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Designing A Needs-Based Mentoring Program For New Pastors In The Free Methodist Church Of North America, Mike Edward Conkle

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

The Spontaneous Generation: Lessons From The Jesus Movement For Today, Alvin L. Reid

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

No abstract provided.

South Carolina Conference Journal 2000, United Methodist Church. South Carolina Conference

South Carolina Conference Journal

No abstract provided.

Evaluating The Presence And Importance Of Selected Principles For Nurturing Volunteers Among Youth Ministries Considered Effective, James Dunaway Moye Jr.

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

The Echo Boom : Developing Effective Ministry To Reach A New Generation In The Arkanasas Area Of The United Methodist Church, Lyndol L. Loyd

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Youth Conference 2000, Taylor University

Youth Conference

No abstract provided.

Calvin Seminary Forum: April 2000, Henry De Moor, Henry Zwaanstra, Carl Zylstra, Calvin Van Reken

Calvin Seminary Forum (1994-2001)

1 - “A One-Week Synod?” - Henry De Moor
2 - “Women in Office: Where we are.” - Henry Zwaanstra
4 - “The Changing World of Education for Ministry” - Carl Zylstra
6 - “Compassion at the End of Life” - Calvin Van Reken

Volume 17 (A), Number 2, Department Of Church Relations

Pacific Church News

Edited by Jerry Rushford

Spring 2000

57th Annual Pepperdine Bible Lectureship -- The Gravity Of Grace: Great Themes From The Letter To The Romans (2000), Jerry Rushford

Pepperdine Bible Lectures: Programs

Program booklet for the 57th Annual Pepperdine Bible Lectures, held at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California, May 2-5, 2000. The Pepperdine Bible Lectures is an annual event hosted by Pepperdine University featuring a wide variety of lectures and classes on topics and themes in the Bible and Christianity.

Jerry Rushford, Lectureship Director

Bill Henegar, Anita McFarland, Patty Atkisson, Bridget Smith, and Emily Lemley, Lectures Team

Western Theological Seminary Catalog: 2000-2002, Western Theological Seminary

Western Theological Seminary Catalogs

Western Theological Seminary catalogs 1869-[ongoing] (incomplete). Also published as Calendar and Bulletin.

Development Of A Series Of Bible Study Guides To Prepare Preteens For Baptism And Membership In The Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Francois J. Sarault

Doctor of Ministry Projects

Problem

According to the 1992 Valuegenesis Study, a survey of Adventist youth in grades 7-12 showed that 77 percent wanted a deeper relationship with God, and 66 percent were interested or very interested in Bible study. Yet, an informal survey of existing materials created to lead SDA youth into a deeper relationship with Christ through Bible study, baptism into Christ, and active membership in the Adventist Church points to these existing materials as being inadequate in approach and content. Preparing preteens for baptism and active membership in the Seventh-day Adventist Church must include something more than simplifying adult Bible studies …

Pastoral Behaviors That Create Or Maintain A Team Learning Atmosphere In The Church, Bryan D. Collier

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Ua12/2/1 In The Spirit, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

College Heights Herald magazine edition regarding Christmas.

• Clark, Ryan. The Gift of Love – Hines Family, Children
• Lucas, Fred. Don’t Forget First Christmas Gift – Jesus Christ
• Hutchins, Chris. Holiday Emotions Can’t be Expressed with Material Gifts
• What’s the Nicest Thing You’ve Done for Someome for Christmas?
• Walsh, Erica. 10 Ways to Help – Charities
• Heath, Mark. A Century on the Hill – Big Red
• Heath, Mark. Plaything Big Red is Creator’s Personality – Ralph Carey
• Warren, Brandy. Christmas Everywhere
• Eslinger, Justin. Christmas Fun Coming Your Way – Mammoth Cave, Riverview, Nutcracker, Living Christmas Tree

Vision, Fall 1999

Vision

A newsletter published for Deaf Catholics in USA

VisionFinding Aid

What Types Of Churches Will People Stand In Line For In The 21st Century?, Russell Chandler

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

Noted journalist and author, Dr. Russell Chandler uses his broad understanding of churches to answer the question, “What Types of Churches Will People Stand in Line for in the 21st Century?” An award winning author, Dr. Chandler carefully discusses issues such as ethnicity and diversity, ages and stages, spirituality and experience, communication and collaboration, and branding and benefits.

Youth, Leadership, And The Church, Skip Bell

Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

South Carolina Conference Journal 1999, United Methodist Church. South Carolina Conference

South Carolina Conference Journal

No abstract provided.

Reformed Worship (Rw) 51 - Ascension / Pentecost (March 1999), Reformed Worship Editors

Reformed Worship Magazine

Editorial: "The Lord Be with You..." by Emily R. Brink....2

Reinventing the Youth Service by Jane Vogel and Mary Sytsma....3

I Believe by Peter Slofstra....7

Trinity Matters by Diane J. Strickland....9

Service Planning: God in Three Persons by Tony Maan....12

Worthy Is the Lamb by Thomas J. Vos....20

Different Strokes by Charles Arn....22

Some Pros and Cons....27

Planning Primer by John D. Witvliet....28

From Advent to Alleluia....30

The Rhythm of Community by C. Michael Hawn....33

Songs for the Season by Annetta Vander Lugt....38

View from the Pew: Madelyn Ringler's Fiery …

1999 Morehead First Christian Church Echo Newsletter, First Christian Church Echo (Morehead, Ky.)

Morehead First Christian Church Newsletter Archive

Morehead First Christian Church Echo Newsletter from 1999.

