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219 produkter

Celtic Advent
40 days of devotions to Christmas
AvDavid Cole
Häftad, Engelska, 2018
218 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
This inspirational book takes the reader through Advent to the celebration of Christmas through the eyes and beliefs of Celtic Christianity. Starting in November and reflecting on Jesus' coming at his birth as well as into our lives by the Holy Spirit and at the world's end, the author offers a unique approach to the season to help you gain a new sense of wonder in the birth of Jesus, the Saviour of the world.
Celtic Lent
40 days of devotions to Easter
AvDavid Cole
Häftad, Engelska, 2018
106 kr
Skickas
This inspirational book takes the reader through the 40 days of Lent to the celebration of Easter through the eyes and beliefs of Celtic Christianity. Drawing on primary sources of pastoral letters, monastic rules and the theological teaching of the Celtic church, the author presents a different perspective on the cross of Christ and draws us to see our own life journeys with a new and transforming vision.
Celtic Saints
40 days of devotional readings
AvDavid Cole
Häftad, Engelska, 2020
113 kr
Skickas
The life stories of the Celtic saints are inspirational. They demonstrate great and unassuming faith, often in the face of insurmountable difficulties. In Celtic Saints David Cole draws us to relate our own life journey and developing relationship with God into the life story of the Celtic saint of the day. A corresponding biblical text and blessing encourages and motivates us to transform our lives for today’s world in the light of such historic faith. Previously published as 40 Days with the Celtic Saints.
Parenting Children for a Life of Faith omnibus
Helping children meet and know God
AvRachel Turner
Häftad, Engelska, 2018
145 kr
Skickas
Nurturingchildren in the Christian faith is a privilege given to all of us whoseresponsibility it is to raise children. God’s desire is that our parenting guides each child to meet and know him, and to live with him every daythrough to eternity.In this fullyupdated compilation of her Parenting Children for a Life of… series,Rachel Turner explores how the home can become the primary place in whichchildren are nurtured into the reality of God’s loving presence and encouragedto grow in a two-way relationship with him that will last a lifetime.This book examines how we can enable our children to know what it means to be in a relationship with God, rather than just know about him – helping our children to be God-connected rather than merely God-smart. Each chapter includes true stories and questions to help us reflect on our own experience as we journey together with our children.
Fill the Gap!
120 instant Bible games for Sunday schools and midweek groups
AvRebecca Parkinson
Häftad, Engelska, 2012
145 kr
Skickas
Fill the Gap! contains 120 easy-to-play Bible-based games with little or no preparation needed - perfect for picking straight off the shelf! The ideas are designed to help local churches fill up those awkward gaps of time in Sunday schools, midweek clubs, holiday clubs, after school clubs and children's camps. The games are divided equally across the Old Testament and the New Testament and offer a fun-filled way to reinforce a teaching point or help children unfamiliar with Bible stories. There are two games for each story, one aimed at 4-7s and the other at 7-11s, but many of the games can be modified slightly to make them appropriate for older or younger children to take part. Most of the games are suitable for both smaller and larger groups of children and many can be easily adapted to fit different Bible stories, allowing favourite games to be used again with a different emphasis.
Creating Community
Ancient ways for modern churches
AvSimon Reed
Häftad, Engelska, 2013
98 kr
Skickas
There is much talk today of 'new ways of being church' and 'new monastic spirituality'. As Simon Reed explored the Celtic roots of the Christian faith, in community with others who drew inspiration from our spiritual ancestors in the British Isles, he came to realise that the third millennium church has much in common with the first millennium church, and more importantly, much to learn from it. In Creating Community, he introduces us to a new but at the same time very old way of being church which is based upon three core elements: a Way of Life, a network of Soul Friends, and a rhythm of prayer. The book shows how the rediscovery of these elements by Christians today offers a vital key that opens up an ancient way for modern churches, one which not only helps to bring believers to lasting maturity but creates genuine and much-needed community in an increasingly fragmented world.
A-cross the World
An exploration of forty representations of the cross from the worldwide Christian Church
AvMartyn Payne,Betty Pedley
Häftad, Engelska, 2011
345 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
Designed to enable children and adults to see the cross through the eyes of other cultures and traditions Promotes discussion and debate on why this single, historical event continues to exercise such an influence worldwide Explores how Christians in a wide variety of places, different times in history and in different circumstances, have lived purposeful lives because of their faith in a Christ, who died and who is risen - all symbolized by the cross Covers crosses from a wide diversity of cultures and faith traditions Includes an 'A-cross the Year' section suggesting ways the material can be used for activity days, holiday clubs, seasonal events and all-age worship.
My First Bible
AvLeena Lane
Inbunden, Engelska, 2011
125 kr
Skickas
An ideal gift for young children, My First Bible retells all the favourite Bible stories known and loved by generations of children, for children of today. Bold and colourful illustrations from Gillian Chapman bring the world of the Bible to life. Suitable for reading aloud with very young children, or for independent readers aged 4-6 years, the helpful index at the back show where all the stories can be found in the Bible.
Messy Church
Fresh ideas for building a Christ-centred community
AvLucy Moore
Häftad, Engelska, 2011
113 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
One individual chapter of this popular book on Messy Church. Overflowing with creative ideas to draw the community together for fun, food, fellowship and worship, this resource book contains 15 themed programme outlines. Each outline has ideas for creative art and craft activities, meal plans and recipes for eating together and family-friendly worship. Messy Church grew out of one church's desire to reach out to those on the fringes of the church community and experience the love of Christ through creativity, fellowship and worship together. There is also a dedicated website at www.messychurch.org.uk which explains what Messy Church is, why it got started and who is doing it now.
Paper Plate Bible Crafts
58 easy-to-do ideas for 5-7s
AvAnita Reith Stohs
Häftad, Engelska, 2018
123 kr
Skickas
Paper Plate Bible Crafts is a great resource for fun crafts that teach Bible stories in any setting. Fast, inexpensive and readily available, paper plates easily become masks, mobiles, puppets and plaques. The finished crafts are an ingenious way to reinforce Bible stories and themes. The book includes 58 tried-and-tested ideas for 5–7-year-olds, each with simple templates and easy-to-follow instructions. Alongside the paper plate, each craft uses basic, everyday materials such as card, felt-tipped pens, scissors and glue and can be completed as suggested or adapted to suit the needs and skills of the children. Each idea includes: key Bible story reference; full equipment list; easy-to-follow instructions; simple discussion starters; alternative ideas for making the craft; illustration of the finished craft.A fantastic resource, full of cheap, easy and fun ideas. I never realised paper plates were quite so versatile!Kathy Bland, The Good BookstallThis is a reissued title, originally published in October 2012.
