Lenten Congregational Resources
Richard J. Hull, II
The sacrificial life of Christ is a major focus of Lent. Symbols Of Sacrifice provides the congregations with opportunities to create visual worship aids representing Christ’s life during worship.

Each weekly presentation builds a grow

True-To-Life Stories For Newly Confirmed Christians
Michael L. Sherer
Here is a terrific resource for recently confirmed young people that speaks their language. Sherer presents 12 contemporary stories examining young confirmands and their personal quests for understanding during a confusing time. Each story is accompa

Gospel Sermons For Sundays After Pentecost (Middle Third), Cycle B
Lawrence H. Craig
Lawrence Craig is widely recognized as a powerful preacher not only by laity but by his peers. He has the unique gift of linking biblical texts to contemporary life. His sermons offer strength, support, and vision to those hoping to enrich their own

He Is Coming Again
Rolf E. Aaseng

This book aims to help Christians evaluate the many conflicting ideas about the second coming by examining what the Bible actually says about it. 

Important reading any time of year, these four chapters especially lend themselves to an Advent Bible study for adult classes. Study questions for each chapter are provided at the back of the book. 

Thirteen Communion Messages
R. E. Lybrand
What can the busy pastor say that has not already been said before, when the congregation gathers to share the Sacrament of the Altar? What new meanings and insights about this special Meal ought to be imparted before the breaking of the bread and...

Defining and Planning Our Congregational Economic Development Mission
Karl Evans
In the Old Testament, the Jubilee year was a celebration of restoration of lands and elimination of debts. In contemporary America, however, many areas are struggling under the weight of poverty and hopelessness in a new and uncertain economy. In these areas, the church must stand not only as a beacon of hope, but also as a catalyst for

40 Brief Worship Services And Meditations For Any Occasion
Robert A. Beringer
These services with meditations are appropriate for any setting or occasion, but are especially useful for worship services in health care centers, retirement homes, and hospitals. Themes will have special meaning for older adults, while humor and na

Eight Sermons And Orders Of Worship For Lent
Jack Brownlee
Excuse Me, Did You Know Him? includes eight sermons and orders of service for the Sundays of Lent, Palm Sunday, Good Friday and Easter Sunday. Each sermon is in the form of a story.

Brownlee’s insightful biblical scholarship finds a...

Advent/Christmas Monologue
Stephen M. Crotts
Includes Costume Instructions

How recently have you shared with your congregation and its children the story of the ”Christian” Saint Nicholas? This book offers you the opportunity to tell the story in a visual way by dressing the part of The

Memories And Questions: Congregational Resources For The Anniversary Of The Atomic Destruction Of Two Japanese Cities
Gaillard T. Hunt
Of all the anniversaries associated with the end of World War II-the liberation of the death camps, Hitler’s suicide, the forming of the United Nations organization, etc. -- the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki is the only event that engender