This navy, large-print Common Englishpew Bible is ideal for repeated congregational worship with easy-to-see 12 point type, comfortable-to-read black-letter text, translation footnotes, and in-text subject headings. Sturdy hardcover bindings available in dark red and navy to best enhance your sanctuary. 6 3/16" x 9 3/16."

ABOUT THE TRANSLATION: The Common English Bible is perfectly suited for use in public worship and reading aloud. This bold new version avoids obscure words and outdated phrases, removing language barriers to ensure an enjoyable, natural reading experience for young and old, believers and seekers. The result is a completely accurate translation of the original texts that s relevant, readable, reliable, and easily understood today.

FEATURES: 6 3/16" x 9 3/16" 12 point type 1536 pages Comfortable two-column setting with black letter text In-text subject headings Translation footnotes Sturdy bindings in two attractive colors (Dark Red, Navy) "

This study takes groups into the rich tapestry of Genesis exploring the interaction between God and very human people - pride, family relationships, conflict and journey all showcase the best known stories of Creation, Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and Rebekah and Joseph.

The video reflects the drama of the Genesis stories, first with selected text dramatized by an actor, and then study writer, Peter Enns interviews a scholar to help unpack the meaning and the mystery in the stories.

This is an excellent choice for adults with strong biblical background from Sunday school or personal study. Disciple Bible Study participants who want more focused time with 10 full weeks on Genesis will be a good candidates for this study. Sessions: 1. The Beginning...and What Went Wrong 2. Another Beginning: The Flood...and What Went Wrong 3. Another Beginning: Abraham and the Patriarchs 4. Abraham and a Glimpse to the Future 5. The Promise Fulfilled: Isaac 6. Another Beginning: Jacob and the Uneasy Birth of a People 7. Jacob: The Struggle Continues 8. Another New Beginning: Joseph and the Family of Israel 9. The Trek Into Egypt 10. An End and Another Beginning: Israel's Story

Genesis 10 sessions, 60-90 minutes Experience required: Moderate Click here to read session one

Click here to read session one
Leader Guide: provides process guidance for weekly group sessions. The Leader Guide understands the role of leader as facilitator of small-group sessions. Procedures for guiding sessions include: directions for using related video segments, and questions for discussion.

Invitation To Romans
8 sessions, 60-90 minutes
Experience required: In Depth

Exploring how people have interpreted Romans through the ages is a good lens to view the history of Christianity itself. Compare what Paul writes in Romans to what theologians like Augustine, Luther and Calvin say in trying to understand Paul in their time. At the end of this study your group will have a more informed commitment to Paul s radical vision of God s relationship to both Christians and Jews and to their relationship to each other, thanks to the "love of God in Christ Jesus."

The weekly video segments first present text read aloud against a backdrop of a wide variety of church settings followed by a conversation between a church historian and a church theologian about the text. The second weekly video is led by story teller, Michael Williams, who shares snapshot views of how Romans has been read through history.

This study is meaty and extremely enjoyable for those students with some familiarity of Romans and with a strong biblical foundation to rely on. Sessions:
1. An Orientation to Romans
2. The Righteousness of God and the Faith of Jesus
3. Abraham, Father of All
4. Christ, the New Adam
5. Sin, Law, and Grace
6. Divine Purpose and Human Responsibility
7. The Salvation of Israel and the Nations
8. Love and Humility Are the Making of God's Kingdom"

Thefirst volume of a 3 volumeseries of studiesorganized into13-sessions each. This volume will help young adults discover and explore basic elements of Christian faith in order to grow in fatih and discipleship. Leader materialis interspersed within thebook. Sessions include: What Can I Discover About Christian Faith? What Can I Know About God? How Can I Understand Jesus? What Can I Believe About the Holy Spirit? What Is the Bible? How Can the Bible Help Me? Does the Bible Mean What I think it Means? How Can I Make Sense Out of Evil? What Can I Believe About the Devil? What Do the Church and the Bible Teach About Life After Death? What Is the Second Coming? What Is Sin? What Is Salvation? "

Sessions include: What Is the Church Supposed to Be? Why Should I Go to Church? What Is Christian Commitment? What Are the Sacraments? What Can I Do to Get Closer to God? What Happens When I Pray? How Does God Answer Prayer? Why Should I Pray? How Can I Develop a Personal Prayer Life? Is Suffering God's Will? Dies God Care When I Suffer?

In recent years, new music and worship styles have enriched the worship styles have enriched the worship experience, from contemporary worship and praise music to world music. New hymnody offers modern images and refreshing tunes that tell the old, old story. Now churches can continue to sing the hymns they treasure and add newer music to their worship life! All editions come with Cross & Flame emblem on the cover except for the "Cross Only" version of the Pew Edition.

