welcome
to our 2011 publications catalog Thank you for taking the time to look through our new catalog. Here you will find all the resources you need to run a number of successful courses from Alpha that will help grow your church. New products were published this past year. As you browse through the catalog, be sure to look for them.
to order online alpha.org
alpha resources hotline 800.362.5742 / 212.406.5269 email info@alphausa.org
It is our hope that these products will equip you to run fantastic courses, and that together we will see the gospel of Jesus Christ spreading throughout North America like never before.
further information
To make life easier, all of these resources can now be purchased online at alpha.org or by calling 1.800.362.5742. If you have any questions, or if we can help in any way, please do not hesitate to contact us.
To order resources, please use the contact details above. If you require any other information regarding any of our resources, please do not hesitate to contact us using the contact information given below.
call center open
Gerard Long National Director, Alpha USA
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Central Standard Time) Monday to Friday
alpha resources office Alpha North America 2275 Half Day Road, Suite 185 Deerfield, IL 60015
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contents the alpha course getting started promoting your course 2011 alpha promotional resources administrating your alpha course alpha essentials core alpha products team training manual NEW questions of life book NEW youth alpha campus alpha alpha for seniors alpha for the blind and visually impaired alpha in the workplace alpha for prisons (and caring for ex-offenders) alpha for the military products for your guests life change testimony book NEW the break through book alpha resources in other languages
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alpha follow-up and small group resources
relationship central
the jesus lifestyle the jesus lifestyle boxed set NEW a life worth living searching issues course the heart of revival God at work books for deeper reflection prayer resources mini Bible study/social justice booklets
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worship central
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st. paul’s theological center faith track theology DVD NEW café theology the prodigal spirit
the marriage preparation course the marriage course running the marriage course running and promoting your marriage course the parenting course
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chaPter 9
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how to handle ConfliCt 1
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chaPter 10 how to beCome a generous giver
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chaPter 11 how to pray (and fast) like jesus
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chaPter 12 how to handle money
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chaPter 13 how to stop worrying and start living
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chaPter 14 how to deal with CritiCism
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chaPter 15 how to respond to the most Challenging words ever spoken
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chaPter 16 how to make the big deCision
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chaPter 17 how to spot false prophets
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chaPter 18 how to build a seCure future
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endnotes
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Chapter 1
how to find the seCret of happiness matthew 5:3–6 Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. How do we find the secret of happiness? Magazines, newspapers, and TV tell us that things like shopping, dieting, plastic surgery, and fame are the means to find happiness. I read recently in The Sunday Times that “Fame is still the number-one ambition of pretty much every kid in the iPod world.”1 The media also portray wealth and possessions as the means to happiness. As a society we are three times richer than thirty years ago and yet surveys have shown that Britain’s happiness is in decline.2 In the 1950s over half the population said they were “very happy”; now only a third describe themselves in this way.3 A recent TV program on BBC2 called Making Slough Happy, showed a group of experts attempting to teach the people of Slough how to make themselves happier. It offered advice such as, “Each day give yourself a treat.” What happens when we have all these things that the media promotes? George Michael, the singer, had it all—fame, wealth, possessions. Yet he wrote these lyrics, “Well, it looks like the road to heaven, but it feels like the road to hell.”4 13
“Look Inside” samplers are available for most products online at alpharesources.org.
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returns policy RETURNS Returns are gladly accepted under the following conditions: • Product must be returned within 120 days of purchase. • You must call Alpha’s Call Center at 1-800-362-5742 to procure a Return Authorization Number & Instructions. • The product is a current edition in re-saleable condition. • Bundled product must be returned as an ENTIRE BUNDLE. Opened bundles will be returned to sender at their expense. • The product must be matched to an invoice number. • Return will be subject to a minimum restocking charge. In the event of a defective product, Alpha will replace any and all items that are defective at no additional product or shipping cost to you the customer. In the event an incorrect item was delivered, Alpha will gladly exchange product. ALPHA APPAREL RETURNS • Alpha gladly accepts returns on Alpha T shirt(s) provided the Alpha T shirt(s) is unopened, unwashed and unworn. Please ensure the sealed poly bag is unopened and intact. • If the T-shirt is found to be defective, please call our Call Center at 1-800-362-5742. • Please be advised there are no returns on the Alpha Caps & Aprons. • Shipping costs to send any non-damaged items back is the responsibility of the customer. Alpha will be responsible for return shipping costs on defective merchandise only.
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getting started
Alpha Course Introductory DVD This new promotional DVD will help churches see how valuable the Alpha model is in linking churches with like passion. Includes the Alpha Invitation; What is Alpha?; Alpha Stories; the 60 sec. high impact commercial; “Is There More to Life Than This?” sample talk by Nicky Gumbel and some advertising help from Bear Grylls.
1. Pray for your course When you pray God makes things happen. 2. ATTEND AN ALPHA CONFERENCE Equip yourself and your team to get the most out of the Alpha course by attending a local event. You can find a list of dates at alpha.org. 3. CONTACT YOUR NEAREST ALPHA ADVISOR Your local advisor volunteers their time to provide you with support and advice on how to run your course the best way possible. To have an advisor contact you please go online to: alphausa.org/advisors. 4. SPEAK WITH OUR CALL CENTER You may want to speak directly to the Alpha Central Support Team (CST). We would welcome your call at: 1-800-362-5742. 5. REGISTER YOUR COURSE When you register your course your church information will appear on our website as a location for those looking for a course in your area. 6. VISIT OUR WEBSITE We constantly update our website with new information and best practices. Read a testimony about how Alpha transformed someone’s life or find the latest joke to use at your Alpha dinner. It is worth a visit at alphausa.org. (Click on the Running Alpha tab.)
89940 / $1.50
What is Alpha? Brochure
This giveaway promotional brochure offers a brief overview of the Alpha course and sample time line with testimonies, quotes, and endorsements about Alpha. The What is Alpha? brochure is perfect for anyone with questions about the Alpha course. 80979 / 978 1 933114 12 5 / $0.75
an introduction to alpha for catholics Booklet
• 1 What Is Alpha? booklet • 1 What Is Alpha? Promotion DVD • 1 Questions of Life book • 1 The Alpha Course Manual • 1 How to Run the Alpha Course: Telling Others • 1 Why Jesus? booklet • Alpha in Context Brochures
An introduction to the Alpha course designed for Catholic church leaders. It includes a step-by-step guide on how to run the course in a Catholic context, details of Catholic follow-up resources, testimonies from priests and guests, and endorsements from Catholic Bishops around the world.
83378 / $30.00
100103 / 978 1 933114 14 9 / $2.99
just curious kit
For those wanting to find out more about the Alpha course. Contains:
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100105 / US Introduction to Alpha for Catholics brochure / $0.25
THE ALPHA INVITATION a national initiative run locally This year hundreds of cities across America will work together to invite their community to an Alpha Introductory dinner.The aim is to provide a united campaign so whatever part of the country a potential guest is in, they will see the same image promoting the Alpha course. Be a part of inviting the nation to hear the good news about Jesus Christ through an Alpha course. Fall 2011 Invitation advertising products available now. All these items can help you start a conversation with friends and neighbors and invite them to an Alpha Introductory dinner or event. Products include posters, postcards, car magnets, yard signs, banners, and more . . . Make a splash in your community so no one goes uninvited!
“The Alpha Invitation was quite exciting . . . it generated a lot of inquiries for us . . . with the yard sign, our neighbors out taking their daily walks would come by and say, ‘Well, what is the meaning of life?’ and it gave us an opportunity to invite people to the Alpha course.” Eddie
Bear Grylls did Alpha!
(Host of “Man Vs. Wild” Discovery ChannelTM) For more information visit alphusa.org/invitation.
The 2011 Alpha Ad Campaign
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alpha promotional resources Pack of 5, 16” x 24” 89926 / $24.99
5’ x 10’ outdoor vinyl 89924 / $99.99
ALGO MÁS EN LA
VIDA QUE ESTO?”
Si Dios existiera, ¿qué pregunta le harías?
Yard Sign
Banner
“¿HAY
Spanish
89937 / $99.99 Dínoslo en:
CURSO ALPHA
explora el significado de la vida
Car Magnet
3” x 11” 89925 / $1.99
Invitations
“IF GOD DID WHAT WOULD
EXIST YOU ASK?”
Poster 1
8.5” x 11” 89931 / $0.99 11” x 17” 89929 / $1.29
Poster 2
8.5” x 11” 89932 / $0.99 11” x 17” 89930 / $1.29
Spanish
11” x 17” 89938 / $1.29
Pack of 50 89928 / $7.99 89943 / $7.99 89944 / $7.99
THE ALPHA COURSE
Postcards
Pack of 25 4” x 6” 89934 / $4.99 89941 / $4.99 89942 / $4.99
Spanish
Pack of 25 4” x 6” 89939 / $4.99
Alpha Course Brochures Pack of 50
“¿HAY
ALGO MÁS EN LA
VIDA
QUE ESTO?” Si Dios existiera, ¿qué pregunta le harías? Dínoslo en: CURSO ALPHA
This tri-fold brochure explains the Alpha course to potential guests and includes a registration form. 15446 / $6.99
explora el significado de la vida
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Alpha Cap 99001 / $14.99
Alpha is Here! Banner
Alpha is Coming! Banner
8’ x 2.5’ Alpha Black T-shirts 99002 / Small / $9.99 99003 / Med / $9.99 99004 / Large / $9.99 99005 / XL / $9.99 99006 / XXL / $9.99 Alpha Red T-shirts 99008 / Small / $9.99 99009 / Med / $9.99 99010 / Large / $9.99 99011 / XL / $9.99 99012 / XXL / $9.99
Alpha Apron 99007 / $19.99
10006 / $79.00
8’ x 2.5’
10007 / $79.00 Banners are weather and fade resistant vinyl with metal grommets for easy attachment.
