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- BK EEX 002 A Praying Congregation: The Art of Teaching Spiritual Practices by Jane E. Vennard (Alban Institute, 2005)
- In a creative and refreshing approach, the author invites the reader to "stop trying to do prayer right and simply be in the presence of God". If you have ever pondered how to become a person of prayer, let the expressions she offers become your guide. If you have ever struggled to help a congregation engage in the practice of prayer, take up this book and let it lead you to the well of prayer.
- BK EEX 033 50 Ways to Pray: Practices From Many Traditions and Times by Teresa A. Blythe (Abingdon Press, 2006)
- Provides at least 50 ways you may take steps in a lifelong walk with God. Each of the exercises includes instructions on how to use it as a prayer practice, background, statement of intention, and tips to help you become comfortable with the practice. For those of you wanting to lead these practices in a group, there are special instructions in the attached Leader's Guide.
- BK GH2 029 One Step at a Time: A Pilgrim's Guide to Spirit-Led Living by Timothy C. Geoffrion (Alban Institute, 2008)
- The author writes not only about his walking el Camino de Santiago, but about how God works in those who seek to be led by the Spirit. Using pilgrimage as a metaphor for the Spirit-led life, he offers his experiences, thoughts, and reflections as a catalyst for readers' own spiritual pilgrimage- the lifelong journey of growth into the life Christ intends for us.
- VT CA2 001 Why You Should Develop a Pastor-Parish Relations Committee (video & leader's guide; Alban Institute, 2001)
- The author puts forth a new vision for the role of the pastor-parish relations committee, suggesting that the group's sole task is to monitor the quality of the relationship between the pastor and the congregation. When pastor and congregation truly understand one another, their relationship becomes healthier, and both pastor and congregation thrive.
- VT CA4 003 MP&R: Head of Staff/Member of Staff (video & 2 manuals; Paul Dietterich, The Center for Parish Development, 1996)
- An appraisal process that attempts to improve performance while at the same time strengthening the quality of relationships within an organization. It emphasizes partnership, shared ministry, and collaboration between/among pastor(s), leadership, and congregation.
- VT PAX 003 The Jesus I Never Knew (video curriculum kit; Philip Yancey, Zondevan, 1998)
- A 14-session curriculum that includes the book of the same title, leader's and participant's guides, and video. Each session utilizes video clips from well-known and little-known movies portraying various views of Jesus as well as video input from the author. Each session is designed for 45 minutes.