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1 WAIAPU YOUTH MINISTRY P.O.Box 351 Rotorua Mob.ph BOOK CATALOGUE plus DVD s ACTIVITIES & GAMES p.02 BEHAVIOUR, CHARACTER, MORALITY, SEXUALITY p.13 CATALOGUES OF OTHER RESOURCES p.17 DEVOTIONS & BIBLE STUDIES p.17 DRAMAS, SKITS p.25 FAITH & SPIRITUALITY p.27 LEADERSHIP p.28 REPORTS p.32 TESTIMONIALS Stories of faith p.33 VOLUNTEERS Recruiting, Training, Enabling p.34 WORSHIP p.35 YOUTH & CHILDREN MINISTRY Planning, Building, Relational, Peer, Renewal p.36 BIBLES, BIBLICAL STUDIES, COMMENTARIES, THEOLOGY & ETHICS p.44 Plus DVD LIST p.45 1

2 ACTIVITIES & GAMES TITLE: Hard Times Catalog for Youth Ministry [x2 copies] AUTHOR: Benson, Marilyn & Dennis DATE: 1982 PUBLISHER: Group Books, Loveland ISBN: Group sessions covering activities on topics from educational activities, fellowship and community, outreach and mission, worship and celebration etc. TITLE: Try This One. MORE Ideas for Youth Groups AUTHOR: Schultz, Tom Ed. DATE: 1980 PUBLISHER: Tom Schultz Publications ISBN: Crowd Breakers, Games and Group Growth Goodies for youth groups. Creative ideas that have proven successful. TITLE: Try This One Too. Ideas for Youth Groups AUTHOR: Sparks, Lee Ed. DATE: 1982 PUBLISHER: Tom Schultz Publications ISBN: Packed full of ideas for fun and games, group growth goodies and fund raising. Creative, useful and easy to do stuff. Tried and tested by leaders and members of youth groups. TITLE: The Best Of Try This One AUTHOR: Schultz, Thom Ed. DATE: 1981 PUBLISHER: Thom Schultz Publications ISBN: Great creative, simple and fun ideas for discussions, games, crowd breakers, worship, service projects, fund raisers and special programs. Good. 2

3 TITLE: AUTHOR: DATE: PUBLISHER: ISBN: Bible Trivia Book Old Testament History Priest, Barbara Morse [E4351] 420 questions and answers. Includes suggestions for how to use them in a game. TITLE: AUTHOR: DATE: PUBLISHER: ISBN: Bible Trivia Book New Testament Church Priest, Barbara Morse X [E4353] 420 questions and answers. Includes suggestions for how to use them in a game. TITLE: 1001 more Questions on the Bible AUTHOR: Piatt, Larry DATE: 1986 PUBLISHER: Baker Book House Co ISBN: True to its title, this book has 1001 questions with multiple choice answers. TITLE: Using Simulation Games AUTHOR: Baker, Pat; Marshall, Mary-Ruth DATE: 1984 PUBLISHER: The Joint Board of Christian Education, Australia ISBN: Simulation games to teach. Games with a purpose, and educational value. Includes directions on how to use them. Topics such as: prejudice and discrimination, pressures society exerts, conflict in a local congregation, decision-making, trust, economic discrimination. TITLE: Simulation Games #1 AUTHOR: Baker, Pat; Marshall, Mary-Ruth DATE: 1986 PUBLISHER: The Joint Board of Christian Education, Australia ISBN: Games and their uses, their purpose, educational value, disadvantages and misuse of them. 24 games covering ethical, relationship issues, skills for living, issues of social justice etc. 3

4 TITLE: Simulation Games #3 [x2 copies] AUTHOR: Baker, Pat DATE: 1986 PUBLISHER: The Joint Board of Christian Education, Australia ISBN: games designed to explore and teach various topics within categories such as: Group Dynamics, Interdependence, Priorities, Cultural Differences, The Church Today, The Bible and Church History, Work, Power/Violence/War, Women, Youth, Negotiation, Hunger and Refugees. TITLE: Simulation Games #4 [x2 copies] AUTHOR: Baker, Pat DATE: 1991 PUBLISHER: The Joint Board of Christian Education, Australia ISBN: Another 19 games designed to teach on issues for both the Church and the individual Christian. Games cover: The Bible and Church History, The Church Today, Christian Living,, Priorities, Family Life, Women, Interdependence and Cooperation, Cultural Differences, Power/Violence/War. TITLE: More Simulation Games [x2 copies] AUTHOR: Baker, Pat; Marshall, Mary-Ruth DATE: 1977 PUBLISHER: The Joint Board of Christian Education, Australia ISBN: simulation games covering topics such as: cooperation vs individual effort, involvement in Church and community, wealth and values, expressing and recognising feelings, lifestyles, sex roles, poverty and plenty. TITLE: Recycle Catalogue. 700 ideas for learning fellowship, mission, celebration. AUTHOR: Benison, Dennis C. DATE: 1975 PUBLISHER: Parthenon Press ISBN: X Absolutely packed with ideas for using everything from egg cartons, thorny branches and musicians. Even how to recycle obstacles in life. 4