Alpha Pen (with highlighter)
Ask Me about Alpha
100552 $1.25 each
Button
10005 / $0.75 10008 pack of 10 / $6.75 “Ask Me about Alpha” buttons are great for everyone on your Alpha team. They are perfect to wear at Alpha celebration dinners, church guest services, and during the Alpha course.
Alpha Pin 999006 $1.99
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administrating your alpha course How to Run the Alpha Course
Telling Others A useful “why and how to” book that includes material from our Alpha Conference and Alpha training for group hosts and helpers. It provides course directors and leaders with insight and helpful guidance on the practicalities of Alpha.
DVD In this DVD Nicky Gumbel provides the essential foundation for anyone thinking of setting up an Alpha course. It includes talks on the principles and practicalities of Alpha as well as a talk on Integrating Alpha into the local church. Presented at an Alpha Conference. Filmed in 2001. [120 mins]
16620 / 978 1 933114 17 0 / $10.99
17152 / 978 1 934564 59 2 / $19.99
The Director’s Handbook An invaluable guide covering the administrative needs for every stage of setting up and running an Alpha course. Includes reusable checklists, forms for recording and organizing information, guidance on setting up the Weekend Away, guest services, and celebration dinners. 17150 / 978 1 93114 57 6 $19.99
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The Alpha Cookbook This quick start guide summarizes the basic steps to beginning your Alpha course. Prepare, Plan, Promote, Train, Run . . . and Pray your way to a successful course! 17151 / 978 1 931808 00 2 $1.99
This unique cookbook is filled with 70 tasty recipes contributed by churches who have hosted Alpha courses. They share from their experiences in putting together meals for groups of 10, 30, and 100. 10004 978 1 931808 00 2 $9.99
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what you need to begin a successful alpha course Alpha Essentials Kit
Bare Essentials Kit
All you need to start and run the Alpha course for 25 guests. Contains:
All you need to start and run the Alpha course for 10 guests. Contains:
• 1 Alpha Course combined Long Version and Express version DVD set
• 1 Alpha Course combined Long Version and Express version DVD set
• 1 Alpha Course Small Group Training DVD
• 1 Alpha Course Small Group Training DVD
• 25 Alpha Course Manuals
• 10 Alpha Course Manuals
• 4 Alpha Course Team Manuals
• 2 Alpha Course Team Manuals
• 4 Questions of Life books
• 2 Questions of Life books
• 1 How to Run the Alpha Course: The Director’s Handbook
• 1 How to Run the Alpha Course: The Director’s Handbook
• 1 How to Run the Alpha Course: Telling Others
• 1 How to Run the Alpha Course: Telling Others
• 50 Why Jesus? booklets
• 25 Why Jesus? booklets
• 1 Alpha Cookbook
• 1 Alpha Cookbook
• 2 Searching Issues books
• 2 Searching Issues books
• 5 each of 7 Searching Issues booklets
83083 / $315.00
• Posters • Invitations 83082 / $499.00
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core alpha products The Alpha Course Guest Manual* These newly designed manuals are a “must have” for all guests on the Alpha course, as well as for hosts and helpers. This essential resource is now even more appealing for guests and its new design makes it easier to use. The manual contains newly revised content and has a fresh and contemporary feel. 15204 / 978 1 934564 58 5 / $4.99 15204B / Bundle of 10 / $39.90
Why Jesus?*
15205 / 978 1 933114 54 5 / $4.99 15205B / Bundle of 10 / $39.90
This evangelistic booklet is for anyone having their first thoughts about the Christian faith. It is given to all guests at an Alpha dinner/launch event and during the Alpha course. 20072 / 978 1 934564 30 1 / $1.29
The alpha course long and express DVd sets* These 2 sets(sold individually or in a set) contain 15 talks comprising the Alpha course. The Long Version contains full length talks while the Express Version provides an edited shorter version of the talks. The talks were filmed between 2004 to 2006. Each set is in English with English subtitles.
The Alpha course DVD set These Alpha course talks are created in two versions. The first includes full-length talks ranging from 36-45 minutes in length, whereas the express version contains talks that have been shortened to between 20–25 minutes in length. Alpha Express is ideal for use in the workplace or in other contexts where there may be less time to run the full-length course. The talks were filmed in 2002, 2004, 2005 and 2006. Contains the talks:
Full Length Express
• Is There More to Life Than This?
[36 mins]
[22 mins]
• Who Is Jesus?
[41 mins]
[22 mins]
• Why Did Jesus Die?
[43 mins]
[24 mins]
• How Can We Have Faith?
[42 mins]
[25 mins]
• Why and How Do I Pray?
[45 mins]
[23 mins]
• Why and How Should I Read the Bible?
[42 mins]
[21 mins]
• How Does God Guide Us?
[41 mins]
[23 mins]
• An Introduction to the Weekend
[15 mins]
[15 mins]
• Who Is the Holy Spirit?
[39 mins]
[25 mins]
• What Does the Holy Spirit Do?
[40 mins]
[23 mins]
• How Can I Be Filled with the Holy Spirit?
[51 mins]
[25 mins]
• How Can I Resist Evil?
[44 mins]
[24 mins]
• Why and How Should I Tell Others?
[42 mins]
[24 mins]
• Does God Heal Today?
[43 mins]
[23 mins]
• What about the Church?
[43 mins]
[23 mins]
• How Can I Make the Most of the Rest of My Life?
[45 mins]
[24 mins]
15153 Long Version / 978 1 934564 67 7 / $129.99 15154 Express Version / 978 1 934564 68 4 / $129.99 15152 Combined Set / $179.99
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The Alpha course Team Training DVD These three training sessions should be given to all hosts and helpers prior to running each Alpha course. Contains sessions and common questions and answers on: • Hosting Small Groups • Pastoral Care • Prayer Ministry on Alpha
[61 mins] [62 mins] [57 mins]
Filmed in 2003 25606 / 978 1 933114 21 7 / $39.99
NEW FOR 2011! The Alpha Course Team Manual Formerly The Alpha Course Leaders’ Training Guide for Hosts and Helpers, this is an essential resource for all hosts and helpers on an Alpha course. This manual has been redesigned with a fresh and contemporary feel and is now even easier to use. It includes helpful tips and questions for facilitating group discussion and provides useful notes to accompany The Alpha Course Team Training DVD covering the sessions entitled Hosting Small Groups, Pastoral Care, and Prayer Ministry on Alpha.
NEWLY UPDATED AND REVISED EDITION
Questions of Life*
The Alpha course talks in book form, this is an essential read for anyone involved in an Alpha course. Packed with humor, anecdotes, wisdom, and profound teaching from the Bible, Nicky Gumbel introduces the person of Jesus Christ and invites the reader into a world of discovery that has fascinated human beings for 2,000 years. Questions of Life has now been completely updated and revised. 105021 / 978 1 934564 06 6 / $10.99
15389 / 978 1 934564 28 8 / $3.99
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youth alpha
As the Alpha course grew, people began searching for ways to present the material so that it would appeal to young people . . . Youth Alpha emerged. There are now thousands of churches of all denonimations, youth clubs, and schools around the world running the course. Youth Alpha is designed for a generation who need something more interactive and faster paced. The course follows the same weekly topics as the regular Alpha course based on the book Questions of Life by Nicky Gumbel, but is presented live and contextualized for the guests.
new Youth Alpha Leaders’ and curriculum guides Expert advice to help you begin a Youth Alpha course can be found in the New Youth Alpha Leaders’ Guide which includes practical insights, timelines, and team training talks. While all the practical Youth Alpha session ideas including new icebreakers, talk outlines, and multiple ways to illustrate each of the main points shared during the live talks can be found in the New Youth Alpha Curriculum Guide. 25589 / 978 1 934564 44 8 / $15.99 25590 / 978 1 934564 45 5 / $34.99 Leaders Pack / 25588 / $45.88
These have a blank space at the bottom for you to fill in the details of your course. 25594 / $0.99
Postcard Invitations Pack of 25 / 4” x 6” These are blank on the reverse for you to fill in your own details or message.
Red Guest Manual
Youth Starter Kit Each kit contains: • 1 Questions of Life • 1 New Youth Leaders’ Guide • 1 New Curriculum Guide • 10 guest manuals • 1 package of postcards • 2 youth posters.
[11-14 year olds] 25592 / $94.99
[15-18 year olds] 25591 / $94.99
illustrated manual The Alpha course guest manual in a cartoon format—a great option for younger youth.