Pastoral Effectiveness : A Study Of Differences Among Comparison Groups Of Seventh-Day Adventist Clergy, Peter Swanson

Dissertations

Problem. Methods of comparison are required to evaluate pastoral effectiveness. This study was an examination of statistically significant differences among contrasted groups of clergy to identify characteristics and performance patterns associated with productivity and effectiveness.

Method. Pastors from Anglo Seventh-day Adventist churches in North America and Canada were assigned to five groups that were evaluated using the Adventist Pastor Inventory, Sixteen Personality Factor Questionnaire, Pastoral Tasks Survey, and Pastoral Tasks Questionnaire. Ministers who baptized 50 or more persons within 3 years were compared with those who baptized 10 or fewer in the same period and clergy rated most effective …

A Church Growth Study Of The Chachkapi Church In Bihar State Of India, Manohar Kujur

Doctor of Ministry Projects

Chachkapi Church is the only growing church in its pastoral district. However, its growth is very slow. Adventism first came at Chachkapi in 1957 and by 1998 it had grown to 161 members. This shows its potential for growth. The church members are Oraon and the majority of the people who live around the area belong to the same community. Oraons were the first to accept Christianity in Chotanagpur South Bihar. Growth was by a people movement. According to present trends, churches among the Oraons are growing slower in comparison to the other tribals in Chotanagpur.

In an attempt to …

The Development Of A Worship Education Program, Neal Maynard Matson

Doctor of Ministry Projects

Problem

The Seventh-day Adventist Church has never developed a theology of worship. Therefore, the members are unacquainted with the biblical principles of worship. Too often their patterns of worship renewal are often influenced more by sociological factors and methodology than by theology. There is a definite need of a worship education program for the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Method

A syllabus was produced for a seminar presentation on the biblical principles of worship. The seminar was presented over a thirteen-week period. Worship patterns of the College Place Village Church were discussed. A survey employed to discover members’ worship knowledge and preferences …

Developing Bible Lessons To Reach Hindu Youth, Roy Jemison Injety

Doctor of Ministry Projects

Problem

The large number of non-Adventist youth who attend Seventh-day Adventist schools have a limited exposure to biblical teachings and, therefore, are unable to make a decision to accept Jesus Christ as their Savior.

Method

Bible study lessons were developed to provide youth with a more complete understanding of the Bible and lead them to take a decision for Christ. The lessons address issues relating to youth needs and topics that are common to the Hindu and Christian faiths. A survey questionnaire provided information about the needs, moral development, and Bible knowledge of the target group. A variety of teaching …

Development And Implementation Of A Youth Prayer Fellowship In Madras, Swamidass Johnson

Doctor of Ministry Projects

Problem

Many youth in the Adventist Church in Madras do not participate regularly in church activities. Additionally they suffer from the effects of poverty, unemployment, and family tensions.

Task

The task of this dissertation was to develop a youth prayer fellowship that would address the problems of youth in the Madras Adventist Church.

Method

The biblical concept of prayer groups was studied to establish a basis for the prayer fellowship. In addition, the organization and effects of five Indian prayer fellowships were studied: Friends Missionary Prayer Band, Indian Evangelical Mission Prayer Fellowship, Christian Missionary Society Prayer Band, New Assembly Prayer …

Creative Bible Teaching For Seventh-Day Adventist Youth Ages 13-18, Michael Kwaku Owusu

Doctor of Ministry Projects

Problem

Studies regarding how adolescents learn have found that the traditional approach of teaching as information or knowledge to be passed on with an emphasis on the mastery of content is not very effective. In view of this, many Christian educators and youth ministry specialists recommend a shift from the traditional methods of teaching the Bible to creative ways of teaching with a focus on active student participation in the teaching-learning process, and on meaning of Bible truths.

Method

The method used to complete this project was a review of representative literature dealing with theories and concepts of teaching and …

Tell Me The Stories: A Curriculum For Confirmation, Matthew Christopher Atha

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Volume 16, Number 1, Department Of Church Relations

Pacific Church News

Edited by Jerry Rushford

Fall 1998

Ministry Formation Program Newsletter, Fall 1998

Ministry Formation Program Newsletter

A newsletter published for Deaf Catholics in Chicago, IL

Ministry Formation Program Newsletter Finding Aid

How To Lead A Church Through Major Change: A Road Map For Successful Innovation, Jim Egli

Journal of the American Society for Church Growth

No abstract provided.

The Vincentian Family: An Overall Vision, José Ignacio Fernández De Mendoza C.M.

Vincentiana

No abstract provided.