5 TITLE: Educating for Peace & Justice: Religious Dimensions, K-6 AUTHOR: McGinnis, James DATE: 1993 PUBLISHER: Institute for Peace & Justice ISBN: 8 Units designed to educate children on Dreams & Visions, Interpersonal Peacemaking/Reconciliation, Reconciliation, Interracial reconciliation, International reconciliation, Solidarity with the Poor, Becoming Friends with the Earth. Includes a supplement on Parenting for Peace and Justice. TITLE: Helping Families Care. Practical ideas for intergenerational programs. AUTHOR: McGinnis, James DATE: 1989 PUBLISHER: The Institute for Peace & Justice. ISBN: Helping families as individuals or groups to make a difference in the world. Becoming committed agents of Shalom. TITLE: Helping Your Church Teach AUTHOR: Merrit, David DATE: 1998 PUBLISHER: Uniting Education ISBN: A workbook designed to help the Church teach. It begins with a self audit on Christian education, a new strategy, special events for special times, steps and worksheets, Christian learning events and more ideas. TITLE: Ministry with Families. What your church can do. AUTHOR: Busch, Heather DATE: 199? ISBN: Help for planning and coordinating family ministry. It s time to support families, to plan for family ministry and time to make family connections. Includes reviews of applicable books. 5

6 TITLE: A Comprehensive Approach AUTHOR: Mitchell, Craig DATE: 1997 ISBN: A comprehensive approach to ministry to children, young people and families. Changing times and opportunities. How do we see our congregation? What are we doing? Ministry and mission. Settings. Planning. Possibilities TITLE: Faith & Families. A Parish program for parenting in faith growth. AUTHOR: Bright, Thomas; Roberto, John DATE: 1992 PUBLISHER: Don Bosco Multimedia ISBN: From the Catholic Family series designed to assist working with Parents, Working with African American Families, Working with Hispanic Families, Working with Pacific Asian American Families, Native American Families. How to organise parent education. Incl parent education resources. TITLE: Family Ideas for Christmas and Summer AUTHOR: Corney, Merrill DATE: 1982 ISBN: Ideas and suggestions designed to help you respond to God s involvement with the family. Includes ways in which you can express your Christian faith together. TITLE: More Group Retreats AUTHOR: Hansen, Cindy S. DATE: 1987 PUBLISHER: Thom Schultz Publications, Inc ISBN: complete programs for 30 retreats varying in length. They cover topics on Self-Image, Relationships, Issues, Bible Studies and on Faith. Designed to encourage spiritual growth through meaningful retreats for youth groups. 6

7 TITLE: Pathways to Discovery. Bible Facts. AUTHOR: Busch, Heather; Emmett, John Eds DATE: 1992 ISBN: X Written for the 6-12 year olds. Activities around memorising scripture, using scripture and understanding scripture. TITLE: Great Games and Good Food AUTHOR: Busch, Heather; Emmett, John Eds DATE: 1992 ISBN: Written for the 6-12 year olds and explores the role of play in helping people to grow in physical abilities, feelings, intuitions, skills and intellectual capabilities. Play is more than fun. Feeling good about feelings and play, getting started games, quiet indoor games, active indoor games and outdoor games. TITLE: Group Growers AUTHOR: Editors of Group Publishing DATE: 1988 PUBLISHER: Thom Schultz Publishing ISBN: X Contains 180 activities that will help you deliver lively and meaning filled meetings. Activities to inspire unity, foster spiritual growth, provide affirmation, improve communication skills, deepen Christian values, increase attendance, reach out to others and promote the group. TITLE: 201 Group Games AUTHOR: Magee, Linda DATE: 1983 PUBLISHER: Baker Books ISBN: Dozens of game ideas designed to burn off energy and also use the mind. Only a minimum of equipment is needed and most can be played at a moments notice. All have been field tested and rated A-OK 7

8 TITLE: The Creative Journal for Teens. Making Friends with Yourself. AUTHOR: Capacchione, Lucia. Ph.D DATE: 1992 PUBLISHER: Newcastle Publishing Co ISBN: Written to show teens a creative way to diarise their inner journey. Includes techniques for recognising your innermost feelings and expressing the real you. The teen can be helped to discover their true wants and needs, discover hidden talents, develop imagination, communicate better with others etc TITLE: Radical Faith: Friends and Jesus AUTHOR: Mitchell, Craig Ed. DATE: 1991 ISSN: A Top gear production of discipleship studies for youth. 8 sessions covering topics with 3 themes: Radical Faith, Friends and Jesus and Good Friday, Great Sunday. Packed full of resources for the complete program. Also recommendations for other useful books and worship resources. TITLE: Sharing your faith: Let s talk about Jesus AUTHOR: Mitchell, Craig Ed. DATE: 1989 ISSN: Another Top Gear production. 8 sessions covering Something to share, Living Your Faith, Hands of Faith, Talking about your faith, Sexy is the word, Free to be me, Basic instinct, Tell it like it is. TITLE: Get God s Message: Surviving With Parents. AUTHOR: Mitchell, Craig Ed. DATE: 1991 ISSN: Another Top Gear production. 8 sessions covering incl. Look who s talking, Blast from the past, start making sense, food for thought, breaking loose, the power of love, from strength to strength and full of the Spirit. 8