25598 / $6.99
Ages 11-14
15207 / 978 1 934564 99 8 / $4.99
16474B / 978 1 933114 02 6 Bundle of 10 / $39.90
Blue Guest Manual
Advertising Posters 8.5” x 11”
Introductory Booklet
Ages 15-18
My Whole World Jumped
Pack of 10
25365B / 978 1 931808 98 9 Bundle of 10 / $39.90
An exciting teen novel presenting the Alpha course in a way that is digestible and relevant.
25600 / $2.00
25596 / 978 0854767 65 6 / $12.99
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Lecture rooms, residence halls, student union buildings are filled with people searching consciously or unconsciously, for meaning in their lives. Who am I? Where did I come from? Where am I heading? Is there any ultimate meaning or purpose to my life? College is an amazing opportunity to explore some of these big questions of life. Many students on campuses across America have found the Alpha course a great way to explore the spiritual questions of life and to look more in-depth at the person of Jesus Christ in a relaxed, informal, no pressure setting. It gives people the opportunity to explore the Christian faith—to ask: Is it real? Does it work?
Sample Kit
“Our last two Campus Alpha courses have seen 130 come through our church doors . . .”
100629 / $63.50
Poster
8.5” x 11” 100625 / $1.29
John Clark
Campus Alpha leader
“Campus Alpha helped answer many of my questions which had been bugging me for a long time.” Student
Lancaster University
Introductory DVD 10 minutes 100630 / 978 1 931808 83 5 / $4.99
Postcard Invitations
Leader’s Guide The A-Z of running campus alpha. If you are thinking of starting Alpha on a campus then this step by step guide is for you. 100627 / 1931808953 / $14.99
Pack of 25 / 4” x 6” 100626 / $4.99
Business Cards Pack of 50 100624 / $4.99
Explore DVD 9 minutes This engaging resource is designed to be shown as an introduction to the Alpha course for students or to be given to potential guests. A great evangelism tool. 100631 / $4.99
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alpha for seniors Guest Manual Large Print Leader’s Guide Large Print 14305 / 978 1 933114 18 7 / $5.99
14388 / 978 1 933114 19 4 / $5.99
specialist resources Resources for the Blind and Visually Impaired Torch Trust for the Blind have produced a number of Alpha resources in Braille, including:
alpha for seniors guide
The Alpha Course Guest Manual 990104 / $6.99
This Guide will help those interested in bringing Alpha to those living in nursing homes, independent and assisted living communities—for those 65+.
The Administrator’s Handbook
14389 / 978 1 934564 47 9 / $3.99
990110 / $6.99
990702 / $39.99
Small Group Leader’s Guide Alpha—Questions of Life 990105 / $19.99
Searching Issues books 990200 / $19.99
Why Jesus? Large Print Edition An evangelistic booklet for those having their first thoughts about the Christian faith. This edition has been produced in 16 point font, and in accordance with the guidelines set out in the RNIB’s See it Right book.
Resources with Subtitles The Alpha Course DVD, The Marriage Preparation Course DVD, The Marriage Course DVD, and The Marriage Course Leaders’ Toolkit all come with English subtitles.
20074 / 978 1 934564 30 1 / $1.49
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alpha in the workplace wherever you work, alpha can work
training Guide This guide is designed to take you through the various stages of setting up and running the Alpha course in a workplace setting.
Studies show that there is a growing spiritual hunger in the workplace. Alpha in the Workplace is an opportunity for co-workers to explore the Christian faith in a relaxed and nonthreatening atmosphere. To facilitate running the Alpha course during a lunch hour, shortened versions of the talks are available on the Alpha Express DVD (order #15154). Each edited session runs for 20–25 minutes, allowing guests to use the remaining time for small group discussion.
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14006 / 978 1 934564 60 8 / $4.99
An Introduction to Alpha in the Workplace Brochure This booklet introduces potential leaders of Alpha in the Workplace to the course, and how it can fit easily into a working day. Includes endorsements and testimonies from those who have attended the Alpha course in their workplace and those who have run it themselves. 14001 / 978 1 934564 73 8 / $.75
Alpha in the Workplace Leaders’ Training DVD A useful resource for anyone leading Alpha in the Workplace or helping on a course. Covers helpful information for planning, administrating, and leading a course. You can watch this at alphausa.org/workplace
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alpha for prisons [and caring for ex-offenders] Alpha has been successfully run internationally in all types of prisons and correctional institutions for both men and women, as well as in Young Offender Institutions. Find out more at alphausa.org/prisons. An Introduction to Alpha for Prisons and Caring for Ex-Offenders This introductory guide gives an overview of the international work of Alpha for Prisons and Caring for Ex-Offenders and suggests ways of getting involved. 170609 / 978 1 933114 98 9 / $.75
Breaking the Cycle of Crime DVD This 21 minute DVD combines two short testimonies of ex-offenders Finny and Gram, whose lives were dramatically changed by God. It provides an excellent introduction to how the Alpha course works in prisons and contains interviews with the Rev. Paul Cowley, head of Alpha for Prisons at Alpha International, and Nicky Gumbel, among others. 170610 / 978 1 933114 68 2 / $8.99
alpha for prisons training manual
illustrated manual
This guide describes the various stages of organizing an Alpha course in a prison including:
The Alpha course guest manual for those who learn better visually than with words.
How to get started
15207 / 978 1 934564 99 8 / $4.99
How to fit Alpha into a prison regime How to run the Alpha course Tips on how to plan follow-up after Alpha 170100 / 978 1 931808 56 9 / $4.99
Caring for Ex-Offenders supports individuals upon their release from prison with the aim of helping them reintegrate and rebuild their lives in society within a community of faith. Churches and volunteers have a key part to play in fulfilling this aim. the alpha course
reintegrating individuals into the community
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The Alpha course is running successfully on many military bases and on operations around the world and we’ve adapted some of our resources for use in these contexts. Leader’s Guide A step-by-step handbook designed to help military chaplains and other military personnel lead the Alpha course in a military setting. Includes practical tips, frequently asked questions, and experience gained by military chaplains and course leaders from around the world.
postcard Pack of 50 / 6”x 4” Pack of 50 4” x 6” postcards to help invite guests and promote your course. 16325 / $6.99
16307 / 978 1 933114 10 1 / $4.99
poster 8.5” x 11” 16320 / $0.99
Course Manual
alpha for the military essentials kit Everything you need to start and run the Alpha course for 25 guests. The kit Includes: 25 Military Alpha Course Manuals, 2 Military Leader’s Guides, 1 Alpha Course DVD with Alpha Express, 1 Alpha Course Training DVD, 4 Leader’s Training Manuals, 1 Director’s Handbook, 3 each of 7 Searching Issues booklets, 50 Why Jesus? booklets, 1 Telling Others book, 2 Searching Issues books, 4 Questions of Life books, 6 Military Posters, 1 pack of Military Postcard invites (50), 1 Alpha Cookbook.
Designed specifically for those in the military. Cover is water resistant, desert camouflage pattern, and fits into the front chest pocket of standard military uniforms. 16305 / 978 1 933114 04 0 / $2.99
16082 / $499.00
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for your guests Searching Issues Individual Chapters
questions of life Individual Chapters
Perfect to give to guests who may be grappling with one of the seven questions in Searching Issues. Now SOLD in packages of 5.
We have produced these booklets containing individual chapters from Questions of Life, which can be given to guests who have missed one of the course talks. Now SOLD in packages of 5.
Why Does God Allow Suffering? 15501B / 978 1 933114 29 3 / $9.95
What about Other Religions?
15502B / 978 1 933114 30 9 / $9.95
Is There Anything Wrong with Sex before Marriage?
15503B / 978 1 933114 31 6 / $9.95
The Holy Spirit (including the talks: Who Is the Holy Spirit?, What Does the Holy Spirit Do? and How Can I Be Filled with the Holy Spirit?)
105405B / 978 1 934564 16 5 / $19.95
Is There More to Life Than This?
105398B / 978 1 93564 09 7 / $9.95
How Can I Resist Evil?
105406B / 978 1 934564 17 2 / $9.95
Who Is Jesus?
105399B / 978 1 934564 10 3 / $9.95
Why Did Jesus Die?
Why and How Should I Tell Others?
105407B / 978 1 934564 18 9 / $9.95
15399B / $9.95
How Does the New Age Movement Relate to Christianity? 15504B / 978 1 933114 32 3 / $9.95
Does God Heal Today? How Can We Have Faith?
105408B / 978 1 934564 19 6 / $9.95
105401B / 978 1 934564 12 7 / $9.95
What about the Church? What Is the Christian Attitude toward Homosexuality?
15505B / 978 1 933114 33 0 / $9.95
Is There a Conflict between Science and Christianity? 15506B / 978 1 933114 34 7 / $9.95
Is the Trinity Unbiblical, Unbelievable, and Irrelevant?
Why and How Do I Pray?
105409B / 978 1 934564 20 2 / $9.95
105402B / 978 1 934564 13 4 / $9.95
Why and How Should I Read the Bible?
How Can I Make the Most of the Rest of My Life?
105410B / 978 1 934564 21 9 / $9.95
105403B / 978 1 934564 14 1 / $9.95
How Does God Guide us?
