A Dramatic Program For Lent
Jeffrey Ingold
These dramatic monologues offer a unique perspective on Jesus’ crucifixion. Viewed through the eyes of a Blacksmith, Carpenter, Stone Mason, Tanner, and Basket Maker, the presentations introduce the congregation to those who crafted items used in the

Three Programs For The Season
Cynthia E. Cowen
Popular CSS author Cynthia Cowen returns with three more imaginative programs that will spice up the Advent/Christmas season for any size congregation. Prepare Your Heart For Christmas is a service of carols and reflections that's perfect for a midwe

Seeking a Healthy Sexuality in a World of Power and Control
Rev. James Lex, Ed.D., With Ann M. Ennis
An honest story of one man's life in the Roman Catholic priesthood. This is a book that challenges all of those on either side who claim to have a corner on the Truth.

Through this candid and challenging look at celibacy, Father James Lex pr

Sermons And Services For Communion And Feetwashing
Frank Ramirez
Appropriate for Maundy Thursday or any time throughout the year, this resource contains several sermons and a full-blown service of Holy Communion, Feetwashing, and Agape Meal (or Love Feast). Detailed bread recipes and instructions for all the prepa

A Collection Of Congregational Resources For Advent/Christmas
Elaine M. Ward, R. H. Thompson, David H. Covington, Janet K. Gardner, Rochelle M. Pennington, Mary Connealy, Cynthia E. Cowen, Stan Purdum
This anthology provides an ample selection of seasonal worship, drama, and children's resources by popular authors from a variety of denominations. Whatever your congregation's size or worship style, you're sure to find something in Christmas T

Couples In Premarital Preparation
Norma Schweitzer Wood and Lisa M. Leber
One of the important, if often overlooked, tasks of the parish pastor is effective premarital counseling. Since many couples are overwhelmed by the arrangements for their wedding, it can often be difficult to lead them into a realistic and faithful d...

Children's Sermons And Activity Pages For Lent And Easter
Julia E. Bland
One of the most striking representations of Jesus in the scriptures is that of a shepherd. Based on John 10’s statement that He is the Good Shepherd, this series of eight lessons teaches youngsters of Jesus’ unfailing love and care (even to the point

Preaching In The Paperless Pulpit
William H. Shepherd, Jr.
Does the idea of speaking without a manuscript in the pulpit make you feel like a trapeze artist trying to negotiate a high wire without a net? There you are, balancing delicately in the stratosphere and holding on for dear life with nothing but you

86 Messages For Children
Elaine M. Ward
Jesus told stories, and the scriptures are the sacred story of God and his people ... and since children love stories as well, what could be a more appropriate way to plant the seeds of faith than with stories? This outstanding collection provides 86

Three Plays For Youth
Rebecca Bergey
When the Senior High Sunday School class at Saint John Center Lutheran Church in East Earl, Pennsylvania, couldn’t find a Christmas play to suit their needs, they decided to write and perform their own. Their play was so well received that in succeed...