UNITED METHODIST Leadership SAFE SANCTUARIES resources Safe Sanctuaries is the only resource of its kind that offers the tools necessary to train church leaders on how to keep the children, youth, adults, elders, clergy and staff of your church safe. Offers valuable, practical advice to help churches safeguard against abuse and exploitation.
CHILDREN AND YOUTH Joy Thornburg Melton
Provides necessary forms to develop and implement a policy. The DVD includes an interview with the author and real-life stories. PAPERBACK $25.00 978-0-8817-7543-3
DVD $27.00 978-0-8817-7415-3
VIRTUAL WORLD
Joy Thornburg Melton and Michelle L. Foster
Addresses the challenges of ministry in the face of technology and the way we work, use, and interact with it. PAPERBACK $15.00 978-0-8817-7630-0
eBOOK $9.99 978-0-8817-7648-5
KINDLE $9.99 978-0-8817-7647-8
OLDER ADULTS
Richard H. Gentzler Jr. and Joy Thornburg Melton
Learn how your church can recognize and respond to issues of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of your oldest parishioners. PAPERBACK $15.00 978-0-8817-7613-3
MINISTERS
Joy Thornburg Melton
Informs clergy and those who work with clergy the basics of ethical practice within their leadership role. Explore three large areas of special concern for clergy: counseling, finances, and sexuality. PAPERBACK $15.00 978-0-8817-7560-0
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UNITED METHODIST Leadership OUR MEMBERSHIP VOWS Mark Stamm
An easy-to-read booklet that reflects on the vows and covenant each member takes upon joining the United Methodist church. PAPERBACK $5.00 978-0-8817-7768-0
eBOOK $2.99 978-0-8817-7770-3
KINDLE $2.99 978-0-8817-7769-7
THE UNITED METHODIST WAY Branson L. Thurston
An overview of the history, beliefs, organization, and mission. Also available in Spanish. 10-PACK $22.00 978-0-8358-7215-9
PAPERBACK $5.00 978-0-8817-7847-2
eBOOK $2.99 978-0-8358-7708-6
KINDLE $2.99 978-0-8358-7707-9
JOB DESCRIPTIONS AND LEADERSHIP TRAINING 2017-2020 Offers one-page job descriptions of leadership in congregational life and explores biblical roots and dimensions of leader development. PAPERBACK $24.00 978-0-8817-7859-5
eBOOK $9.99 978-0-8817-7861-8
KINDLE $9.99 978-0-8817-7860-1
A MISSION JOURNEY A Handbook for Volunteers
Encourages short-term mission volunteers to reflect on the reasons why they engage in mission and how they plan and prepare to be more intentional. PAPERBACK $17.00 978-0-8358-1786-8
eBOOK $9.99 978-0-8358-1803-2
KINDLE $9.99 978-0-8358-1802-5
ATTENDANCE REGISTRATION PADS These 6” x 9” pads are available only in sets of 20. Each pad has 50 sheets. PACK OF 20 $27.00 978-0-8817-7606-5
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EACH ONE A MINISTER Using God’s Gifts for Ministry William J. Carter
This study of Ephesians engages the reader in discovering the meaning of church, ministry, and gifts - from the early church up to the present. PAPERBACK $14.00 978-0-8817-7375-0
eBOOK $9.99 978-0-8358-7660-7
KINDLE $9.99 978-0-8358-7661-4
ACCOUNTABLE DISCIPLESHIP Living in God’s Household Steven W. Manskar
A book about pastoral leadership in the Wesleyan tradition. Pastoral leadership is the ministry of caring for the household of God. PAPERBACK $15.00 978-0-8817-7339-2
eBOOK $9.99 978-0-8817-7784-0
KINDLE $9.99 978-0-8817-7785-7
TRANSFORMING COMMUNITY The Wesleyan Way to Missional Congregations Henry H. Knight III, F. Douglas Powe Jr.
Drawing from John Wesley’s organizing abilities, this will equip today’s congregations to be more transformational. Includes study questions. PAPERBACK $15.00 978-0-8817-7754-3
eBOOK $9.99 978-0-8817-7756-7
KINDLE $9.99 978-0-8817-7755-0
TRANSFORMING EVANGELISM The Wesleyan Way of Sharing Faith William J. Carter
Learn on your own or as a congregational group from this practical study on living an evangelistic life that demonstrates the transforming power of loving God and neighbor. PAPERBACK $14.00 978-0-8817-7485-6
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UNITED METHODIST Leadership LAY SERVANT MINISTRIES BASIC COURSE Brian Jackson, Sandy Jackson
A foundational course designed to equip new church leaders and renew current leaders in The United Methodist Church. The Basic Course can be used for both adults and youth. Consisting of five two-hour sessions, it may serve as a shortterm study for small groups, Sunday school classes, and new member classes. Also available in Spanish.
LEADER’S GUIDE PAPERBACK $11.00 978-0-8817-7627-0
eBOOK $9.99 978-0-8817-7635-5
PARTICIPANT’S BOOK PAPERBACK $11.00 978-0-8817-7626-3
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eBOOK $9.99 978-0-8817-7634-8
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UNITED METHODIST Small Group Inspire leaders and individuals alike to grow disciples as children, youth, and adults. Believe, follow, grow, and transform! Covenant Discipleship helps connect participants with Jesus Christ and one another through ongoing mutual accountability and support for living in the world as Christ followers.