105404B / 978 1 934564 15 8 / $9.95
15507B / 978 1 933114 35 4 / $9.95
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COMING SOON! LIFECHANGE: FIFTEEN MEN TELL THEIR EXTRAORDINARY STORIES BY MARK ELSDON-DEW
Questions of Life Booklet Set
The God Who Changes Lives
This collection features all of the chapters of Questions of Life in individual booklets. Special pricing–purchase 13 pay for 12!
Collections of fantastic faith-building stories of people whose lives have been dramatically touched by God.
105415 / $25.88
Vol 1
Some were freed from addictions. Some turned from lives of violence and crime. Some were healed, some overcame disaster. All were completely transformed by an encounter with Jesus. This exciting and inspiring book includes the story of Ugo Monye. Coming Spring 2011 100653 / 978 1 905887 74 3 / $9.99
100648 / 978 1 902750 77 4 / $9.99
Vol 2
100649 / 978 1 902750 78 1 / $9.99
Vol 3
100650 / 978 1 902750 62 0 / $9.99
Vol 4
100652 / 978 1 904074 56 4 / $9.99
Searching Issues Booklet Set This set includes all the best-selling Searching Issues booklets, and is an essential resource for your Alpha group. Special pricing–purchase 7 pay for 6! 15509 / $11.94
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The American Collection
100651 / 978 1 931808 79 8 / $9.99
30 Days An excellent introduction to Bible reading designed to be read over thirty days. Nicky Gumbel has selected thirty passages from the Old and New Testaments which he has found particularly helpful. It is designed to complement the talk “Why and How Should I Read the Bible?” on the Alpha course and is also ideal for others who are interested in beginning to explore the Bible. 54057 / 978 1 934564 36 3 / $5.99
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for your guests perfect for giving away Why Jesus?* An evangelistic booklet for those having their first thoughts about the Christian faith. It is designed to be given to all guests at an Alpha dinner, during the course, or at church services or events.
The Breakthrough Book New The Breakthrough is a captivating parable for those searching for the true meaning of life. A wonderful evangelistic gift to give to a friend or neighbor to help them in their journey and to help you invite them to your next Alpha course. single copy 180346 / 978 1 934564 46 2 / $14.95 carton of 25 / 180347 / $123.75 ($4.95 each, pack of 10)
20072 / 978 1 933114 99 6 / $1.29
Why Jesus? Large Print Edition This edition of Why Jesus? has been produced in 16 point font, in accordance with the guidelines set out in the Royal National Institute for the Blind’s See it Right book. See p. 17 for other large print and specialist resources. 20074 / 978 1 934564 30 1 / $1.49
Why Christmas?
What is Alpha? Guest Brochure Pack of 10
A Christmas version of Why Jesus?
This 5 panel piece is a great invitation for guests to the Alpha course.
20081 / 978 1 931808 10 1 / $1.29
80979 / $2.99
Why Easter? An Easter version of Why Jesus? 20075 / 978 1 934564 35 6 / $1.29
Volume pricing is available.
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alpha en español Recursos para lideres del curso Alpha Después de asistir a una sesion de entrenamiento Alpha, esperamos que te sientas inspirado y entusiasmado para empezar un curso Alpha en tu iglesia, casa, célula o con cualquier otro grupo de personas. ¿Pero, cuales son los pasos siguientes? ¿Cómo puedes empezar? Los primeros pasos te ayudará a planificar y empezar un curso Alpha dándote consejos para ir paso a paso. El manual del coordinador ofrece recursos reproducibles para facilitar el reclutamiento y entrenamiento de tu equipo Alpha. Cómo dirigir el Curso Alpha: El manual del coordinador 517150 / 1933114592 / $19.99 Cómo impartir el Curso Alpha 517151 / 978 1 934564 04 2 / $1.99
El Curso Alpha: Entrenamiento del anfitriones y ayundates de los grupos pequeños Una herramienta de entrenamiento para todos los miembros del equipo de líderes, usado para entrenar a todo el equipo Alpha antes de comenzar el curso Alpha. Dos de las sesiones, Dirigiendo grupos pequeños (84 min.) y Cuidado pastoral (65 min.) están diseñadas para ser vistas antes de comenzar el curso. La tercera, Orando los unos por los otros (67 min.) es vista antes del Retiro del fin de semana. También incluye una comedia corta, “Así no se dirige tu grupo pequeño”. Incluye pistas en inglés y español. Contiene subtítulos. DVD 500606 / 978 1 933114 22 4 / $39.99 Guía 515387 / 978 1 934564 77 6 / $3.99
el curso alpha El Curso Alpha es un introducción básica a la fe cristiana, basada en el best-seller “Preguntas de la vida” por Nicky Gumbel. En este libro, y las charlas de acompañamiento en DVD, Nicky se refiere a la evidencia histórica y la vida de Jesús de más de 15 sesiones. Recursos para el curso incluyen Preguntas de la vida, las charlas Curso Alpha DVD, y un manual de curso para los huéspedes. Además, cada capítulo de Preguntas de la vida está disponible como folleto para aquellos que han perdido una de las conversaciones. Preguntas de la vida 56821 / 978 1 934564 74 5 / $10.99 El Curso Alpha incluyendo Alpha Exprés estuche DVD 55155 / 978 1 933114 36 1 / $179.99 Manual del Curso Alpha 6 x 9 515203 / 978 1 934564 76 9 / $3.99 Manual del Curso Alpha 6 x 6 515204 / 978 1 934564 75 1 2 / $4.99
¿Por qué y cómo debo leer la Biblia? 515513 / 978 1 934564 83 7 / $1.99 ¿Cómo nos guía Dios? 515514 / 978 1 934564 84 4 / $1.99 El Espíritu Santo 515515 / 978 1 934564 85 1 / $1.99 ¿Cómo puedo resistir al mal? 515516 / 978 1 934564 86 8 / $1.99 ¿Por qué y cómo debemos contárselo a los demás? 515517 / 978 1 934564 87 5 / $1.99 ¿Sana Dios hoy en día? 515518 / 978 1 934564 88 2 / $1.99 ¿Qué hay acerca de la iglesia? 515519 / 978 1 934564 89 9 / $1.99 ¿Cómo aprovechar al máximo el resto de mi vida? 515520 / 978 1 934564 90 5 / $1.99
folletos para huéspedes Este folletos para evangelización escrito por Nicky Gumbel. Usado idealmente como obsequio para invitados al inicio del curso y es recomendado para todos los participantes del curso Alpha. ¿Por qué Jesús? 56820 / 978 1 931808 53 8 / $1.29 ¿Por qué la Navidad? 56850 / 978 1 933114 20 0 / $0.99
Temas candentes
¿Cómo podemos tener fe? 515511 / 978 1 934564 81 3 / $1.99
Las respuestas de Nicky Gumbel a las 7 preguntas más frecuentemente suscitadas durante Alpha. Temas candentes es para aquellos que buscan explicaciones a algunas de las preguntas mas difíciles y complejas que rodean al cristianismo, cuyos temas incluye el sufrimiento, otras religiones, y el sexo antes del matrimonio.
¿Por qué y cómo orar? 515512 / 978 1 934564 82 0 / $1.99
56839 / 978 1 933114 03 3 / $10.99
folletos El cristianismo: ¿aburrido, falso e irrelevante? 515508 / 978 1 934564 78 3 / $1.99 ¿Quién es Jesús? 515509 / 978 1 934564 79 0 / $1.99 ¿Por qué murió Jesús? 515510 / 978 1 934564 80 6 / $1.99
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alpha en español Estuche de arranque del curso Alpha Todo lo que se necesita para comenzar un curso para 12 invitados. 1 Curso Alpha con Alpha Exprés DVD; 1 Entrenamiento para anfitriones DVD; 4 Alpha—Preguntas de la vida; 4 Guía de anfitriones; 12 Manuales del Curso Alpha; 25 ¿Por qué Jesús?; 2 Temas candentes; 2 paquetes de invitaciones (de 20) Alpha: Explora las preguntas de la vida; 25 libritos ¿Qué es Alpha? 1 Cómo dirigir el Curso Alpha: El manual del coordinador. 600113 / $375.00
una introducción a Alpha en el ámbito de las cárceles y Ayuda para ex encarcelados El curso Alpha se está impartiendo con bastante éxito en prisiones e institutos correccionales de hombres y mujeres, así como en centros de detención juvenil y de rehabilitación. Los capellanes y oficiales de los centros penitenciarios imparten Alpha ayudados por voluntarios de iglesias locales. El ministerio de ayuda para ex convictos tiene como meta romper el ciclo del crimen, conectando a ex convictos con la iglesia local. 570609 / 978 1 934564 38 7 / $1.50
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alpha para jóvenes
El Curso Alpha Desde la Parroquia
Esta guía claramente muestra dos versiones diferentes de Alpha para jóvenes, proveyendo a los líderes del curso con todas las herramientas necesarias para presentar el curso Alpha a una audiencia de jóvenes variada y diversa. Incluye párrafos con estrategias, destrezas prácticas, planificación y preparación, así como sugerencias en aspectos del ministerio de la juventud por parte de lideres de jóvenes con éxito por todo el mundo. El libro también incluye un CD ROM gatuito con todos los materiales del libro listo para reproducir y compartir con todo el equipo Alpha para jóvenes.