Resourcing Rural Ministry
Practical insights for mission
AvSimon Martin,Caroline Hewlettm. fl.
Häftad, Engelska, 2015
108 kr
Skickas
Resourcing Rural Ministry offers an in-depth exploration of the key aspects, challenges and opportunities of mission in a rural church. Relevant for ordained and lay leaders alike, the book covers subjects ranging from encouraging evangelism in a multi-church group to making best use of church buildings. Containing a wealth of real-life case studies and suggestions for follow-up, this ecumenical publication draws on the expertise and resources of the Arthur Rank Centre (ARC), which has served the spiritual and practical needs of the rural Christian community for over 40 years. This book contributes to ARC’s Germinate programme of training, development and support for rural multi-church groups of all denominations. Resourcing Rural Ministry was first developed by Simon Martin as Training and Resources Officer at the ARC. Additional chapters have been contributed by the Revd Caroline Hewlett, Rona Orme and Becky Payne and the final text has been prepared and edited by Jill Hopkinson. 'This book is packed with helpful resources and background theology that will aid the rural church to be a vibrant and relevant presence in today’s society.' Revd Peter Ball, Mission and Training Officer, Eastern Synod of the URC 'Read these contributions and you’ll be excited by a wealth of experience, insight and resource.' Rt Revd James Bell, Bishop of Ripon
Contemplative Minister
Learning to lead from the still centre
AvIan Cowley
Häftad, Engelska, 2015
110 kr
Skickas
There was a time where Christian ministry offered the opportunity to spend your life in the study of God's word, in reading and reflection, in prayer and sermon preparation, and in the quiet and faithful pastoral care of a community. The world has changed, and with it most of the expectations that govern church appointments. These days there are very few jobs in full time ministry which do not require a heroic combination of stamina, multi-tasking and change management. This book gives practical advice on how to nurture faith and a sense of calling amid the hectic life that is ministry today. Drawing on his experience of developing and leading training programmes in this area, Ian Cowley assesses the stresses and pressures of the job and shows how to grow into being a 'contemplative minister', prioritising a relationship of deepening love with God. He also offers guidance on leading others into that same relationship, without your own spiritual life running dry.
Messy Prayer
Developing the prayer life of your Messy Church
AvJane Leadbetter,Martyn Paynem. fl.
Häftad, Engelska, 2015
98 kr
Skickas
Equipping your Messy team to pray and encourage others to do so, both within and outside the Messy Church context - Communicating prayer as a concept - Praying as a team in advance and on the day - Prayer ideas for the activity time, celebration time, and at home as a family - Ways of praying the Lord’s Prayer - Ways to reimagine other traditional prayers - Creating a prayer space - A Messy Quiet Day outline
Barnabas Page a Day Bible
AvRhona Davies
Häftad, Engelska, 2015
134 kr
Skickas
365 illustrated stories from the Bible, a page for every day of the year. Every main event in the Bible is included, retold as a continuous narrative to make the Bible accessible to all readers.
Messy Hospitality
Changing communities through fun, food, friendship and faith
AvLucy Moore
Häftad, Engelska, 2016
218 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
A practical exploration of the Christian principle of hospitality from the founder of Messy Church In Messy Hospitality Lucy Moore demonstrates how hospitality can be practised in Messy Church and other church contexts to promote mission and faith formation, addressing the theology of hospitality and how it can be expressed at the welcome table, the activity table, the Lord’s Table, the meal table, and in the home. Also included are insights from the secular hospitality industry, how to train Messy Church teams in hospitality, audit-style questions for the reader to apply in their own context, and five complete session outlines for Messy Churches.
Outdoor Church
20 sessions to take church outside the building for children and families
AvSally Welch
Häftad, Engelska, 2016
110 kr
Skickas
Helping churches to reconnect and value their environment. A creative worship and activity resource for churches to use outside the church building, Outdoor Church functions in any green space and is suitable for churches in urban, suburban and rural contexts. - Four sessions for each season - Four stand-alone service outlines, one for each season - Material based on Bible stories and parables - All-age activities and seasonal prayers - Indoor alternatives for rainy days
Comfort in the Darkness
Helping children draw close to God through biblical stories of night-time and sleep
AvRachel Turner
Häftad, Engelska, 2016
109 kr
Skickas
Night-themed Bible stories for families to share together Sleep, dreams and the night can be mysterious and sometimes troubling. Children can be afraid of the dark, have nightmares and night terrors, sleepwalk, or have insomnia. How do we address their concerns and fears and help them to draw close to God at night? This collection of Bible story retellings exploring God’s character and promises will enable parents to help children grow in peace, confidence and understanding of who God is. Includes: - Bible story retellings, each including a prayer, direct Bible quotations, and one or two questions to discuss as wished - Guidance for parents, including tips on how to encourage children’s connection to God at night, and how to troubleshoot specific spiritual and emotional issues that arise around sleep, night and dreams
Lighted Windows
An Advent calendar for a world in waiting
AvMargaret Silf
Häftad, Engelska, 2016
218 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
The world waits - sometimes holding its breath in fear of what tomorrow may bring, sometimes in a haze of busyness, or boredom, in which we hardly know what we are waiting for. Yet we still wait in hopefulness. The birth of a baby invariably stirs deep wells of hope in the human heart. Perhaps in this generation, things will get better. Perhaps this child will make a difference. As we approach the Christmas season we prepare to celebrate the coming to earth of someone who really does make a difference. At this season the ‘windows’ of our human experience can change from rows of faceless panes, perhaps grimy with dirt, into lighted windows that open up new possibilities and coax us into a place where rejoicing might be possible. The journey mapped out in this book is an invitation to look into some of these lighted windows, and discover a few reflections of what we wait for, and long for—reflections of God’s guidance, his call to trust him and live by his wisdom. Each window seeks to bring familiar scripture into focus with everyday living, encouraging us to enter right into the place where God is coming to birth, and to make the experience of Bethlehem our own. And finally, the windows become doors, through which we are sent back to a waiting world to share our personal experience of God-with-us.
Collective Worship for Primary Schools
50 easy-to-use Bible-based outlines for teaching essential life skills
AvHelen Jaeger
Häftad, Engelska, 2016
94 kr
Skickas