DISCIPLES MAKING DISCIPLES
A Guide for Covenant Discipleship Groups and Class Leaders Steven W. Manskar
Provides information needed to organize the ministry, form groups, write a covenant, lead a meeting, and support groups so they help the congregation live out its mission of making disciples for the transformation of the world. PAPERBACK $17.00 978-0-8817-7774-1
eBOOK $9.99 978-0-8817-7776-5
KINDLE $9.99 978-0-8817-7775-8
EVERYDAY DISCIPLES
Covenant Discipleship with Youth Chris Wilterdink
Resources pastors, youth leaders, and youth groups with information and planning materials related to Covenant Discipleship and accountability practices. Encourages a networked support structure for living as Christ followers PAPERBACK $14.00 978-0-8817-7793-2
eBOOK $9.99 978-0-8817-7795-6
KINDLE $9.99 978-0-8817-7794-9
GROWING EVERYDAY DISCIPLES Covenant Discipleship with Children
Melanie C. Gordon, Susan Groseclose, & Gayle Quay Equips adults who serve in ministry with children ages 8-11 to guide children toward a mature faith through everyday acts of compassion, justice, worship, and devotion under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. PAPERBACK $12.00 978-0-8817-7695-9
eBOOK $9.99 978-0-8817-7697-3
KINDLE $9.99 978-0-8817-7696-6
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UNITED METHODIST Small Group BUILDING SPIRITUAL MUSCLE A Six-Week Journey to Shape a More Powerful Faith Chris Wilterdink, Sabrina N. Short
Designed for youth to work out their spiritual muscles and build their faith. Included in this resource are scripts for training and coaching the adult group leaders, as well as links to video clips of key speakers from the Youth 2015 event. PAPERBACK $12.00 978-0-8817-7862-5
eBOOK $9.99 978-0-8817-7864-9
KINDLE $9.99 978-0-8817-7863-2
BY WATER AND THE SPIRIT
Making Connections for Identity and Ministry Gayle Carlton Felton
This booklet serves as a resource for congregational leaders who are helping members make connections between the baptismal covenant and discipleship in daily life. PAPERBACK $10.00 978-0-8817-7201-2
eBOOK $9.99 978-0-8817-7658-4
KINDLE $9.99 978-0-8817-7659-1
PRAYING WITH JOHN WESLEY David A. deSilva
While remaining true to intent and emphasis of Wesley’s model of prayer, deSilva has updated and interpreted Wesley’s prayers to be used by Christians who are seeking to grow as disciples, taking the reader through one full week of morning and evening devotions. PAPERBACK $8.00 978-0-8817-7317-0
AFIRE WITH GOD Becoming Spirited Stewards Betsy Schwarzentraub
Urges ministries and congregations to become stewards-inaction of all God has entrusted to us. Go beyond thinking in terms of dollars contributed to see becoming living examples of the gospel. PAPERBACK $15.00 978-0-8817-7520-4
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KEEPING IN TOUCH Christian Formation and Teaching Carol F. Krau
Describes five critical processes that are important to every teacher and small-group leader in forming Christian disciples. Also available in Spanish. PAPERBACK $15.00 978-0-8817-7688-1
eBOOK $7.99 978-0-8817-7690-4
JOHN WESLEY FOR THE 21ST CENTURY John O. Gooch
Addresses current issues from a theological foundation. Each chapter includes questions for reflection, making this book a great study for individuals and small groups. PAPERBACK $15.00 978-0-8817-7445-0
LIFE TOGETHER IN THE UNITED METHODIST CONNECTION Beth Galbreath
An advanced course in Lay Servant Ministries that gives participants an overview of the structure and organization of The United Methodist Church. PAPERBACK $10.00 978-0-8817-7701-7
eBOOK $8.00 978-0-8817-7703-1
KINDLE $8.00 978-0-8817-7702-4
CHARTING A COURSE OF DISCIPLESHIP A Workbook on Christian Discipleship
Teresa Gilbert, Patty Johansen, Jay Regennitter, Delia Halverson Guides congregations to understand the mission of the church, assess where they are in making disciples, dream what might be possible, and then either build or improve the way they help persons come to and grow in the Christian faith. Bible studies and discovery activities have been added. PAPERBACK $20.00 978-0-8817-7608-9
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UNITED METHODIST Small Group Justice
JUSTICE IN EVERYDAY LIFE
in Everyday
Life
A LO O K AT T H E SOCIAL PRINCIPLES OF THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
NEAL CHRISTIE
A Look at the Social Principles of The United Methodist Church Neal Christie
Takes an in-depth look at the Social Principles and the church’s attempt to speak on contemporary issues with which it is confronted today. PAPERBACK $10.00 978-0-8817-7652-2
eBOOK $4.99 978-0-8817-7653-9
KINDLE $4.99 978-0-8817-7654-6
LIVING OUR BELIEFS
The United Methodist Way Kenneth L. Carder
Explore a basic explanation of the history, beliefs and practices of the United Methodist Church. Ideal for a new members class or an adult confirmation class. PAPERBACK $13.00 978-0-8817-7571-6
eBOOK $9.99 978-0-8817-7664-5
KINDLE $9.99 978-0-8817-7665-2
LIVING OUR UNITED METHODIST BELIEFS
A Leader’s Guide for Living Our Beliefs and A Brief History of the United Methodist Church George Hovaness Donigian PAPERBACK $7.99 978-0-8817-7715-4
eBOOK $4.99 978-0-8817-7717-8
KINDLE $4.99 978-0-8817-7716-1
THIS HOLY MYSTERY
A United Methodist Understanding of Holy Communion Gayle Carlton Felton
A study guide divided into 7 sessions, providing commentary on the history, practice, and principles of Holy Communion in United Methodist congregations. It also points to implications of the sacrament for ministry and mission. PAPERBACK $14.00 978-0-8817-7457-3
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eBOOK $9.99 978-0-8817-7675-1
KINDLE $9.99 978-0-8817-7674-4
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