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How can pastors explain infant baptism using scripture? When John Conrad looked for resources to help him, he found none that addressed the issue from an almost exclusively scriptural viewpoint. And he discovered that couples from differing religious backgrounds (such as Baptist and Roman Catholic) often opted not to baptize their children mainly because they couldn't come to any point of agreement. So Conrad decided to fill this void -- and h...

Sampson's First Christmas is a charming play that's perfect for a holiday children's program in small congregations. The story details the attempts of Sampson Squirrel to discover Christmas. After overhearing a conversation between the rustic characters of Ma and Pa, Sampson asks his forest friends where to find this wonderful place. When they are unable to help, Ma and Pa show Sampson the true meaning of Christmas. This adaptable piece can ac...

If Your Dearest Should Die by John R. Brokhoff is a devotional reading book that has daily devotional and bible readings. Some of the topics covered in this devotional reading book: - Daily devotional reading - Daily devotions - Bible reading - Devotional reading If Your Dearest Should Die will provide comfort and assurance to anyone whose loved ones are facing death or have recently died. Because death is the great unknown, we all have questi...

Turn ordinary sermons into memorable occasions with this set of 20 dramatic monologues that can be used by female pastors, lay speakers, or other worship leaders. Women In The Wings highlights the role of women in the Christian story, as scripture passages are brought to life and interpreted by the women who were there. Each monologue tells the story of a biblical character, or of someone who might have witnessed the biblical narrative unfold....

This book provides a concise introduction to and overview of the growing discipline and practice of Appreciative Inquiry (AI). If you are intrigued by the prospect of mobilizing rapid, positive change with multiple stakeholders in a human system that is important to you, this book is for you.

This 25-minute Christmas Nativity pageant tells the story of Jesus Christ from creation to present day. The birth of Christ is seen as an event with a much wider scope than an incident that occurred long ago in Bethlehem. This drama is unique in highlighting Jesus' birth as part of the greater picture of God's activity throughout history: in creation, in the words of the prophets, in the cross, in the resurrection, and in our world today. The ...

Adaptable to any number of children, this delightful Christmas story-play focuses on the attributes of the Christ Child and enables young and old to identify with those attributes in their own lives. It is a charming story and a lovely idea. It's quite appropriate to start with the HUMAN Jesus... that's how children can relate to him. J. Randall Sachs Associate Professor of Systematic Theology Weston Jesuit School of Theology Departing form th...

Two Tenebrae Readings and Services provides pastors and congregations with dramatic ways to remember the Passion of the Lord. Tenebrae I - 9 reading parts Tenebrae II - 12 reading parts Parts are simple enough for young people and adults. They are creatively drawn from the Bible narratives and present realistic human responses from those who would be his disciples. These resources require very little preparation. They were conducted in the aut...

Tenebrae For Modern Times combines scripture, contemporary language, and prose poetry in an innovative setting. Within the framework of a standard worship service, short reflections by six apostles are echoed by the musings of six contemporary people with similar concerns. This juxtaposition reveals that little has changed in almost 2, 000 years -- there are still taxes to pay and family situations to deal with. Questions central to our lives ...

This play is presented as a reading with the actors silently acting out their parts as the narrators read from the side of the stage or chancel. Accompanying the script are suggested solos and hymns for choir or congregational participation. • Requires no memorization • Minimal rehearsal needed • Ideal for Christmas Eve or Christmas Day In addition to raising six children, Eva Juliuson has worked with hundreds of young people during her twelve...

No one truly knows how vital prayers can be to mental, physical, and spiritual health until they find themselves seriously ill. While people will often say that they are praying for those who need healing, what is really needed is for someone to pray with them. But there are many people who simply don't know what to say or feel uncomfortable when lifting up the sick in prayer. Prayers For Healing helps readers tap into this powerful resource b...

Faith, Hope, Love, Joy, and The Light Of The World are themes in this candlelighting service for the four Sundays of Advent and Christmas Eve. Each service includes a scripture, message and prayer with optional listing of hymns and calls to worship. Lights Of Love provides a banner instruction section, a Christmas Eve candlelighting suggested order of service, and a brief explanation of the meaning of Advent. In addition to public worship, the...

With The Last Supper, you won't just hear about this familiar story, you'll see it and feel it! It's an insightful look at one of the most poignant moments in the life of Jesus. Glimpses into the personalities and backgrounds of the disciples emphasize the human qualities that we share with them. It's also a visual portrayal of the sacrament of Holy Communion. This is a dramatic way to celebrate Maundy Thursday, as the program deftly combines ...

Five monologues, in the form of short letters, take you into the thoughts and reflections of the traditional Advent figures as they share their experiences with those close to them. The vignettes may be memorized or may be presented in a modified reader's theater format -- the reader actually reading the letter aloud as it is being written.  The letters are from:  The angel to a friend  The shepherd to his family  The wise man to his court  Ma...

The life-changing power of baptism lives on long after the physical event occurs -- and this beautifully illustrated book captures perfectly the sacrament's wonder and symbolism. Richard Jerpersen's thoughtful contemplations connect our common experience of water with the sacred meaning of baptismal water, and they are brought to life by Brenda Hermundstad Yirsa's breathtaking illustrations. Including numerous scripture quotations, this creati...

Versatile -- "ready-to-use" -- no memorization required. Just what the volunteer ordered. This program is appropriate for Christmas Eve or any Sunday morning in Advent. Involving children of all ages and one adult, it can be used in any size church with a few participants or many. Two versions -- a longer version intended for a full-length service and a shortened version to be used in place of a sermon -- are also included. Symbols of Christma...