A practical resource for those leading Collective Worship in primary schools Collective Worship for Primary Schools contains 50 assembly outlines, each based on a key theme and including an interactive game, a thought for the day, a Bible story, questions, a reflection time, a prayer and a music suggestion. Each school month has been matched to Christian festivals, topics and themes, as well as exploring traditional Christian values, such as caring for the poor and speaking out for others, in the context of school issues. Cultural issues and world focus are also included. An appendix provides a suggested calendar of assemblies to use throughout the Christian year and a list of themes linked to world international days or other significant events for the school year.
God's Belongers
The four ways people engage with church and how we encourage them
AvDavid Walker
Häftad, Engelska, 2017
98 kr
Skickas
God’s Belongers should transform our thinking about what it means to belong to church. Uniquely, David Walker replaces the old and worn division between ‘members’ and ‘nonmembers’ with a fourfold model of belonging: through relationship, through place, through events, and through activities. From his extensive practical research, the author shows how ‘belonging’ can encompass a far wider group of people than those who attend weekly services. This opens up creative opportunities for mission in today’s world. ‘In this excellent book David Walker brings together his considerable gifts as a first-rate mathematician and theologian in a highly accessible manner. The result is not only fascinating and thought-provoking: its insights have the potential significantly to renew the mission of the church in its efforts to make the love of God in Jesus known. I hope it will be very widely read.’ The Right Revd Dr John Inge, Bishop of Worcester
St Aidan's Way of Mission
Celtic insights for a post-Christian world
AvRay Simpson
Häftad, Engelska, 2016
110 kr
Skickas
Surveying the life and times of Aidan of Lindisfarne, this book draws insights into missional approaches to inspire both outreach and discipleship for today’s Church. As in his previous BRF book, Hilda of Whitby, Ray Simpson shows that such figures from past centuries can provide models for Christian life and witness today. An author and speaker on Celtic spirituality with a worldwide reputation, he combines historical fact with spiritual lessons in a highly accessible style.
Thinking of You
a resource for the spiritual care of people with dementia
AvJoanna Collicutt
Häftad, Engelska, 2017
111 kr
Skickas
Thinking of You is a comprehensive introduction to the subject of dementia. This accessible book is a practical resource for those directly affected by the condition, their immediate family and carers, and those seeking to offer them pastoral care and encourage continuing spiritual growth. Importantly, the author addresses the spiritual care of the affected individual and how to help churches support them and their carers. The final section includes resources for ministry in residential care homes.
Big Book of Bible Crafts
AvLaurie Copley
Häftad, Engelska, 2016
134 kr
Skickas
If only you could be sure that every craft you planned for your children’s ministry would be a winner... Now you can be certain of success with over 100 tried-and-tested crafts, submitted by children’s workers like you, and used with real children in real churches. Structured into three sections of crafts for younger and older primary ages and for all ages together, The Big Book of Bible Crafts is a lifesaver for Sunday school, midweek groups and holiday clubs.
Welcome to the Lord's Table activity book
AvMargaret Withers
Häftad, Engelska, 2017
70 kr
Skickas
Every page in this book has been designed to help you mark a very important journey. Step by step it will help you to learn all about belonging to God’s family. So it’s about you and God. You can fill in the pages by yourself, or with the help of a grown-up. If you are using this activity book as part of your church’s Welcome to the Lord’s Table programme you will have the opportunity to offer it at your first Holy Communion as a sign that you belong to God and are part of his family.
Living Cross
Exploring God's gift of forgiveness and new life
AvAmy Boucher Pye
Häftad, Engelska, 2016
108 kr
Skickas
Explore the freeing, life-changing nature of forgiveness… As we move from Ash Wednesday to Easter Day, daily reflections and prayers help us to experience the living power of the cross of Christ through biblical and modern-day stories of wrongdoing and forgiveness. Our journey through Lent will deepen our response to God’s love and, as we allow the Holy Spirit to do his work, we will see spiritual transformation in our lives today.
At the Foot of the Cross with Julian of Norwich
AvEmma Pennington
Häftad, Engelska, 2020
113 kr
Skickas
'All shall be well, and all shall be well, and all manner of thing shall be well.' This quotation may be all that many people know of Julian of Norwich, an anchoress from the fourteenth century. This book seeks to bring to a popular readership a devotional engagement with Julian’s work. The introduction gives a general background to Julian, the nature of visions in the 14th century and the type of text Julian gives us, namely a meditative text which intends to lead the reader to ‘beholding’. Each chapter centres on one aspect or image from Julian’s Revelation, which seeks to make the events of the Passion present to the reader’s imagination. The commentary incorporates reflection, the biblical narrative and Julian’s subsequent teachings to create a meditation that enables the reader to linger on the wonder of the cross, ending with a prayer that leads to silence and a thought or verse to carry into daily life.
Easter Family Time
AvLucy Moore
Häftad, Engelska, 2016
41 kr
Skickas
An affirming Easter gift for Messy Churches to give to their Messy families to use at home over Easter. This minibook aims to transfer the core values of Messy Church to the home and family context, encouraging families to talk together, be creative, be hospitable, be Christ-centred and celebratory, and including activities for all ages.
Seasoned by Seasons
Flourishing in life's experiences
AvMichael Mitton
Häftad, Engelska, 2017
98 kr
Skickas
Like the seasons themselves, our lives are variable and can change in a moment. In Seasoned by Seasons, Michael Mitton acknowledges this and offers Bible reflections for the variety of life's seasons: spring, the season of emerging new life; summer, the season of fruitfulness; autumn, the season of letting go; winter, the season of discovering light in the dark. What can we learn, and how can we be encouraged in each season of our lives? This book will empower you to discover for yourself the truths and messages of scripture, and might well change the way you view life's changes.
Faith in the Making
Praying it, talking it, living it
AvLyndall Bywater
Häftad, Engelska, 2018
98 kr
Skickas
If faith is 'being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see’ what does that look like in practice today? In a world that is largely unsure and uncertain, how do we gain our confidence?Faith in the Making recognises the problem and seeks the answer in the list of faithful heroes found in Hebrews 11. This accessible, devotional resource will inspire individuals and groups to live more confidently for God in today’s world. Heroic faith is far more attainable than we often think!
Prince of Peace in a World of Wars
Applying the message of God's love to a needy world
AvDavid Kerrigan
Häftad, Engelska, 2018
108 kr
Skickas
The biblical title ‘The Prince of Peace’ leaves us in no doubt that God’s purpose in Jesus Christ is to bring peace – universal peace, both with God and with our neighbours. But have we really understood what this peace might look like, especially in a world of wars and suffering?David Kerrigan sees the coming of Jesus at Christmas as central to the divine plan to bring peace to the world. Through reflection on biblical texts and mission stories he locates God at the centre of our mission and encourages us to restore the peace, joy and hope that come from accompanying Jesus.