9 TITLE: Prayer Makes A Difference. Jesus and Salvation. AUTHOR: Mitchell, Craig Ed. DATE: 1992 ISSN: complete sessions from the Top gear team. Topics are Get in Touch, Stay in Touch, Different Strokes, Prayer Potential, Make a Change, Hear the Challenge, Go For Growth, No Place to Go. TITLE: Real Life Discipleship. Making Peace. AUTHOR: Mitchell, Craig Ed. DATE: 1992 ISSN: covered are: Get An Attitude, Change Of Heart, Get Moving, Love Rules, Speak Up or Shut Up, Visions of Peace, When is War OK?, Peace Through Non-Violence. TITLE: Coping With Stress AUTHOR: Mitchell, Craig Ed. DATE: 1993 ISSN: complete sessions from the Top gear team. Topics cover It Hurts Too Much, Everything Changes, Under Pressure, No Way Out, Taking Control, Making a Change, Whose Turn To Serve?, Spiritual Muscle, Receiving and Giving. TITLE: What does the Bible say about; AI: Artificial Intelligence AUTHOR: Pollard, Nick. Chief Ed. DATE: 2001 PUBLISHER: Scripture Union, Bletchley, England ISBN: From Connect Bible Studies and designed to encourage people to dig into their Bibles and to foster thoughts about topical issues. In this course: Being Human, Negative Emotions, Ties That Bind and Hope. 9

10 TITLE: What does the Bible say about; Harry Potter AUTHOR: Pollard, Nick. Chief Ed. DATE: 2001 PUBLISHER: Scripture Union, Bletchley, England ISBN: From Connect Bible Studies and designed to encourage people to dig into their Bibles and to foster thoughts about topical issues. In this course: Magic, Adolescence, Ambition, Good and Evil. TITLE: What does the Bible say about; The Lord of the Rings AUTHOR: Pollard, Nick. Chief Ed. DATE: 2001 PUBLISHER: Scripture Union, Bletchley, England ISBN: From Connect Bible Studies and designed to encourage people to dig into their Bibles and to foster thoughts about topical issues. In this course subjects are: Mission, Power, Wisdom and Courage. TITLE: What does the Bible say about; TV Game Shows AUTHOR: Pollard, Nick. Chief Ed. DATE: 2001 PUBLISHER: Scripture Union, Bletchley, England ISBN: From Connect Bible Studies and designed to encourage people to dig into their Bibles and to foster thoughts about topical issues. In this course: Materialism, Hopes and Dreams. TITLE: Groups Magazine s Best Youth Group Programs. Volume 1. AUTHOR: Hansen, Cindy S. Ed. DATE: 1986 PUBLISHER: Thom Schultz Publications ISBN: A massive 79 programs complete with step-by-step plans for creative youth group meetings. Includes games, quizzes, Bible studies, songs and many more activities. 10

11 TITLE: The candle maker how to make candles in your own kitchen. AUTHOR: Leavey, Claire DATE: 2002 PUBLISHER: Collins & Brown Ltd ISBN: All the information you need to design your own candles, including adding colour and scent, decorating readymade candles with designs cut from colourful wax sheets and using versatile jelly wax. Also how to use them to best effect and includes a troubleshooting section. TITLE: Try This One Strikes Again. AUTHOR: Hansen, Cindy S; Ed. DATE: 1984 PUBLISHER: Thom Schultz Publications ISBN: X A gold mine of creative, simple and fun youth group ideas. Includes games, parties, retreats, special events, worship ideas and fund raisers. TITLE: On Fire A Holiday Club Program for 5-11 s AUTHOR: Scripture Union DATE: 1994 PUBLISHER: Christian Publicity Org ISBN: A lively and fast moving program of Bible based teaching and activity for your holiday club. Includes activity sheets, craft ideas, drama script and an all-age family service or event. TITLE: Investigating Christian Beliefs Book 2 AUTHOR: Nolan, Elizabeth DATE: 1995 ISBN: A teachers guide for religious education for year olds. Helps students grasp the key concepts of Christianity. Designed particularly for Australia and New Zealand. Provides resources for the teacher. 11

12 TITLE: Successful Presentations for Dummies. AUTHOR: Kushner, Malcolm DATE: 1995 PUBLISHER: IDG Books Worldwide ISBN: Using humour effectively to demonstrate how people can make more successful presentations. Easy to use techniques for making presentations that work. TITLE: Big Book of Case Studies AUTHOR: Case, Steven DATE: 2003 PUBLISHER: Zondervan, Gand Rapids ISBN: Not quite a million stories that beg discussion. More than 180 real-life case studies to get your students talking. Prompt teen-agers to start thinking and talking about stuff that matters. Dig deeper and gain insights that will enrich your group and students lives outside the group. TITLE: Multi-Sensory Church AUTHOR: Wallace, Sue DATE: 2002 PUBLISHER: Scripture Union ISBN: tried and tested innovative ideas to engage all the senses. Includes dramatic readings, meditations, interactive labyrinths, liturgical prayers a photocopiable resource to help create an environment to facilitate the deepening of your relationship with God. 12

13 BEHAVIOUR, CHARACTER, MORALITY & SEXUALITY TITLE: Cliques, Phonies, & Other Baloney AUTHOR: Romain, Trevor DATE: 1998 PUBLISHER: Free Spirit Publishing, Minnesota ISBN: Written for children. Cartoon presentation teaching the facts about cliques, why they exist and how to deal with them. TITLE: Conflict AUTHOR: Beman, Larry DATE: 1995 PUBLISHER: Abingdon Press ISBN: Written for the older youth and as a small group resource. Covers Voices of Hurt, Voices of Healing, Roots of Conflict, Blocks to Conflict Management, Setting the Stage, Strategies That Work, Critical Questions and great tips for lively discussion within the group dynamic. TITLE: The Nature of Adolescence [2 nd Ed] AUTHOR: Coleman, John C. & Hendry, Leo DATE: 1990 PUBLISHER: Routledge, New York ISBN: Text book covering adolescence stage, including effects of divorce, separation, work, unemployment & leisure. TITLE: Understanding Teenagers AUTHOR: Mourant, Margaret DATE: 1991 PUBLISHER: William Collins Publishers Ltd, Auckland ISBN: 1= X A NZ book for parents and adults which draws from many years of counselling and teaching experience. Asks who is the teenager in the midst of their family, their school, their peers, the wider community and in their own body. Ways to survive crushing pressures. 13