El curso Alpha es una herramienta de evangelización útil para la parroquia local que está siendo usada por cientos de parroquias católicas en todo el mundo. Este folleto provee una breve introducción al curso Alpha y expone lo bien que el curso Alpha se amolda en el contexto católico. 500104 / 978 1 934564 64 6 / $1.99
Guía del líder 580726 / 978 1 934564 02 8 / $19.99
Recursos de promoción para su curso Alpha para Jóvenes Carteles 580594 / $0.99 Tarjetas postales 580598 / $6.99 (25)
Manual del curso alpha versión ilustrada
La fe que vence al mundo
librito
“En junio del 2005, fue un gran privilegio recibir a Fr. Raniero Cantalamessa para iniciar nuestra conferencia Internacional Alpha. Su tema en esa ocasión, La fe que vence al mundo, ha sido una inspiración para todos nosotros involucrados con Alpha y le estamos muy agradecidos por permitirnos publicarlo en este folleto.” Nicky Gumbel, Holy Trinity Brompton. 100104 / 978 1 933114 38 5 / $1.99
Nuevo manual ilustrado para los jóvenes sigue el mismo esquema que el adulto en un manual fácil de leer, fácil de seguir el formato. 515206 / 978 1 934564 57 8 / $4.99
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alpha en español Es muy práctico y da a las parejas casadas las herramientas funcionales para construir un matrimonio sólido y sano. En el transcurso de ocho semanas, las parejas pueden hablar sobre temas que son difíciles de enfrentar en el trajín de la vida cotidiana. Cada sesión comienza con una cena iluminada por velas y luego hay una charla seguida del diálogo entre parejas. No hay discusión grupal y las parejas no tienen la obligación de comentar con nadie asuntos personales. Muchas parejas que vienen al curso, pero no asisten a la iglesia, se animan a hacer Alpha después. Por eso, vemos una correlación con Alpha. Dado que el curso es fácil de organizar, creemos que también puede ser una herramienta muy útil para que la parroquia pueda llegar más eficazmente a la comunidad. ÉL Y ELLA: Cómo establecer una relación duradera 5100726 / 978 1 933114 46 0 / $10.99
el curso de preparación para el matrimonio manual
¿Preparados para el matrimonio?
500750 / 978 1 934564 91 2 $4.99
En este librito, Nicky y Sila Lee responden a preguntas hechas por aquellas parejas que están pensando en contraer matrimonio. El material en este folleto ha sido extraído del libro Él y Ella por Nicky y Sila Lee, el cual da una mejor comprensión de cómo prepararse para construir un matrimonio saludable.
Manual del curso para matrimonios 5100728 / 978 1 933114 47 7 / $4.99
Guía del líder: Curso para matrimonios 580727 / 978 1 934564 03 5 / $4.99
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el curso de preparación para el matrimonio Guía del líder 500751 / 978 1 934564 92 9 $4.99
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5101747 / 978 1 934564 00 4 / $1.99
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Alpha in chinese The Alpha Course including Alpha Express DVD (English/Cantonese with Eng/TC/SC Subtitles) 696154 / $179.99
The Alpha Course Leaders’ Training VCD (English/Mandarin with Traditional Subtitles) 696112 / $49.99 Chinese Written (Simplified) Alpha—Questions of Life 696104 / $13.99
The Alpha Course Administrator’s Handbook 696705 / $19.99
The Alpha Course Invitations
696133 / Pack of 100 / $10.99
The Alpha Course Small Group Leader’s Guide 69617 / $4.99
The Alpha Course Manual 69609 / $4.99
Why Christmas? 696102 / $1.29
Why Jesus?
69625 / $1.29
What is Alpha?
696803 / $1.29
Chinese Written (Traditional) Alpha—Questions of Life 69575 / $13.99
How to Run the Alpha Course: Telling Others 696710 / $13.99
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Searching Issues
Challenging Lifestyle
The Alpha Course Administrator’s Handbook
Challenging Lifestyle Manual
The Alpha Course Small Group Leader’s Guide
Alpha for Prisons Training Manual
The Alpha Course Manual
How to Run the Alpha Course: Telling Others
Why Christmas?
Maximizing the Potential of Your Alpha Course
Why Jesus?
Searching Issues
Youth Alpha Leader’s Guide (+ CD Rom)
The Alpha Course Director’s Handbook
Youth Alpha Manual (11-14)
The Alpha Course Small Group Leader’s Guide
Youth Alpha Manual (15-18)
The Alpha Course Manual
What is Alpha?
The Alpha Course Video Set
69576 / $13.99
696702 / $19.99 696136 / $4.99 696135 / $4.99 696134 / $1.29 696100 / $1.29 696122 / $16.99 696120 / $4.99 696121 / $4.99 696801 / $1.29
Alpha in korean
74708/ $10.99
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74492 / $10.99 700705 / $1.99
74575 / $10.99
700702 / $19.99 75820 / $3.99
75036 / $3.99
700107 / $179.99
The Heart of Revival Manual 700501 / $3.99
What is Alpha? Intro brochure
The Heart of Revival
A Life Worth Living Leader’s Guide
The Church on Its Knees
A Life Worth Living Manual
30 Days
A Life Worth Living
The Marriage Book
Alpha—Questions of Life
The Marriage Course Leader’s Guide
700979 / $.45
700302 / $3.99 700301 / $3.99 74690 / $10.99 74484 / $10.99
700500 / $10.99 700650 / $6.99 700108 / $6.99 700410 / $10.99 700412 / $3.99
Alpha in korean
Le Manuel Du Responsible Alpha (The Alpha Course Small Group Leader’s Guide) 56762 / $4.99
The Marriage Course Manual 700411 / $3.99
La Vidéo De Formation De L’Équipe Responsible (The Alpha Course Small Group Leader’s Video)
Why Christmas?
VHS / 56763 / $49.99
Why Jesus?
Le Guide De L’Organisateur (The Alpha Course Administrator’s Handbook)
74724 / $1.29
85365 / $19.99
Youth Alpha Leader’s Guide (& CD Rom where available)
Pourquoi Jésus? (Why Jesus?)
700102 / $1.29
700122 / $19.99
Youth Alpha Manual (11-14) 700120 / $3.99
Booklet 56770 / $1.99
Sujets Brûlants (Searching Issues)
Youth Alpha Manual (15-18)
500200 / $13.99
Alpha on Campus Manual
Le Dire Aux Autres (Telling Others)
700601 / $5.99
85357 / $13.99
Alpha in french
Qu’est-ce Qu’ Alpha (What is Alpha?)
700121 / $3.99
Trousse De Départ (The Alpha Course Starter Kit) For 15 Guests 500113 / $399.99
Une Vie Digne D’Être Vécue Manuel (A Life Worth Living Course Manual) 500301 / $4.99
Elle & Lui, Le Livre (The Marriage Book) 500726 / $13.99
Elle & Lui Manuel Du Responsable (The Marriage Course Leader’s Guide) 500727 / $4.99
Elle & Lui Manuel Du Participant (The Marriage Course Manual) 500728 / $4.99
Louanga Alpha (Alpha Worship)
CD / 500604 / $15.99
Alpha in arabic Why Jesus?
Booklet 500802 / $0.99
760100 / 1.29
Le Manuel Du Responsable Alpha Jeunes (Youth Alpha Leader’s Guide)
760104 /13.99
Questions of Life Alpha Course Manual
Les Questions De La Vie (Alpha—Questions of Life)
500122 / $21.99
760105 / 4.99
Alpha Jeunes Manuel De Participant (Youth Alpha Course Manual)
Small Group Leaders guide
Le Manuel Alpha Du Participant (The Alpha Course Manual)
Ages 14-18 500121 / $4.99
Alpha Course DVD (PAL)
Une Vie Digne D’Être Vécue (A Life Worth Living book)
Small Group Training Video PAL
56788 / $13.99
56804 / $4.99
Le Cours Alpha Sur DVD (The Alpha Course Video Set of 5) DVD phrase synched 89459 / $179.99
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500300 / $13.99
760110 / 4.99
760107 / 149.99 760111 / 39.99
How To Run the Alpha Course: Telling Others 760700 / 13.99
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Em Português
615115 / $179.99
Manual do Curso Alpha Um manual destinado para ser utilizado por todos os participantes do curso Alpha. O Manual do Curso Alpha contém descrições para cada tópico do curso Alpha, bem como um espaço para anotações para que os convidados possam acompanhar facilmente os tópicos. 610105 / $4.99
Questões da vida Questões da vida contém 15 palestras do curso Alpha. Nicky Gumbel aborda, com sinceridade e bom senso, algumas das principais questões que enfrentamos quando consideramos seriamente as afirmações do cristianismo, apontando o caminho para uma fé autêntica que é entusiasmante e relevante no mundo de hoje.
Instruções práticas para o Curso Alpha: O Manual do Coordenador Para Coordenadores e Facilitadores do curso Alpha contém o essencial para orientá-lo sobre como estabelecer o seu curso Alpha. O livro fornece recursos reproduzíveis para facilitar o recrutamento e o treinamento da sua equipe Alpha, incluindo: 15 descrições pormenorizadas das tarefas, o planejamento do calendário, horários, formulários e anúncios para o boletim. 610102 / $13.99
Alpha Jovem: Guia do Líder Este guia mostra claramente duas versões diferentes do Alpha para Jovens, provendo os líderes do curso com todas as ferramentas necessárias para apresentar o curso Alpha para um público jovem variado e diverso. Inclui parágrafos com as estratégias, habilidades, práticas, planejamento e preparação, bem como sugestões sobre os aspectos do ministério de jovens da parte de líderes de jovens com casos de sucesso no mundo inteiro. 610703 / $19.99
Alpha Jovem: Manual d0 participante
610110 / $4.99
Curso Alpha Em breve num local perto de você.
Uma oportunidade de explorar o sentido da vida
Para mais informações entre em contato:
O que é Alpha?
610114 / $0.99
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Uma introdução prática à fé Cristã
610100 / $1.29
610104 / $13.99
Guia do Líder do Curso Alpha Este livro é uma ferramenta indispensável para os coordenadores e assistentes de pequeno grupo do curso Alpha para ser usado em conjunto com o DVD de treinamento para pequenos grupos. Ele contém comentários para cada sessão de treinamento do líder e perguntas de sondagem para orientar cada sessão do curso.
o que é alpha?
Uma introdução ao Curso Alpha para convidados e líderes.
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DVD do Curso Alpha Este DVD contém duas versões das 15 palestras do curso Alpha, uma versão completa e outra resumida. A versão resumida, Alpha Express, foi reduzida para 20-25 minutos, cerca da metade do tempo da versão padrão do DVD Alpha. Recomendamos o uso das palestras do DVD Alpha padrão sempre que possível. No entanto, o Alpha Express é uma ferramenta valiosa quando o curso é realizado no local de trabalho durante a hora do almoço.
Por que Jesus? Este livreto de evangelização escrito por Nicky Gumbel corresponde a segundo e terceiro tópico do curso Alpha: Quem é Jesus? e Por que Jesus morreu? É usado preferencialmente como um presente para os convidados no início do curso e é recomendado para todos os participantes do curso Alpha.
Manual do Participante para o curso Alpha Jovem, com conteúdo apropriado para a idade afim de tornar o material do curso relevante para os jovens de hoje. 610704 / $4.99
O livro do Casamento: Como construir um relacionamento para a vida toda Nicky e Sila Lee são os autores deste livro, eles falaram com milhares de pessoas sobre o tema do casamento e são pioneiros no Curso do Casamento e do Curso de preparação para o Casamento. Cheio de conselhos práticos, o livro do casamento é de fácil leitura e destinado a preparar, construir e restaurar casamentos. Muitos pensam que o casamento é uma instituição ultrapassada. Este livro mostra-nos o valor e o potencial de qualquer casamento, como manter e como tirar o máximo proveito de nossa vida de casados. Livro / 610700 / $13.99 Guia do Líder / 610701 / $4.99 Manual do Participante / 610702 / $4.99
curso deus no trabalho Vivendo cada dia com propósito Deus no trabalho é um curso de seis sessões sobre como a fé cristã pode ser vivida com propósito e integridade no local de trabalho. Livro / xxxxx / $10.99 Guia do Líder / xxxxx / $xxx Manual do Participante / xxxxx / $xxx
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alpha follow-up and small group resources Ideal for use in church small groups or as a follow-up to the Alpha course, these resources provide a great opportunity to help small group participants grow in their faith, continue building friendships after Alpha, and help them to belong to the life of the church. the Jesus Lifestyle
the Jesus Lifestyle – Series 1
Our culture is obsessed with lifestyle. Magazines and websites tell us what to wear, how to get fit, what to drive, and how to love. Everyone wants to tell us how to live our lives.
How to find the secret of happiness
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Jesus didn’t leave us a lifestyle magazine. He sat down on a mountainside and began to teach. How to deal with anger. How to handle money. What to do when faced with difficult people. Simple, memorable and profound, Jesus’ words in the Sermon on the Mount are as relevant and as challenging today as they were 2,000 years ago.
How to change the world around you How to understand the Old Testament How to handle anger How to approach sex in the 21st century How to respond to divorce
In this engaging and fascinating book, Nicky Gumbel takes a closer look at the Sermon on the Mount and presents, with his familiar mix of humor and wisdom, the life that Jesus wants us to live. Formerly called the Challenging Lifestyle Book and series.
The Guest Manual runs parallel to the DVD and contains interesting discussion questions and room for notes. Filmed in 2007.
25327 / 978 1 934564 48 6 / $10.99
DVD 25321 / 978 1 934564 31 8 / $39.99 Guest Manual 25322B / 978 1 934564 32 5 / $49.90
“Gumbel is an engaging presenter, nonthreatening but also challenging to his hearers . . . [The Jesus Lifestyle Series One is a] worthwhile addition to small group resource materials.” alpha follow-up and small group resources
Review by Clem Jackson Editor, Christian Marketplace Magazine
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the Jesus Lifestyle – Series 2
the Jesus Lifestyle – Series 3
How to live and act with integrity
How to stop worrying and start living
How to respond to difficult people
How to deal with criticism
How to handle conflict
How to respond to the most challenging words ever spoken
How to become a generous giver How to pray (and fast) like Jesus How to handle ambition As with Series 1, the Guest Manual runs parallel to the DVD and contains interesting discussion questions and room for notes. Filmed in 2008.
How to make the big decision How to spot false prophets How to build a secure future As with Series 1, the Guest Manual runs parallel to the DVD and contains interesting discussion questions and room for notes. Filmed in 2009.
DVD
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Guest Manual
Guest Manual
25323 / 978 1 934564 61 5 / $39.99 25324B / 978 1 934564 62 2 / $49.90
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the Jesus Lifestyle – Boxed Set
REPACKAGED CHALLENGING LIFESTYLE SERIES
This Boxed set includes: 1 New Jesus Lifestyle Book; 1 each of the DVD’s Series 1, 2, 3; Plus 1 each of the Guest Manuals for Series 1, 2, and 3 at amazing savings. Formerly called the Challenging Lifestyle Book and series. 25328 / $99.99 (regular price $145.93)
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A Life Worth Living Course A nine-session course based on the book of Philippians. This course is aimed specifically at those starting out in the Christian life and is ideal for those who have just completed an Alpha course. Each talk explains how it is possible to live the Christian life positively, practically, and joyfully. It covers such topics as “New Attitude,” “New Friendships,” and “New Responsibilities.”
DVD Filmed in 1998. [Each session is approximately 35 minutes] 71250 / 978 1 933114 65 1 / $79.99
searching issues course
The heart of revival course
Over seven talks, Nicky Gumbel tackles the issues raised on Alpha, such as the question of suffering, the validity of other religions, and sex before marriage.
Based on the second half of the book of Isaiah, Nicky Gumbel draws out important truths for today by interpreting what revival might mean and how we can prepare to be part of it.
Leader’s Guide
Book
71255 / 978 1 934564 01 1 / $4.99
105023 / 978 1 934564 41 7 / $10.99
Guest Manual
Guest Manual
71254B / 978 1 933114 52 1 / $49.90
54825B / 978 1 931808 32 3 / $49.90
Book
Individual chapter booklets found on page 20.
105024 / 978 1 934564 08 0 / $10.99
Starter Kit Everything you need to run the A Life Worth Living course with 10 guests. Includes: 1 A Life Worth Living DVD Set, 2 A Life Worth Living books, 2 A Life Worth Living Leader’s Guides, and 10 A Life Worth Living Guest Manuals. 105000 / $145.99
Book 52884 / 978 1 933114 63 7 / $10.99
Guest Manual 100619B / 798 1 933114 09 5 / $49.90
WATCH FOR NEW REVISED SEARCHING ISSUES BOOK Summer 2011
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God at Work course
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The brand new God at Work course is based on the book of the same name by Ken Costa. It is an ideal discipleship course for Christians to live out their faith in the workplace with the utmost integrity. The course runs over six sessions and is an excellent follow-up to Alpha in the Workplace. The six sessions covered are: • Work Matters • Ambition and Life Choices • Tough Decisions • Stress and Work-Life Balance • Failure, Disappointment, and Hope • Money and Giving Ken Costa is Chairman of Lazard International and has over thirty years’ experience as an investment banker. He’s also Chairman of Alpha International and is passionate about the relevance of the Christian faith for the workplace.
“We have been astonished to see Alpha in the Workplace take off as an effective means for sharing the good news about Jesus Christ where we work, from corporate boardrooms to the factory floor. It provides an exciting opportunity to invite colleagues to explore the meaning of life.” Nicky Gumbel Vicar, Holy Trinity Brompton London, UK
Prices subject to change without notice.
God at Work Kit
Book
Published in association with Continuum.
Includes 1 book, leaders’ guide, and manual. 180327 / $23.99
180318 / 978 0826496 35 5 / $9.99
God at Work Course Leader’s Guide Everything a leader needs to run the course, including easy to follow transcripts for each session and tips on leading small group discussion and prayer ministry. 180322 / $6.99
God at Work course Guest Manual Essential for every course guest – outlines the main points for each session, and includes checklists, exercises, and plenty of room for writing notes. The Guest Manual also includes optional homework/”going deeper” at the end of each session. 180323B / $49.90
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books for deeper reflection Discovering Truth in a Changing World 180321 / 9781904074359 / $10.99
Is God a Delusion?
Living Hope in a Changing World
Has science disproved God?
180320 / 9781904074366 / $10.99
Books by theologian, pastor, and author, Lesslie Newbigin.
Does religion do more harm than good? Is faith irrational? Drawing upon his experience as a barrister, Nicky Gumbel addresses the biggest issue of our age: does God exist? He sifts through the arguments adopted by some prominent atheists and assesses the evidence. 105026 / 978 1 905887 19 4 / $9.99
Pastorates: Life at the Heart of the Church Christians have always met together, and from the earliest beginnings of the church they have gathered in both small and large groups. This guide provides practical tips on how to set up pastorates or “mid-week” groups in the church to take people through from Alpha to becoming life-long disciples of Jesus. Includes topics such as: • The purpose and place of pastorates • The practicalities of an evening • The role of a leader • The link with the Alpha course
From Vision to Action by tricia neill Recommended by church leaders worldwide, this encouraging booklet by Tricia Neill is a practical “how to” for turning vision into reality. Drawing on more than twelve years’ experience as Executive Director at Holy Trinity Brompton, Tricia offers valuable insights for churches of all sizes. 180317 / 978 1 904074 87 8 / $10.99
8001 / 978 1 904074 99 1 / $3.99
Facing Bereavement A collection of first-hand stories of people coming to terms with the death of someone close to them. Their moving accounts provide inspiration for anyone going through similar trials or those in touch with a bereaved person. 105027 / 978 1 904074 80 9 / $5.99
All I Want is You: A Collection of Christian Reflections by Sandy Millar This collection of fascinating stories, anecdotes, and illustrations from Sandy Millar’s teaching is for anyone who shares his energy and love for life and Jesus. 8003 / 978 1 904074 77 9 / $10.99
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church on its knees
Prayer Ministry Training DVD
54064 / 1 931808 99 6 / $5.99
54060 / 978 1 933114 66 8 / $19.99
The story of how prayer developed at Holy Trinity Brompton, a dynamic church in central London and the home of the Alpha course. Written by Jeremy Jennings, this book is a practical approach to dynamic prayer in the local church.
mini Nicky gumbel booklets How to Resist Temptation
how to revolutionize your relationships
In these useful booklets, Nicky Gumbel considers what Paul’s letter to the Ephesians has to say about relating to others and resisting temptation. What does it mean to “submit” in marriage? As adults, how do we honor our parents? Where does evil come from? How do we trust God when we are struggling with temptation? How to Resist Temptation: 105412 / 978 1 90588 71 6 / $1.99 How to Revolutionize your Relationships: / 105411 / 978 1 90588 71 7 / $3.99
The Prayer Ministry Training course is for anyone who wants to learn how to give and receive in this crucial area of ministry, such as:
Prayer Ministry Training Manual 54065B / 978 1 931808 66 8 / $39.90
• Helping someone become a Christian • Praying for someone to be filled with the Holy Spirit • Praying for healing • Listening to God The course was developed at Holy Trinity Brompton to train existing home group leaders and members to pray for people in a home and church environment. [3 talks of 45 mins]
The Environment – A Christian Perspective
Make Poverty History
Faith Which Overcomes the World
In this short booklet Nicky Gumbel looks at a Christian response to the environment, and examines whether or not, as Christians, there is anything we can contribute to the debate.
In this short booklet, Nicky Gumbel explains why we have an extraordinary opportunity to do something about extreme poverty in the world today.
A booklet of the challenging and inspirational speech given by Fr. Raniero Cantalamessa, preacher to the Papal Household, at the 2005 International Alpha Conference in London.
105413 / 978 1 904074 98 4 / $1.99
8004 / 978 1 904074 82 0 / $1.99
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worship central Encounter God. Equip the worshiper. Empower the church. Worship Central is a school of worship from Alpha International with a vision to encounter God, equip the worshiper and empower the local church. Led by Tim Hughes and Al Gordon, since launching in 2006, tens of thousands of worship leaders, musicians, and worshipers have attended training events around the world, as well as using the online resource, worshipcentral.org Worship Central will be running a series of training conferences internationally. Speakers and worship leaders involved include Mike Pilavachi, Martin Smith (Delirious?), Nicky Gumbel, Francis Chan, Matt Redman, Brenton Brown, Pete Greig, N.T. Wright among others. worshipcentral.org and the Worship Central iPhone app continue to offer practical resources for the worship community. Worship Central is currently developing a worship course to equip worship leaders and musicians around the world.
COMING SOON! Worship Central by tim hughes and al gordon In this heartfelt but lighthearted book, Tim Hughes and Al Gordon share their rich, sometimes funny and sometimes painful experiences with other worship leaders. They cover practical issues, such as how often to rehearse and how to work as a team, alongside the more inspirational questions, including trusting and following the Holy Sprit, and the awesome privilege of leading the church into the presence of Christ. Available March 2011 Book / Code 978 1 905887 26 2 / $11.99
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Tim Hughes Tim heads up Worship Central and is on staff at Holy Trinity Brompton, London, UK. He has written many songs including Here I Am To Worship, Beautiful One and Happy Day. He has written two books, Here I am to Worship and Holding Nothing Back. Tim is married to Rachel and they have a little girl named Phoebe, a little boy named Simeon and a baby girl named Lois.
Al Gordon Al helps lead Worship Central, and is on staff at Holy Trinity Brompton, London, UK. His songs include Because of Your Love and Worship the Lord. Al is married to Olivia and they have a son named Kester and a little girl named Natalia.
Ben Cantelon Ben has recently joined the Worship Central Team from Soul Survivor Watford and has written many songs, including Love Came Down and Hallelujah. Ben leads worship at the Soul Survivor festivals each summer and recently released Running After You. Ben is married to Alice.
Nikki Fletcher Nikki is originally from Sydney and spent eight years as one of the worship pastors at Christian City Church, Oxford Falls, where she led worship. Many of her songs are featured on CCC’s live recordings. Nikki is married to Jonathan and they have a little boy named Jones.
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Café Theology By Michael Lloyd
‘If theology doesn’t stretch our minds, it probably won’t stretch our lives.’ In Café Theology, Michael invites us to grab a cappuccino and travel with him on a mind-stretching journey from Creation to New Creation, offering a rich and human view of life and Life-Giver. This is a unique journey because Michael has an inimitable gift for mixing insightful theology with unflinching honesty and a fantastic sense of humour, often bordering on a darkish shade of grey.
Post-Alpha Resource
‘This book is ideal for those wishing to explore theology more deeply. Mike’s wit, sense of humour and anecdotes from everyday life make this book both accessible and challenging.’ Nicky Gumbel, Vicar, Holy Trinity Brompton ‘Café Theology is so refreshing and clear and funny and shrewd and on the ball and wholesome and encouraging – I think the last perhaps above all. It makes me think, “Yes! It’s ok! This stuff really does make sense and it’s going to work!”’ Tom Wright, Bishop of Durham
Michael Lloyd has taught theology at Cambridge and Oxford Universities, where he wrote his doctoral thesis on the problem of evil. He now teaches doctrine at the St Paul’s Theological Centre in London and his bad jokes feature on the Godpod. He also runs the Friday Forum lecture series at St Andrew’s, Holborn. He has just achieved his goal of seeing every Shakespeare play on stage – and getting married. Michael is now dragging Abigail to every Handel opera. A friend once said of him that he has the extraordinary ability to simultaneously raise and lower the tone of any conversation.
This is the first in a series of teaching tracks from the School of Theology at St. Paul’s Theological Centre (SPTC) designed for churches or smaller groups to use. The School of Theology – a program developed by SPTC within Holy Trinity Brompton – is primarily aimed at Christians who are interested in doing some introductory theological study. This DVD is ideal for those who have recently completed an Alpha course, or for those who want to engage with their Christian faith in more depth. There are three tracks in this DVD series: FaithTrack (introduction to Christian belief) BibleTrack (introduction to the Bible) – available 2011 LifeTrack (connecting Christian faith with life, culture and society) – available 2012 The FaithTrack DVD resource contains ten teaching sessions presented by Dr. Graham Tomlin, Dr. Jane Williams and Dr. Michael Lloyd and introduces what is sometimes known as systematic theology. Session titles include The Character of God, Creation, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit, as well as question and answer sessions. Accompanying materials for guests and leaders (including the School of Theology Leaders’ Guide) are available on-line to those who have bought the FaithTrack DVD. 54050 / $69.99
ISBN 978-1905887354
Michael Lloyd
DVD
Whether we’ve been on the Christian journey our whole life, we’re just starting out, or we haven’t even bought a ticket, this distinctive book is applicable to our ordinary lives, longings, and in Michael’s words, ‘our feeble and frustrated fumblings after an understanding of who we are and what we are for’.
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Michael Lloyd
Foreword by Sandy Millar
“If theology doesn’t stretch our minds, it probably won’t stretch our lives.” In Café Theology, Mike Lloyd invites us to grab a cappuccino and travel with him from Creation to New Creation. Whether we’ve been on the Christian journey our whole life, we’re just starting out, or we haven’t even bought a ticket, this extraordinary book is applicable to our ordinary lives. This has been recently updated, and now has a new cover and helpful index. 180319 / 978 1 905887 35 4 / $14.99
COMING SOON! The Prodigal Spirit: The trinity, the church and the future of the world by Graham Tomlin A robust theology of the Holy Spirit can help build strong local churches and transform local communities. Drawing on ancient and contemporary church movements, including Holy Trinity Brompton and the Alpha course, this book suggests an understanding of the Spirit as the one who draws humankind and the whole of creation into the love that exists between the Father and the Son. From that starting point, it works out the implications of this for the Christian experience, the church’s evangelism, its communal life, and its transformational role in local communities. Available Winter 2011 54051 / 978 1 905887 00 2 / $14.99
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the marriage preparation course The Marriage Preparation Course was developed by Nicky and Sila Lee at Holy Trinity Brompton Church in London. The course is made up of five sessions designed to help engaged couples develop strong foundations for a lasting marriage.
the marriage preparation course covers: • The importance of commitment • Expressing feelings and learning to listen • Keeping love alive • Developing a fulfilling sexual relationship • Resolving conflict • Talking about goals and values While the course is based on Christian principles, it is designed for couples with or without a church background.
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running the course for the first time?
for your guests
introducing you to the course
Guest Manual
You may be interested in this Starter Kit:
An essential resource for all guests. The manual outlines the talks and contains the exercises couples complete during the course.
The Marriage Preparation Course and The Marriage Course Introduction for Leaders
Starter kit Everything you need to get a course started for 5 couples:
This short booklet introduces the courses to people who may be interested in running either or both. It outlines the successful formula of the courses, the topics covered, and includes testimonials from people who have done or led the courses themselves. It also provides top tips for getting started with running a course.
101725B / 978 1 933114 55 2 $49.90
1 Course DVD Set 1 Leaders’ Toolkit
The Marriage Book
2 The Marriage Book
This best-selling book by Nicky and Sila Lee is essential reading for any married or engaged couple.
2 Leaders’ & Support Couples’ Guide 10 Course Manual
102730 / 978 1 934564 70 7 / $0.75
102726 / 978 1 934564 65 3 $10.99
for running the course
Promotional Material
Course DVD
101718 / $190.00
Ready for Marriage?
The five talks of the course presented by Nicky and Sila Lee before a live audience.
1 Speakers Notes CD-ROM
How do we know that we are right for each other? What happens if we are not compatible? Is it normal to have doubts? In this short booklet, Nicky and Sila Lee address these and other questions asked by those who are contemplating marriage. 101747 / 978 1 934564 00 4 / $0.99
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Leaders’ and Support Couples’ Guide Takes leaders through everything they need to know about the course. 101727 / 978 1 933114 55 2 / $4.99
Leaders’ Toolkit This comprehensive set, comprising two DVDs and a CD-Rom, contains material to help you to set up, run, and publicize The Marriage Preparation Course in your home, church, or community. It also contains training on using the FOCCUS inventory. DVD filmed in 2006. 101721 / 978 1 934564 22 6 / $49.99
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for running the course with live speakers
“I think The Marriage Preparation Course is a wonderful resource, I recommend it to leaders with all my heart.”
Speakers’ Notes CD-Rom & Inserts DVD Contains the media clips (inserts) from The Marriage Preparation Course DVD. If you are giving the talks yourselves, you will find this a useful tool for enhancing your presentation. The CDROM provides all the necessary support material for those wishing to present the sessions as live talks.
Rob Parsons Care for the Family
101744 / $19.99
“Our relationship has deepened and our expectations of marriage and of each other are even greater and more exciting than they were before.”
for promoting your course Course Invitations
Advertising Posters
Pack of 50
8.5 x 11 Poster / 101745 / $0.99
To be given to potential guests, including a description of the course and a reply slip. There is also a blank space for your course details. Can be overprinted with your course details.
11 x 17 Poster / 101746 / $1.99
A course guest
Do you want to help couples strengthen th eir relationship?
“The course is very practical and fun to run.” John and Caroline Milne Course leaders
101731 / $8.99
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the marriage course how to build healthy marriages that last a lifetime The Marriage Course, developed by Nicky and Sila Lee, is held over eight sessions. It offers any couple the tools to build a strong and healthy relationship that lasts a lifetime. During each evening couples talk about important issues that can get swept under the carpet in the rush of daily life. While the course is based on Christian principles, it is designed for couples with or without a church background. The following material has been produced to help people to run the course in their home, church, or community. The DVD set is designed to be used with the Leaders’ Guide and Guest Manual.
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running The Marriage Course for the first time? Starter Kit Everything you need to start a course for 5 couples: 1 Leaders’ Toolkit 1
Course DVD Set
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The Marriage Book
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Leader’s Guide
10 Course Manual Promotional Material 100718 / $206.00
marriage Boxed Set-new Want to do the course with you and your spouse or with a couple of friends or neighbors? Here is a kit designed with you in mind. Includes 1 Marriage Course DVD, 1 Marriage Book, 2 Marriage workbooks, and some training help to show you how it is done. 102735 / 978 1 934564 24 0 / $99.99 (a $177.00 value)
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for running the marriage course The Marriage Book
The Marriage Course DVD with Leaders’ Guide
This best-selling book by Nicky and Sila Lee is essential reading for any married or engaged couple. Updated and revised.
Nicky and Sila Lee present the seven talks which make up The Marriage Course. Their talks are interspersed with thoughts from couples who have been on the course, as well as street interviews from around the world. The DVD also contains the talk for the introductory session of the course “The Marriage Course Party.” An optional session is also included on the DVD called “Coping with times of separation” which, while designed for couples in the military, is relevant for any couple who spends long periods apart. Filmed in 2008.
102726 / 978 1 934564 65 3 / $10.99
Leaders’ Guide For course leaders to use throughout the course. Follows the course content and contains useful information for leaders. (One copy of this comes included in The Marriage Course DVD.) 102727 / 978 1 934564 70 7 / $3.99
Course Introductory booklet for Leaders This short booklet introduces both courses to people who may be interested in running either. It outlines the successful “formula” of the courses, the topics covered, and includes testimonials from people who have done or led the courses themselves. 102730 / 978 1 934564 70 7 / $0.75
Leaders’ Toolkit Packed full with everything a leader needs to plan and administrate a course. Contains a filmed training session on how to run the course, filmed clips for experienced leaders to illustrate their live talks and promotional films for potential guests and leaders. The CD-Rom contains training notes, talk transcripts, and presentation slides for live speakers and helpful information and documents for course administrators.
DVD content: • An Introduction to The Marriage Course on DVD
[6 mins]
Talks: • Building Strong Foundations • The Art of Communication • Resolving Conflict • Forgiveness • The Impact of Family – Past and Present • Good Sex • Love in Action • The Marriage Course Party • Coping with Times of Separation (Optional session)
[60 mins] [51 mins] [59 mins] [58 mins] [61 mins] [60 mins] [59 mins] [38 mins] [64 mins]
Each DVD also contains one copy of the Leaders’ Guide. 102720 / 978 1 934564 55 4 / $89.99
102721 / 978 1 934564 53 0 / $49.99
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Promotional DVD The Marriage Course Introductory Guide (for Guests) Pack of 10 Introduces potential guests to The Marriage Course. This booklet lets people know what the course involves and contains testimonials from couples who have been on the course. 102731 / 978 1 934564 71 4 / $4.99
Perfect for showing to potential guests and leaders of the course. DVD includes: • Promotional film to attract guests [2 mins] • Introductory film – describes for leaders how and why the course works • The Marriage Course Party talk – an introduction to the course for potential guests [38 mins] 102729 / $4.99
Guest Manual One needed for each guest on the course. The manual highlights the key points from the talks and contains all of the exercises and “homework” with plenty of room for taking notes. 102728B / 978 1 934564 54 7 / $49.90
the marriage Course Invitation Postcards These postcards are great for giving out to friends and family who may be interested in doing the course. The reverse lists the sessions of the course and has plenty of space for your course details, a personal message, or address details for posting. 102732 / $4.99 [Pack of 25]
Posters Perfect for advertising your course in your church or local community. With blank space for you to fill in or overprint your own course details. 8.5 x 11 Poster / 102733 / $0.99 11 x 17 Poster / 102734 / $1.99
“We would recommend The Marriage Course—it can give something to everyone and can make every marriage better.” “We gained something from every single one of the sessions.”
Bill and Nicola Course guests
Dr. Arun and Clare Shetty Course guests and now leaders
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the parenting course The Parenting Book nominated for the christianity magazine book of the year award. Drawing on their own experience of bringing up four children and having talked to thousands of parents over the years on their parenting courses, Nicky and Sila Lee bring fresh insights and time-tested values to the task of parenting. Full of valuable advice and practical tips, The Parenting Book is a resource for parents to come back to again and again. 100761 / 978 1 905887 36 1 / $14.99
“Provides real insight into how to be a good parent.” Bear Grylls International speaker and author
“I would recommend it to any parent wanting to do the best they can for their child.” Natasha Kaplinsky TV newscaster
“Hugely practical, endlessly inspiring, packed full of humorous stories and insights—this book is a must for parents.”
Tim Hughes Worship leader
New! The Parenting Course is currently under development and will be available in fall 2011. relationship central
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