BRF (The Bible Reading Fellowship) – förlag

Visar alla produkter från förlaget BRF (The Bible Reading Fellowship). Handla med fri frakt och snabb leverans.

219 produkter

Kategorier

219 produkter

Celtic Advent
40 days of devotions to Christmas
AvDavid Cole
Häftad, Engelska, 2018
218 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
This inspirational book takes the reader through Advent to the celebration of Christmas through the eyes and beliefs of Celtic Christianity. Starting in November and reflecting on Jesus' coming at his birth as well as into our lives by the Holy Spirit and at the world's end, the author offers a unique approach to the season to help you gain a new sense of wonder in the birth of Jesus, the Saviour of the world.
Celtic Lent
40 days of devotions to Easter
AvDavid Cole
Häftad, Engelska, 2018
106 kr
Skickas
This inspirational book takes the reader through the 40 days of Lent to the celebration of Easter through the eyes and beliefs of Celtic Christianity. Drawing on primary sources of pastoral letters, monastic rules and the theological teaching of the Celtic church, the author presents a different perspective on the cross of Christ and draws us to see our own life journeys with a new and transforming vision.
Celtic Saints
40 days of devotional readings
AvDavid Cole
Häftad, Engelska, 2020
113 kr
Skickas
The life stories of the Celtic saints are inspirational. They demonstrate great and unassuming faith, often in the face of insurmountable difficulties. In Celtic Saints David Cole draws us to relate our own life journey and developing relationship with God into the life story of the Celtic saint of the day. A corresponding biblical text and blessing encourages and motivates us to transform our lives for today’s world in the light of such historic faith. Previously published as 40 Days with the Celtic Saints.
Parenting Children for a Life of Faith omnibus
Helping children meet and know God
AvRachel Turner
Häftad, Engelska, 2018
145 kr
Skickas
Nurturingchildren in the Christian faith is a privilege given to all of us whoseresponsibility it is to raise children. God’s desire is that our parenting guides each child to meet and know him, and to live with him every daythrough to eternity.In this fullyupdated compilation of her Parenting Children for a Life of… series,Rachel Turner explores how the home can become the primary place in whichchildren are nurtured into the reality of God’s loving presence and encouragedto grow in a two-way relationship with him that will last a lifetime.This book examines how we can enable our children to know what it means to be in a relationship with God, rather than just know about him – helping our children to be God-connected rather than merely God-smart. Each chapter includes true stories and questions to help us reflect on our own experience as we journey together with our children.
Fill the Gap!
120 instant Bible games for Sunday schools and midweek groups
AvRebecca Parkinson
Häftad, Engelska, 2012
145 kr
Skickas
Fill the Gap! contains 120 easy-to-play Bible-based games with little or no preparation needed - perfect for picking straight off the shelf! The ideas are designed to help local churches fill up those awkward gaps of time in Sunday schools, midweek clubs, holiday clubs, after school clubs and children's camps. The games are divided equally across the Old Testament and the New Testament and offer a fun-filled way to reinforce a teaching point or help children unfamiliar with Bible stories. There are two games for each story, one aimed at 4-7s and the other at 7-11s, but many of the games can be modified slightly to make them appropriate for older or younger children to take part. Most of the games are suitable for both smaller and larger groups of children and many can be easily adapted to fit different Bible stories, allowing favourite games to be used again with a different emphasis.
Creating Community
Ancient ways for modern churches
AvSimon Reed
Häftad, Engelska, 2013
98 kr
Skickas
There is much talk today of 'new ways of being church' and 'new monastic spirituality'. As Simon Reed explored the Celtic roots of the Christian faith, in community with others who drew inspiration from our spiritual ancestors in the British Isles, he came to realise that the third millennium church has much in common with the first millennium church, and more importantly, much to learn from it. In Creating Community, he introduces us to a new but at the same time very old way of being church which is based upon three core elements: a Way of Life, a network of Soul Friends, and a rhythm of prayer. The book shows how the rediscovery of these elements by Christians today offers a vital key that opens up an ancient way for modern churches, one which not only helps to bring believers to lasting maturity but creates genuine and much-needed community in an increasingly fragmented world.
A-cross the World
An exploration of forty representations of the cross from the worldwide Christian Church
AvMartyn Payne,Betty Pedley
Häftad, Engelska, 2011
345 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
Designed to enable children and adults to see the cross through the eyes of other cultures and traditions Promotes discussion and debate on why this single, historical event continues to exercise such an influence worldwide Explores how Christians in a wide variety of places, different times in history and in different circumstances, have lived purposeful lives because of their faith in a Christ, who died and who is risen - all symbolized by the cross Covers crosses from a wide diversity of cultures and faith traditions Includes an 'A-cross the Year' section suggesting ways the material can be used for activity days, holiday clubs, seasonal events and all-age worship.
My First Bible
AvLeena Lane
Inbunden, Engelska, 2011
125 kr
Skickas
An ideal gift for young children, My First Bible retells all the favourite Bible stories known and loved by generations of children, for children of today. Bold and colourful illustrations from Gillian Chapman bring the world of the Bible to life. Suitable for reading aloud with very young children, or for independent readers aged 4-6 years, the helpful index at the back show where all the stories can be found in the Bible.