14 TITLE: Feeling Angry Playing Fair AUTHOR: McMaster, Ken DATE: 1992 PUBLISHER: Reed Books, New Zealand ISBN: Bullies, Challenge of Change, Old Patterns. Invitation to be Responsible, Patterns from the Past, An Issue of Choice, Developing a New Rule Book, Skills for Living in the New Rule Book, Healing the Hurts and Resisting the Return to the Old Ways. TITLE: Please Understand Me AUTHOR: Keirsey, David & Bates, Marilyn DATE: 1984 PUBLISHER: Prometheus Nemesis Book Co ISBN: Character and temperament types. Explore the differences and discover your type and others and how to allow others the freedom to be themselves. TITLE: Helping Teens Care AUTHOR: McGinnis, James Ed. DATE: 1991 PUBLISHER: Crossroad Publishing Company ISBN: How do we help our teenagers become more compassionate, courageous, broad-minded. Cooperative, self directing and capable of making a difference? Here are some real ideas from real experiences. TITLE: Homosexuality &the Bible. Two Views AUTHOR: Via, Dan O. & Gagnon, Robert A. J. DATE: 2003 PUBLISHER: Fortress Press Publication ISBN: X The meaning of the Biblical text, then and now. Two New Testament scholars discuss relevant biblical texts, drawing from both the Old and the New Testaments. 14

15 TITLE: Perspective AUTHOR: Human Sexuality. A Christian Dudley, Gwenyth; Peterson, Bruce; Peterson, Geoffrey DATE: 1984 ISBN: What is sexual liberation? Maleness & femaleness today. The person who is different sexually. Sexuality & spirituality. Studies that attempt to respond to the call for Christian communities to deal with these issues openly and responsibly. TITLE: Bullies Are a Pain in the Brain AUTHOR: Romain, Trevor DATE: 1997 PUBLISHER: Free Spirit Publishing ISBN: A book written for the child who is being bullied which can help them become bully-proof. Accompanied by cartoons, the tried and true ways will help with identification of bullies and the truth about bullies and how to get rid of them. The bully will also benefit from reading this book. TITLE: Teenagers Talk About Grief AUTHOR: Kolf, June Cerza DATE: 1990 PUBLISHER: Baker Book House Company ISBN: Solid and compassionate help for grieving teenagers using personal experiences. Talks about anger, guilt, fear, mood swings and suicide problems. TITLE: Stepping Out. Incest Info for Girls. AUTHOR: Marsh, Jenny DATE: 1988 PUBLISHER: Southwood Press Pty Ltd, Marrickville ISBN: Written for teenage girls who have been or are going through incest. How to recognise it and what to do about it. Who to talk to and what could happen. 15

16 TITLE: Feeling Good About Yourself AUTHOR: The Clarity Collective DATE: 1990 PUBLISHER: The Joint Board of Christian Education ISBN: A young person s guide to adolescence. Written for both male and female the book covers the teenage years from puberty through to their first job. Advice on how to deal with life changes and responding to moral dilemmas. TITLE: Just Good Friends AUTHOR: Huggett, Joyce DATE: 1995 PUBLISHER: Inter Varsity Press ISBN: A practical Biblical book that argues close friendships between young people should be seen positively. A perceptive, honest, humble and God-directed book for the young adult. TITLE: My Feelings Are Like Wild Animals AUTHOR: Egeberg, Gary DATE: 1998 PUBLISHER: Paulist Press ISBN: Provides young people with the tools to help tame their feelings. How to reduce tensions and resolve conflicts at home as they practice positive communication skills. Coming to terms with mistakes as part of the learning process. TITLE: Child Abuse In The Church AUTHOR: Goodwin, David C. DATE: 1992 PUBLISHER: Camp David Trust ISBN: Written from the heart of a Pastor and a watchman for the children. This book addresses the problem facing the church and offers a strategy for erecting a fence at the top of the cliff. It will help the church cope with the dark night in many children s lives. A book recommended for pastors, leaders and parents. 16

17 CATALOGUES OF OTHER RESOURCES TITLE: Uniting Youth Ministry Library 2000 Catalogue AUTHOR: Uniting Youth Ministry DATE: 2000 PUBLISHER: Uniting Youth Ministry ISBN: Though published in 2000 it includes many book titles that are still relevant and could facilitate studies and the location of books. DEVOTIONS & BIBLE STUDIES TITLE: 4O Devotions That Work With Youth [x2 copies] AUTHOR: Anderson, Geraldine Ed. DATE: 1983 PUBLISHER: The Joint Board of Christian Education ISBN: contributors present 40 devotions suitable for year olds. Includes how to prepare and present devotions. TITLE: The Bible in Outline AUTHOR: 6 contributors DATE: 1985 PUBLISHER: Scripture Union ISBN: A resource for personal Bible study, group study or teaching. A concise overview of each book of the Bible giving background, outline of contents, main elements of message, application for today and themes for further study. TITLE: Using the Bible Series with Youth AUTHOR: Halls, Dave DATE: 1981 PUBLISHER: Bible Society ISBN: Ideas for different Bible Studies for groups and workshops. Making the Bible come alive for youth. 17

18 TITLE: Power Pack [x2 copies] AUTHOR: Moffett, Bob DATE: 1986 PUBLISHER: Scripture Union ISBN: Creative ideas for teaching youth and enabling them to understand their faith. The first book of ideas for 36 sessions on 36 topics, including those special occasions of Easter and Christmas. TITLE: Power Pack 2 [x3 copies] AUTHOR: Moffett, Bob DATE: 1986 PUBLISHER: Scripture Union ISBN: More creative ideas for teaching youth and enabling them to understand their faith. 33 sessions full of ideas on 33 topics, including those special occasions of Easter, Christmas and New Year. TITLE: STARTERS: On Becoming a Christian AUTHOR: Coleman, Lyman; Rydberg, Denny DATE: 1982 PUBLISHER: Scripture Union ISBN: personal studies for the new Christian covering Beginnings, Turning Point, Growing Pains, Struggling, Belonging, Hanging in There and Next Step. TITLE: Beginnings. Discovering more of the Bible for themselves. AUTHOR: Allan, John DATE: 1987 PUBLISHER: Bible Society ISBN: A booklet designed to help understanding of the Bible by presenting studies that break it down to bits that are easy to study. TITLE: Beginnings. For Growing Christians. AUTHOR: Frost, Rob DATE: 1986 PUBLISHER: Bible Society ISBN: studies based on Philippians for growth. Studies include activities for groups and ice-breakers etc. 18

19 TITLE: Bible Lessons from Everyday Objects AUTHOR: Kellogg, Duane; Vonk, Idalee DATE: 1985 PUBLISHER: The Standard Publishing Co ISBN: Memorable Bible Lessons based on everyday objects such as sponges, coins, radios and phones covering topics like forgiveness, prayer and temptation. TITLE: 10 Minute Devotions for Youth Groups AUTHOR: Collingsworth, J.B. DATE: 1989 PUBLISHER: Group Books ISBN: fast devotions that involve teenagers with application that is relevant to their experience and concerns. TITLE: Top 10 Bible Stories from Mark AUTHOR: The Bible Society DATE: 1995 PUBLISHER: The Bible Society ISBN: great stories/lessons from Mark designed for younger children with great cartoon pictures to be coloured in. 19 TITLE: Resource Strategy 4 Young People In The Digital Age AUTHOR: Jeffrey, Michael & Steele, Carleen DATE: 2001 PUBLISHER: Wesley Mission Ipswitch, Qld 4305 ISBN: 10 completely packaged studies/events using multi digistry. Using multi-media these sessions are designed to be used for everything from an outreach, to schools to study groups. Gain confidence in using the technology through pre-pared sessions and then go for it. TITLE: R-Rated: On Morality AUTHOR: Coleman, Lyman and Rydberg, Denny DATE: 1982 PUBLISHER: Serendipity Christian Resources, Aust ISBN: A Leaders Guide for Bible studies covering Starting Points, Tempting Choices, Your Mind Matters, Tongue Control, Sex, Sex and Sex, Honesty and Integrity and Forgiveness. Inc ice breakers & activities.

20 TITLE: Hassles: On Relationships AUTHOR: Coleman, Lyman and Rydberg, Denny DATE: 1983 PUBLISHER: Serendipity Christian Resources, Aust ISBN: A Leaders guide for Bible studies on relationships: Life s headaches, Family Flare-ups, Killer Cliques, Break-ups, Power Plays, Why Me, Lord?, and Breaking Free. TITLE: Up Front: On Tough Issues AUTHOR: Coleman, Lyman and Rydberg, Denny DATE: 1983 PUBLISHER: Serendipity Christian Resources, Aust ISBN: A Leaders guide to Bible Studies: Greed, Drugs/Alcohol, Lust, Suicide, Divorce, The Occult, Death/Dying. TITLE: Dear Me: On My Identity AUTHOR: Coleman, Lyman and Rydberg, Denny DATE: 1982 PUBLISHER: Serendipity Christian Resources, Aust ISBN: A Leaders Guide covering: My Specialness, My Interests, My Abilities, My Problems, My Values, My Faith, My Tomorrow. TITLE: Heavy Stuff: On What I Believe AUTHOR: Coleman, Lyman and Rydberg, Denny DATE: 1983 PUBLISHER: Serendipity Christian Resources, Aust ISBN: A Leaders guide covering: God, Jesus, Holy Spirit, Sin, Forgiveness, Doubts and Movin Out. TITLE: Serendipity Youth Bible Studies Series AUTHOR: Coleman, Lyman and Rydberg, Denny DATE: 1985 PUBLISHER: Serendipity Christian Resources, USA ISBN: A Leaders Guide for studies on Starters: On Becoming a Christian, Knowing Me: On my Identity and X- Certificate: On Moral Issues. This series includes with the studies ideas for ice-breakers, meals and activities t accompany them. 20

21 TITLE: Knowing Me: On My Identity AUTHOR: Coleman, Lyman and Rydberg, Denny DATE: 1986 PUBLISHER: Serendipity Christian Resources, USA ISBN: A student workbook to accompany the Leaders Book Dear Me: On Identity. Covering the sessions on My Specialness, My Interests, My Abilities, My Problems, My Values, My Faith, My Tomorrow. TITLE: Torn Between: On My Lifestyle AUTHOR: Coleman, Lyman and Rydberg, Denny DATE: 1986 PUBLISHER: Serendipity Christian Resources, USA ISBN: Student handbook covering lifestyle choices. Peer Pressure, Priorities, Possessions, Prejudices, Personal Convictions, Passages and Power. TITLE: Theme studies for camps and other settings. Dreams & Visions. AUTHOR: Pope, Leigh DATE: 1981 ISBN: Includes 8 theme studies: Easter in John s Gospel, Dreams & Visions, Your Kingdom Come, Exploring the Bible with Art & Media, Mission, Jesus Died for me, The Building Program, Human Sexuality, Desirable Futures. TITLE: Money, Money, Money. Prophets of Change. AUTHOR: Top Gear contributors DATE: 1989 ISSN: prepared sessions on money, change and God coming in the flesh. Includes leader s notes and student handouts covering everything from Biblical background to application to personal life. 21

22 TITLE: Get God s Message! Surviving with Parents. AUTHOR: Top Gear contributors DATE: 1991 ISSN: prepared sessions on Getting God s Message, Surviving with Parents and Full of the Spirit. Include s leader s notes and student handouts. Also helpful comments from experienced youth leaders. TITLE: Radical Faith. Friends and Jesus. AUTHOR: Top Gear contributors DATE: 1991 ISSN: prepared sessions on Radical Faith, Friends and Jesus and Good Friday, Great Sunday. Include s leader s notes and student handouts. Also helpful comments from experienced youth leaders. TITLE: Beginnings. Big Questions AUTHOR: Frost, Rob DATE: 1983 PUBLISHER: Bible Society ISBN: Bible study for the individual or for the group. Study questions such as; Why am I alive? What s wrong with the world? Is there a God? What is God like? Who am I? Can I contact God? What does God want from me? TITLE: Just Living AUTHOR: Grayston, John DATE: 1988 PUBLISHER: Anzea Pubs, Scripture Union ISBN: Discovering God s concern for justice: Explorations in Amos. A study prepared for small groups. 22

23 TITLE: Dear Nereus Letter and stories from the time of Jesus. AUTHOR: Hemmingway, Lorraine DATE: 1991 ISBN: Stories from the Bible presented in the form of a written letter. Suitable for use as a follow-up to a Bible reading, an introduction to a sermon, as enrichment for a sermon, in place of a sermon for family services. TITLE: Lost and Found. Parables in action. AUTHOR: Sanders, Nancy I.; Osborn, Susan Titus DATE: 1999 PUBLISHER: Concordia Publishing House ISBN: Written for the 4-7 year old. A story written to demonstrate the parable of the lost sheep. Luke 15:3-7 TITLE: Children s Talk Series AUTHOR: MediaCom Associates Inc DATE: 1990 PUBLISHER: Logos Productions ISBN: 17 prepared talks developed to integrate children into the worship experience and increase their sense of ownership in that experience. Designed for children 7-12 years of age. TITLE: The Scroll. The Tabloid Bible. AUTHOR: Page, Nick DATE: 1998 PUBLISHER: Harper Collins Publishers ISBN: How would the press of its day have covered the greatest story ever told? Read it all in The Scroll. Headlines such as; Adam Names the Animals, Thank God For Sunday..God invents the weekend, Elisha Grins and Bears It Is this the greatest prophet ever? 23

24 TITLE: No Tree For Christmas AUTHOR: Lashbrook, Marilyn DATE: 1992 PUBLISHER: Candle Books Ltd ISBN: The story of Jesus birth taken from Luke 2. A Me Too book that invites the child to participate in the story by pointing, repeating, filling in and making sounds. Bible stories and truths in language a young child can understand. TITLE: txt 4 u frm god. Luke s message AUTHOR: CEV DATE: 1991 PUBLISHER: The Bible Society in New Zealand ISBN: A guided reading plan for reading Luke s message in a handy sized soft covered booklet. 24

25 DRAMAS, SKITS ETC TITLE: The Quest For the Divine Sticky Stuff AUTHOR: Chapman, Chris; Chapman, Sue; Gregory, Peter; Allison, Heather DATE: 1990 PUBLISHER: The Joint Board Of Christian Education ISBN: Short plays for youth and young adults fast moving, witty, entertaining and with a sting in the tail. Includes questions and Bible references for discussion. TITLE: One Stage Further AUTHOR: Forde, Nigel DATE: 1987 PUBLISHER: Marc Europe ISBN: Sketches for the Christian family that illuminate teaching on fairly abstract subjects. Eg: The Cure of Souls, One and Another, Peace in our Time and Angle at Large. TITLE: Time To Act AUTHOR: Burbridge, Paul & Watts, Murray DATE: 1987 PUBLISHER: Hodder & Stoughton, Sevenoaks ISBN: fast-moving, polished sketches for churches, theatres and street drama, with practical guidelines for forming a drama group, writing scripts, rehearsals, music and publicity. TITLE: Footnotes AUTHOR: Stickley, Steve & Janet DATE: 1987 PUBLISHER: Hodder & Stoughton, Sevenoaks ISBN: A collection of fun, action packed sketches, songs and drama from the Footprints Theatre Co. Can be used in worship, as musicals or shorter pieces to provoke thought. 25

26 TITLE: Conversations With a Caterpillar AUTHOR: Stuart, Alan F. DATE: 1996 ISBN: Conversations with a caterpillar puppet to use in church. Topics cover using a puppet, being a ventriloquist, making a puppet and many conversations on subjects from the Liturgical year and special days. Also discipleship themes. TITLE: Noah and the tubes AUTHOR: Chapman, Chris & Sue DATE: 1992 ISBN: short plays for churches suitable for both youth and young adults covering Biblical themes and characters. 26

27 FAITH & SPIRITUALITY TITLE: The Answers Book, Updated & Expanded AUTHOR: Ham, Ken; Sarfati, Jonathon; Wieland, Carl DATE: 2002 PUBLISHER: Triune Press, Brisbane ISBN: Covers the 20 most asked questions about creation, evolution and the book of Genesis. Answers for some difficult questions. TITLE: Christian Ethics & the NZ Economy AUTHOR: Randerson, Richard DATE: 1987 PUBLISHER: Dept of Christian Education. Wgtn ISBN: A resource document and study guide. The role of the church. Biblical principles and their implications, poverty in NZ and linking Christian ethics with economic policy etc. TITLE: TV, Music & Movies. Faith Under Pressure AUTHOR: Mitchell, Craig, Ed. DATE: 1993 PUBLISHER: Joint Board Of Christian ISSN: sessions prepared for youth meetings. Topics cover Strength of the Weak, Against the Odds, Every Bit Counts, The Good & The Bad, Movie World, Video Hits, Comfort Zone, Many and One. TITLE: The Spirituality of Young People AUTHOR: Barnes, Michael Ed. DATE: 1997 PUBLISHER: The Way Publications, London ISSN: young people from Australia, Europe, India, North America and South Africa contribute their own thoughts, stories and images of God. 27

28 TITLE: Me a mentor AUTHOR: Lawrie, Cheryl DATE: 1998 ISBN: Why mentoring? What is a mentor? What mentoring involves. Being prepared. How young people are developing. Communication. The way faith grows. Guidelines for establishing a relationship. And other resources to reference. TITLE: the ministry of mentor AUTHOR: Lawrie, Cheryl DATE: 1998 ISBN: The Biblical and Historical Tradition, Planning a mentor program, Approaching young people to be involved, Selecting mentors, Linking mentoring life in the church, Evaluation tools, Training session and questions for reflection. LEADERSHIP Group dynamics & individual participation TITLE: Youth Leaders Guide to Sanity AUTHOR: Evans, Russell DATE: 2000 PUBLISHER: Planet Shakers, Openbook, SA., Australia ISBN: The author is a generational motivator and covers everything from the call to youth ministry, the process of faith, personal development, raising finance to fulfil your vision, team power, prayer and important principles that work. TITLE: Saying Something, Being Heard AUTHOR: Pope, Leigh DATE: 1988 ISBN: Written to encourage and assist young people to play an increasingly influential role in their groups, to move beyond participation to power. 28

29 TITLE: The Skilled Helper, 6 th Edition AUTHOR: Egan, Gerard DATE: 1998 PUBLISHER: International Thompson Publishing USA ISBN: X What is helping, the helping models, identifying problems and opportunities, helping relationships, communication skills, empathy, the art of probing and summarizing, helping clients, the nature of challenging, challenging skills, moving from possibilities to choices, commitment, strategies for actions, making plans and making it all happen. TITLE: Group Dynamics AUTHOR: Pearson, Keith Ed. DATE: 1986 ISBN: An introduction to group dynamics. How to work effectively in a group, how groups work and how individuals function in them. Learn how to make important contributions and confident decisionmaking. TITLE: Leadership Group Discipleship Series [2] AUTHOR: Campus Crusade For Christ DATE: 1980 PUBLISHER: Here s Life Publishers ISBN: Lessons for personal growth, deepening your level of maturity and becoming more effective in winning others to Christ and then guiding them in their spiritual growth. TITLE: Leadership Group Discipleship Series [3] AUTHOR: Campus Crusade For Christ DATE: 1980 PUBLISHER: Here s Life Publishers ISBN: The Biblical basis for Discipleship groups. Discipleship principles of the Master. Characteristics of a Discipleship Group. Discipling group members. Being involved in a spiritual movement. 29

30 TITLE: It s Tuesday Night Again AUTHOR: Marshall, Mary-Ruth DATE: 1987 ISBN: Written for the leader and covers programming from What is a program, Who Does it, How do they do it? How t discover the needs of the members, Interests of the members, How to plan the weekly program and how to create interest in it, How to lead the program and an ABC of ideas. Incl 36 program plans. TITLE: Reverse Mentoring AUTHOR: Creps, Earle DATE: 2008 PUBLISHER: Jossey-Bass ISBN: A Leadership Network Publication. Looking for wisdom and guidance that will help satisfy a deep hunger? Written by a great communicator with a passion to hang out with younger people who mentor him enthusiastically. TITLE: Big Questions. Worthy Dreams. AUTHOR: Parks, Sharon Daloz DATE: 2000 PUBLISHER: Jossey-Bass ISBN: A clarion call to thoughtful adults to actively mentor the next generation. This book re-examines the twenty-something years and shows how crucial it is to create mentoring environments that recognise, support, challenge and inspire the promise of young adult lives. TITLE: 7 Practices of Effective Ministry AUTHOR: Stanley, Andy; Joiner, Reggie; Jones,Lane DATE: 2004 PUBLISHER: Multnomah Publishers Inc ISBN: An insightful guide for any leader who yearns for a simpler, more effective approach to ministry. If you are re-thinking your ministry these 7 strategic principles have been successful for North Point Community Church. 30

31 TITLE: Team Ministry AUTHOR: Dennison, Justin DATE: 1997 PUBLISHER: Cox & Wyman Ltd ISBN: X This book defines team work and the marks of an effective leader from a Biblical point of view. Presents a practical approach for working successfully with others. Includes case studies, questions and exercises. TITLE: Effective Leadership AUTHOR: Adair, John DATE: 1993 PUBLISHER: Mackays of Chatham PLC ISBN: Structured to ensure a steady, easily acquired insight into leadership skills, helping you to understand leadership, develop leadership abilities and grow as a leader. TITLE: The Gospel According to The Simpsons AUTHOR: Pinksy, Mark I DATE: 2001 PUBLISHER: Harper Collins ISBN: An exploration of The Simpsons phenomenon and how it came to be considered one of the most theologically relevant programs of prime time. A loving critique of our culture and a challenge to our faith and spirituality. 31

32 REPORTS TITLE: Beyond Participation to Power AUTHOR: Pope, Leigh DATE: 1988 ISBN: The report covers Factors In Effective Participation, Helping Young People Towards More Effective Decision Making. Appendix includes a questionnaire on participation in decision=making. TITLE: AUTHOR: DATE: PUBLISHER: ISBN: Small, Rural and Isolate youth Groups Joint Board of Christian Education Joint Board of Christian Education Commissioned by and conducted within the context of the Australian Uniting Church. Data was gathered to make it possible to draw implications and recommendations about small, rural and isolated youth groups and identify appropriate support systems. TITLE: We All Belong AUTHOR: Wellington Diocese DATE: 1991 PUBLISHER: Wellington Diocese ISBN: The Youth Policy as developed by the Wellington Diocese. First part discusses the theory of Youth Ministry and second elaborates on this, giving practical suggestions for its implementation. TITLE: What s Happening With The Children? AUTHOR: Dickey, Hugh; Research Coordinator DATE: 1993 PUBLISHER: Congress on Children & Families ISBN: A report prepared for the whole body of Christ. A report of the results of the national survey conducted in It s intention is to stimulate and challenge those who havethe interests of children and families at heart. 32

33 TITLE: Real Work. Youth work in Aoteoroa. AUTHOR: Martin, Lloyd DATE: 2006 PUBLISHER: National Youth Workers Network ISBN: This publication is a summary of the research project that was a two year study on the state of the youth work sector in New Zealand. Information gathered from more than 1000 dedicated volunteers across the country. TESTIMONIALS Stories of faith TITLE: Worth the Risk. True stories about risk takers. AUTHOR: Erlbach, Arlene DATE: 1999 PUBLISHER: Free Spirit Publishing, Minnesota ISBN: Explores positive and negative risks and what risks are right for you. Stories from people who committed risks. Advice on making risk plans, setting goals, taking action and celebrating success. TITLE: Dear Diary. My Daughter s Pregnant AUTHOR: Townsend, Anne DATE: 1984 PUBLISHER: Kingsway Publications Ltd ISBN: A moving account of Anna s mother s diary. Guilt and disappointment need not result in despair. 33

34 TITLE: Soul Surfer AUTHOR: Hamilton, Bethany DATE: 2004 PUBLISHER: Simon & Schuster ISBN: The amazing story of the thirteen year old surfer who lost her arm in a shark attack but did not lose her faith and the story of her triumphant return to competitive surfing. TITLE: Ten Girls Who Made a Difference AUTHOR: Howat, Irene DATE: 2004 PUBLISHER: Christian Focus Publications ISBN: Read this book and find out what God wants you to do! This book tells the story of 10 girls who listened to God and were obedient to what he told them. VOLUNTEERS TITLE: Recruiting, Training and Developing Volunteer Youth Workers AUTHOR: Roadcup, David DATE: 1987 PUBLISHER: The Standard Publishing Co ISBN: Growing volunteers, a curriculum for training them, teaching aids including outlines and transparency masters. 34

35 WORSHIP TITLE: Contemporary Worship for 21 st Century AUTHOR: Benedict, Daniel T; Miller, Craig Kennet DATE: 1995 PUBLISHER: Discipleship Resources, Tennessee ISBN: Worship or evangelism? Three basic formats of contemporary worship. Including examples of contemporary worship and practical guidelines for making transitions from current practice. TITLE: Worship 2000! AUTHOR: Atkins, The RT REV. Peter DATE: 1999 PUBLISHER: Harper Collins, London ISBN: How can we reconcile our hopes for the future with our struggle to survive in a changing world? How can Christians learn to express their confidence in the importance for history of Jesus Christ? How can worship be true to its roots and yet relevant to our own culture? TITLE: Creative Ways to Offer Praise AUTHOR: Flinn, Lisa and Younger, Barbara Anne DATE: 1993 PUBLISHER: Abingdon Press ISBN: ideas for Sunday worship. An interdenominational worship resource with ideas addressing every aspect of traditional worship and calling the congregation to participate more fully. 35

36 YOUTH & CHILDREN MINISTRY Planning, