catechism first draft. |
| Church: A Believeing Fellowship, The |
Leith |
John H. |
268.434 |
Classic examination of what it means to become a member of the church. (Junior High Communicant classes, church officer training and new member classes). |
| Common Faith, Common Mission: Discovering Our Presbyterian Foundations |
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262.18 |
Four session study designed to give older youth and adults an opportunity to become familiar/reacquainted with the Book of Order & the Book of Confessions. |
| Confirmation: Presbyterian Practices in Ecumenical |
Osmer |
Richard Robert |
268.433 048 |
The author surveys early church practices of confirmation & offers a comprehensive discussion of the particularities of the Protestant experience of confirmation. He proposes a 2-step process of confirmation. |
| Get Ready! Get Set! Worship! |
Lou |
Sue |
264.0083 |
Excellent resource for learning to include children in worship. For use by pastors, eductors, parents, sessions & committees. To teach all ages about worship & the sacraments in a variey of settings. |
| Got A Call? |
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262.14 |
Designed to help youth & young adults explore the concept of call to ministry. Includes a reminder that seminaries related to the PC(USA) stand ready to equip those who are called by God to serve as leaders. |
| How to Spell Presbyterian: Newly Revised Edition |
Angell |
James W. |
262.4 |
The author tells what it means to be a presbyterian in a very readable, accessible 6 part book that also includes a glossary. This updated version contains statistics & polity information. Ideal for new members, confirmation students & inquirers |
| Ignite A fire For Confirmation: Teaching Techniques for Pastors, Christian Educators and Volunteers |
Giles |
Donna |
268.433 045 7 |
workbook designed to ask questions and help adults find answers that will encourage adults to answer God's call to the ministry of confirmation. It provides a history of confirmation, developmental stages of youth, different techniques & encouragement. |
| Journeys of Faith: A Guide for Confirmation - Commissioning |
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268.433 048 |
Published especially for use in the PC(USA) these 10 sections deal with topics such as prayer, scriptures, worship, sacraments, church mission, Presbyterian heritage, etc. Includes a guide, activities, resources, games, plans for trips & retreats, etc. |
| Making Disciples: Confirmand's Journal |
Willimon |
William H. |
268.433 048 |
To be used as a sample only for ordering. For the confirmand to write down highlights, memories & details of their journey with their mentor. |
| Making Disciples: Coordinator's Guide |
Willimon |
William H. |
268.433 048 |
The learning activities & materials are structured so that the entire program will take about 3 months, but can be expanded. It is a lay-enacted process, facilitated by the pastor or other coordinator. |
| Making Disciples: Mentor Support video |
Willimon |
William H. |
268.433 048 |
Gives the mentor session-by-session assistance. |
| Making Disciples: Mentor's Guide |
Willimon |
William H. |
268.433 048 |
13 session course, each addressing a particular topic & includes activities for you and your confirmand to do together. |
| Making Worship Real: A Resource for Youth and Their Leaders |
Buchanan |
Aimee Wallis |
264.0084 |
An effective way for pastors, Christian Educators, Youth leaders & youth themselves to learn about the various elements of worship in the PC(USA) & Reformed congregations. |
| My Church's Story: The Presbyterian Church |
Townsend |
Hazel Timblin |
268.433 045 |
Twenty-four activity worksheets on church history, beliefs, sacraments, symbols; church government and mission for junior age through adult. |
| People Like Us: Life in the Spirit (The Adult Journey) |
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268.434 |
Five part adult study for the Sundays after Pentecost. An essay on the Christian Life as a series of choices we make about life, death, responsibility vocation, worship, spiritual disciplines & other aspects. (5-10 session) Also good for retreat setting. |
| Professing Our Faith: A Confirmation Curriculum |
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268.433 048 |
Teacher's book, students notebooks (1 for 8 session & 1 for 35 session). Provides a foundational understanding of our faith, tradition & practices. Built around Apostles' Creed, 10 Commandments & Lord's Prayer, imitating the model from Study Catechism. |
| Reaching Out, Reaching In (Training Tape 1989) |
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268.434 |
30 minute video showing Presbyterian youth in action through the church. Drawing on its Reformed heritage, the church is seen responding to challenges from today's culture. |
| So Great a Cloud of Witnesses: A Survey of Church History |
Wehrheim |
Carol |
268.433 045 |
33 sessions to help participants learn some significant Christian men & women through the ages as they have witnessed to their faith. Good for a variety of youth, adult & new member classes. |
| Study Guide to Holy Baptism and Services for the Renewal of Baptism |
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To help congregations, worship committees, etc. explore the use of the accompanying book. Six to eight sessions. Can be used with confirmation classes, new members & retreats. |
| The Big Picture: A Resource for Confirmation or Pre-Confirmation |
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268.433 048 |
This magazine-style resource is perfect for teaching children in grades 6-8 the basics of Christian faith. Includes activities & conversation starters. Part of the Belonging To god - Catechism curriculum from PC(USA). |
| The Big Picture: Supplement For Leaders |
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268.433 048 |
Each leader needs a copy of this , which supplies fresh ideas for presenting and reinforcing the material. |
| The Confirmation Class Curriculum |
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268.433 048 |
Complete curriculum for confirmation class covering Presbyterian church history, John Calvin, Sacraments, worship, church membership, etc. Can be used in other areas of the church. |
| The Study Catechism - Confirmation Version (revised) |
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268.433 048 |
Shorter version of the full Study Catechism was designed for use with young people during confirmation. |
| There Are Varieties of Service |
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268.433 |
Documentary shows enthusiastic youth taking part in enriching services, from working in homelss shelters to participating in community clean-up projects. Helpful insights for youth in planning, participating & evaluating service projects. Guide included. |
| Through Jesus Christ: Worship and Faith |
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268.434 |
Explores the significance of Christ in a religiously plural world, focusing on the centrality of Christ in Christian worship. Study guide included. Good for adult classes, officer training, new member & confirmation classes, etc. Five parts. |
| Understanding Christian Symbols |
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268.612 |
20-minute live-action video that explores several Christian symbols & their roots. Good for confirmation classes & adult groups. Includes study guide with discussion questions & other suggested activities. |
| What Christians Believe: Confirmation Studies for Persons with Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities |
Anderson |
George C. |
268.433 048 |
Biblically sound confirmation curriculum for persons with mental retardation & developmental disabilities. A nondenominational lesson series to teach the basic tenets of the Christian faith with hands-on activities for varying levels of ability. |
| Who Are We Presbyterians (2001) |
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262.4 |
Seventeen minute video to help understand who we are as Presbyterians. Convictions are shared that shope our identities & interactions to help provoke questions & share experiences. |
| Who Are We Presbyterians? |
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262.4 |
Video that can be used in both confirmation & new member classes to explain both the mission & theology/doctrine of our denomination. Very informative. |