* Revised and updated * Based on the NRSV and NIV translations * Covers every book verse by verse * Each volume also contains maps, charts, a pronunciation guide, and a glossary *

* Revised and updated * Based on the NRSV and NIV translations * Covers every book verse by verse * Each volume also contains maps, charts, a pronunciation guide, and a glossary * Available in sets or individually

* Revised and updated * Based on the NRSV and NIV translations * Covers every book verse by verse * Each volume also contains maps, charts, a pronunciation guide, and a glossary * Available in sets or individually

All-in-One Bible Fun isthe perfect children's program for teachers on a budget or looking for a simpler approach. Each book is a collection of 13 Bible lessons for children containing a plan with opening, story, activity, and craft. The material is undated so teachers can use throughout the year. Heroes of the Bible lessons include: Daniel Jonah Esther Paul, andmore "

A handy, inexpensive resource, More Welcome Speeches can be used by persons frequently or rarely asked to make welcome speeches. Sample speeches and responses are included which can also be used as a prototype for creating a welcome speech.

More Welcome Speeches provides a quality resource for laypersons in the church. This volume will appeal especially to members of African American churches.

In the African American community, welcoming speeches are important part of each program and service.)

More Welcome Speeches:

- Includes poetry, prayers, recitations, tributes, and installation services

- Offers appropriate Scripture verses for special days

- Provide samples speeches and responses that help the user create his or her own personal talks

- Addresses many different occasions

This book has been prepared as an aid to those who are asked to make welcome speeches or to respond to these speeches. Sample speeches and responses are provided for a variety of special occasions.

Designed for the contemporary setting, this church Bible is ideal for repeated congregational use or to send home with visitors. The CEB church editions feature comfortable-to-read black-letter text, translation footnotes, and in-text subject headings. Available in several bindings, including a new take on the ministry standard of pew Bibles: a brown cork look with modern wave design in metallic copper ink.

"Prayers, presence, gifts, and service" Has a nice sound to it, doesn't it? The phrase just rolls off the tongue . . .
but within those words is a guide for stepping into a life that's beyond what we could ask for or imagine. It's not one of "have-to's" or "should's." Instead, it is one of great freedom, promise, and reward, one that will ultimately satisfy the thirst in our souls like nothing else.
--Adapted from "Treasures of the Transformed Life" by John Ed Mathison
More Than a Stewardship Program
A personal and congregational development course with increased giving as one result.
Transformed Giving is a step-by-step stewardship program that engages your entire congregation in reading John Ed Mathison s forty-day study book, "Treasures of the Transformed Life," and applying its wisdom to all areas of life, with expanded giving as a result.
This innovative approach to an annual stewardship campaign involves six weeks of synchronized church-wide focus on spiritual growth and emphasizes increased giving as a response to deepening faith. Congregations of any size can use this program.
The Commitment Card is used at the culminating Commitment Sunday. The back of the card is blank for stamping, self adhesive labels, or other office use.

Other Components of Transformed Giving Available Separately: "Treasures of the Transformed Life (forty-day reading book). Order one copy for each adult in the congregation for the synchronized experience of growing in faith together through the six-week program.
" "Participant's Workbook to use with Treasures of the Transformed Life for a six-week community-building small group study during the stewardship campaign. The Participant's Workbook contains the group discussion starters so that leadership can be shared among the group participants.
" "Leader's Guide & DVD for small group study. Same text as the Participant's Workbook plus the DVD which contains a 6-8 minute introduction for each of the six weekly themes.
" "Commitment Card
" RESOURCE KIT Contains one each: "Treasures of the Transformed Life" by John Ed Mathison Participant's Workbook Leader's Guide & DVD Campaign Handbook Campaign Media Folder (Training DVD & Toolkit CD-ROM)
CAMPAIGN KIT Contains one each: Campaign Handbook Step-by-step directions that make it easy for any stewardship chair or leader to know when, what, and how to conduct the stewardship campaign.
Campaign Media DVD and CD-ROM A training DVD with segments specifically for the Pastor and for the stewardship committee. A toolkit CD-ROM containing editable sermons that pastors can customize to amplify the themes that the congregation is studying and templates for creating communication pieces (bulletin inserts, posters, newsletters, letters, etc).

"

One Room Sunday Leader s Guide offers thirteen easy-to-use session plans that can be adapted to fit the number and age level of the children who attend. Uses only basic supplies that are easy to find. Leader s Guide is included in the One Room Sunday School Kit. Extra Leader s Guides may be purchased separately; available in print format or as a download. Three-year Bible overview follows the Christian Year. Themes Fall: Unit 1, We Remember Moses. "God is with me when I need help. But I will remember the Lord s deeds; yes, I will remember your wondrous acts from times long past." Psalm 77:11, CEB. Unit 2, We Remember God s People "God is with me in times of change. Because the Lord is good, his loyal love lasts forever; his faithfulness lasts generation after generation." Psalm 100:5, CEB. Unit 3, We Remember God s Promised Land. "I can choose to serve and obey God. We will serve the Lord our God and will obey him." Joshua 24:24.

Lightweight yet sturdy, these holders are constructed of vinyl-covered board andhave two inner pockets for additional music. Especially suited for the soloist, holders are also useful for organists, directors, and the entire choir. 9" x 12."*Black