Messy Church
Fresh ideas for building a Christ-centred community
AvLucy Moore
Häftad, Engelska, 2011
113 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
One individual chapter of this popular book on Messy Church. Overflowing with creative ideas to draw the community together for fun, food, fellowship and worship, this resource book contains 15 themed programme outlines. Each outline has ideas for creative art and craft activities, meal plans and recipes for eating together and family-friendly worship. Messy Church grew out of one church's desire to reach out to those on the fringes of the church community and experience the love of Christ through creativity, fellowship and worship together. There is also a dedicated website at www.messychurch.org.uk which explains what Messy Church is, why it got started and who is doing it now.
Paper Plate Bible Crafts
58 easy-to-do ideas for 5-7s
AvAnita Reith Stohs
Häftad, Engelska, 2018
123 kr
Skickas
Paper Plate Bible Crafts is a great resource for fun crafts that teach Bible stories in any setting. Fast, inexpensive and readily available, paper plates easily become masks, mobiles, puppets and plaques. The finished crafts are an ingenious way to reinforce Bible stories and themes. The book includes 58 tried-and-tested ideas for 5–7-year-olds, each with simple templates and easy-to-follow instructions. Alongside the paper plate, each craft uses basic, everyday materials such as card, felt-tipped pens, scissors and glue and can be completed as suggested or adapted to suit the needs and skills of the children. Each idea includes: key Bible story reference; full equipment list; easy-to-follow instructions; simple discussion starters; alternative ideas for making the craft; illustration of the finished craft.A fantastic resource, full of cheap, easy and fun ideas. I never realised paper plates were quite so versatile!Kathy Bland, The Good BookstallThis is a reissued title, originally published in October 2012.
Resourcing Rural Ministry
Practical insights for mission
AvSimon Martin,Caroline Hewlettm. fl.
Häftad, Engelska, 2015
108 kr
Skickas
Resourcing Rural Ministry offers an in-depth exploration of the key aspects, challenges and opportunities of mission in a rural church. Relevant for ordained and lay leaders alike, the book covers subjects ranging from encouraging evangelism in a multi-church group to making best use of church buildings. Containing a wealth of real-life case studies and suggestions for follow-up, this ecumenical publication draws on the expertise and resources of the Arthur Rank Centre (ARC), which has served the spiritual and practical needs of the rural Christian community for over 40 years. This book contributes to ARC’s Germinate programme of training, development and support for rural multi-church groups of all denominations. Resourcing Rural Ministry was first developed by Simon Martin as Training and Resources Officer at the ARC. Additional chapters have been contributed by the Revd Caroline Hewlett, Rona Orme and Becky Payne and the final text has been prepared and edited by Jill Hopkinson. 'This book is packed with helpful resources and background theology that will aid the rural church to be a vibrant and relevant presence in today’s society.' Revd Peter Ball, Mission and Training Officer, Eastern Synod of the URC 'Read these contributions and you’ll be excited by a wealth of experience, insight and resource.' Rt Revd James Bell, Bishop of Ripon
Contemplative Minister
Learning to lead from the still centre
AvIan Cowley
Häftad, Engelska, 2015
110 kr
Skickas
There was a time where Christian ministry offered the opportunity to spend your life in the study of God's word, in reading and reflection, in prayer and sermon preparation, and in the quiet and faithful pastoral care of a community. The world has changed, and with it most of the expectations that govern church appointments. These days there are very few jobs in full time ministry which do not require a heroic combination of stamina, multi-tasking and change management. This book gives practical advice on how to nurture faith and a sense of calling amid the hectic life that is ministry today. Drawing on his experience of developing and leading training programmes in this area, Ian Cowley assesses the stresses and pressures of the job and shows how to grow into being a 'contemplative minister', prioritising a relationship of deepening love with God. He also offers guidance on leading others into that same relationship, without your own spiritual life running dry.
Messy Prayer
Developing the prayer life of your Messy Church
AvJane Leadbetter,Martyn Paynem. fl.
Häftad, Engelska, 2015
98 kr
Skickas
Equipping your Messy team to pray and encourage others to do so, both within and outside the Messy Church context - Communicating prayer as a concept - Praying as a team in advance and on the day - Prayer ideas for the activity time, celebration time, and at home as a family - Ways of praying the Lord’s Prayer - Ways to reimagine other traditional prayers - Creating a prayer space - A Messy Quiet Day outline
Barnabas Page a Day Bible
AvRhona Davies
Häftad, Engelska, 2015
134 kr
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365 illustrated stories from the Bible, a page for every day of the year. Every main event in the Bible is included, retold as a continuous narrative to make the Bible accessible to all readers.
Messy Hospitality
Changing communities through fun, food, friendship and faith
AvLucy Moore
Häftad, Engelska, 2016
218 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
A practical exploration of the Christian principle of hospitality from the founder of Messy Church In Messy Hospitality Lucy Moore demonstrates how hospitality can be practised in Messy Church and other church contexts to promote mission and faith formation, addressing the theology of hospitality and how it can be expressed at the welcome table, the activity table, the Lord’s Table, the meal table, and in the home. Also included are insights from the secular hospitality industry, how to train Messy Church teams in hospitality, audit-style questions for the reader to apply in their own context, and five complete session outlines for Messy Churches.
Outdoor Church
20 sessions to take church outside the building for children and families
AvSally Welch
Häftad, Engelska, 2016
110 kr
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Helping churches to reconnect and value their environment. A creative worship and activity resource for churches to use outside the church building, Outdoor Church functions in any green space and is suitable for churches in urban, suburban and rural contexts. - Four sessions for each season - Four stand-alone service outlines, one for each season - Material based on Bible stories and parables - All-age activities and seasonal prayers - Indoor alternatives for rainy days
Comfort in the Darkness
Helping children draw close to God through biblical stories of night-time and sleep
AvRachel Turner
Häftad, Engelska, 2016
109 kr
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Night-themed Bible stories for families to share together Sleep, dreams and the night can be mysterious and sometimes troubling. Children can be afraid of the dark, have nightmares and night terrors, sleepwalk, or have insomnia. How do we address their concerns and fears and help them to draw close to God at night? This collection of Bible story retellings exploring God’s character and promises will enable parents to help children grow in peace, confidence and understanding of who God is. Includes: - Bible story retellings, each including a prayer, direct Bible quotations, and one or two questions to discuss as wished - Guidance for parents, including tips on how to encourage children’s connection to God at night, and how to troubleshoot specific spiritual and emotional issues that arise around sleep, night and dreams
Lighted Windows
An Advent calendar for a world in waiting
AvMargaret Silf
Häftad, Engelska, 2016
218 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
The world waits - sometimes holding its breath in fear of what tomorrow may bring, sometimes in a haze of busyness, or boredom, in which we hardly know what we are waiting for. Yet we still wait in hopefulness. The birth of a baby invariably stirs deep wells of hope in the human heart. Perhaps in this generation, things will get better. Perhaps this child will make a difference. As we approach the Christmas season we prepare to celebrate the coming to earth of someone who really does make a difference. At this season the ‘windows’ of our human experience can change from rows of faceless panes, perhaps grimy with dirt, into lighted windows that open up new possibilities and coax us into a place where rejoicing might be possible. The journey mapped out in this book is an invitation to look into some of these lighted windows, and discover a few reflections of what we wait for, and long for—reflections of God’s guidance, his call to trust him and live by his wisdom. Each window seeks to bring familiar scripture into focus with everyday living, encouraging us to enter right into the place where God is coming to birth, and to make the experience of Bethlehem our own. And finally, the windows become doors, through which we are sent back to a waiting world to share our personal experience of God-with-us.
Collective Worship for Primary Schools
50 easy-to-use Bible-based outlines for teaching essential life skills
AvHelen Jaeger
Häftad, Engelska, 2016
94 kr
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A practical resource for those leading Collective Worship in primary schools Collective Worship for Primary Schools contains 50 assembly outlines, each based on a key theme and including an interactive game, a thought for the day, a Bible story, questions, a reflection time, a prayer and a music suggestion. Each school month has been matched to Christian festivals, topics and themes, as well as exploring traditional Christian values, such as caring for the poor and speaking out for others, in the context of school issues. Cultural issues and world focus are also included. An appendix provides a suggested calendar of assemblies to use throughout the Christian year and a list of themes linked to world international days or other significant events for the school year.
God's Belongers
The four ways people engage with church and how we encourage them
AvDavid Walker
Häftad, Engelska, 2017
98 kr
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God’s Belongers should transform our thinking about what it means to belong to church. Uniquely, David Walker replaces the old and worn division between ‘members’ and ‘nonmembers’ with a fourfold model of belonging: through relationship, through place, through events, and through activities. From his extensive practical research, the author shows how ‘belonging’ can encompass a far wider group of people than those who attend weekly services. This opens up creative opportunities for mission in today’s world. ‘In this excellent book David Walker brings together his considerable gifts as a first-rate mathematician and theologian in a highly accessible manner. The result is not only fascinating and thought-provoking: its insights have the potential significantly to renew the mission of the church in its efforts to make the love of God in Jesus known. I hope it will be very widely read.’ The Right Revd Dr John Inge, Bishop of Worcester
St Aidan's Way of Mission
Celtic insights for a post-Christian world
AvRay Simpson
Häftad, Engelska, 2016
110 kr
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Surveying the life and times of Aidan of Lindisfarne, this book draws insights into missional approaches to inspire both outreach and discipleship for today’s Church. As in his previous BRF book, Hilda of Whitby, Ray Simpson shows that such figures from past centuries can provide models for Christian life and witness today. An author and speaker on Celtic spirituality with a worldwide reputation, he combines historical fact with spiritual lessons in a highly accessible style.
Thinking of You
a resource for the spiritual care of people with dementia
AvJoanna Collicutt
Häftad, Engelska, 2017
111 kr
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Thinking of You is a comprehensive introduction to the subject of dementia. This accessible book is a practical resource for those directly affected by the condition, their immediate family and carers, and those seeking to offer them pastoral care and encourage continuing spiritual growth. Importantly, the author addresses the spiritual care of the affected individual and how to help churches support them and their carers. The final section includes resources for ministry in residential care homes.
Big Book of Bible Crafts
AvLaurie Copley
Häftad, Engelska, 2016
134 kr
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If only you could be sure that every craft you planned for your children’s ministry would be a winner... Now you can be certain of success with over 100 tried-and-tested crafts, submitted by children’s workers like you, and used with real children in real churches. Structured into three sections of crafts for younger and older primary ages and for all ages together, The Big Book of Bible Crafts is a lifesaver for Sunday school, midweek groups and holiday clubs.
Welcome to the Lord's Table activity book
AvMargaret Withers
Häftad, Engelska, 2017
70 kr
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Every page in this book has been designed to help you mark a very important journey. Step by step it will help you to learn all about belonging to God’s family. So it’s about you and God. You can fill in the pages by yourself, or with the help of a grown-up. If you are using this activity book as part of your church’s Welcome to the Lord’s Table programme you will have the opportunity to offer it at your first Holy Communion as a sign that you belong to God and are part of his family.
Living Cross
Exploring God's gift of forgiveness and new life
AvAmy Boucher Pye
Häftad, Engelska, 2016
108 kr
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Explore the freeing, life-changing nature of forgiveness… As we move from Ash Wednesday to Easter Day, daily reflections and prayers help us to experience the living power of the cross of Christ through biblical and modern-day stories of wrongdoing and forgiveness. Our journey through Lent will deepen our response to God’s love and, as we allow the Holy Spirit to do his work, we will see spiritual transformation in our lives today.
At the Foot of the Cross with Julian of Norwich
AvEmma Pennington
Häftad, Engelska, 2020
113 kr
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'All shall be well, and all shall be well, and all manner of thing shall be well.' This quotation may be all that many people know of Julian of Norwich, an anchoress from the fourteenth century. This book seeks to bring to a popular readership a devotional engagement with Julian’s work. The introduction gives a general background to Julian, the nature of visions in the 14th century and the type of text Julian gives us, namely a meditative text which intends to lead the reader to ‘beholding’. Each chapter centres on one aspect or image from Julian’s Revelation, which seeks to make the events of the Passion present to the reader’s imagination. The commentary incorporates reflection, the biblical narrative and Julian’s subsequent teachings to create a meditation that enables the reader to linger on the wonder of the cross, ending with a prayer that leads to silence and a thought or verse to carry into daily life.
Easter Family Time
AvLucy Moore
Häftad, Engelska, 2016
41 kr
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An affirming Easter gift for Messy Churches to give to their Messy families to use at home over Easter. This minibook aims to transfer the core values of Messy Church to the home and family context, encouraging families to talk together, be creative, be hospitable, be Christ-centred and celebratory, and including activities for all ages.
Seasoned by Seasons
Flourishing in life's experiences
AvMichael Mitton
Häftad, Engelska, 2017
98 kr
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Like the seasons themselves, our lives are variable and can change in a moment. In Seasoned by Seasons, Michael Mitton acknowledges this and offers Bible reflections for the variety of life's seasons: spring, the season of emerging new life; summer, the season of fruitfulness; autumn, the season of letting go; winter, the season of discovering light in the dark. What can we learn, and how can we be encouraged in each season of our lives? This book will empower you to discover for yourself the truths and messages of scripture, and might well change the way you view life's changes.
Faith in the Making
Praying it, talking it, living it
AvLyndall Bywater
Häftad, Engelska, 2018
98 kr
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If faith is 'being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see’ what does that look like in practice today? In a world that is largely unsure and uncertain, how do we gain our confidence?Faith in the Making recognises the problem and seeks the answer in the list of faithful heroes found in Hebrews 11. This accessible, devotional resource will inspire individuals and groups to live more confidently for God in today’s world. Heroic faith is far more attainable than we often think!
Prince of Peace in a World of Wars
Applying the message of God's love to a needy world
AvDavid Kerrigan
Häftad, Engelska, 2018
108 kr
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The biblical title ‘The Prince of Peace’ leaves us in no doubt that God’s purpose in Jesus Christ is to bring peace – universal peace, both with God and with our neighbours. But have we really understood what this peace might look like, especially in a world of wars and suffering?David Kerrigan sees the coming of Jesus at Christmas as central to the divine plan to bring peace to the world. Through reflection on biblical texts and mission stories he locates God at the centre of our mission and encourages us to restore the peace, joy and hope that come from accompanying Jesus.

BRF (The Bible Reading Fellowship) – förlag

Celtic Advent

Celtic Lent

Celtic Saints

Parenting Children for a Life of Faith omnibus

Fill the Gap!

Creating Community

A-cross the World

My First Bible

Messy Church

Paper Plate Bible Crafts

Resourcing Rural Ministry

Contemplative Minister

Messy Prayer

Barnabas Page a Day Bible

Messy Hospitality

Outdoor Church

Comfort in the Darkness

Lighted Windows

Collective Worship for Primary Schools

God's Belongers

St Aidan's Way of Mission

Thinking of You

Big Book of Bible Crafts

Welcome to the Lord's Table activity book

Living Cross

At the Foot of the Cross with Julian of Norwich

Easter Family Time

Seasoned by Seasons

Faith in the Making

Prince of Peace in a World of Wars

BRF (The Bible Reading Fellowship) – förlag

Celtic Advent

Celtic Lent

Celtic Saints

Parenting Children for a Life of Faith omnibus

Fill the Gap!

Creating Community

A-cross the World

My First Bible

Messy Church

Paper Plate Bible Crafts

Resourcing Rural Ministry

Contemplative Minister

Messy Prayer

Barnabas Page a Day Bible

Messy Hospitality

Outdoor Church

Comfort in the Darkness

Lighted Windows

Collective Worship for Primary Schools

God's Belongers

St Aidan's Way of Mission

Thinking of You

Big Book of Bible Crafts

Welcome to the Lord's Table activity book

Living Cross

At the Foot of the Cross with Julian of Norwich

Easter Family Time

Seasoned by Seasons

Faith in the Making

Prince of Peace in a World of Wars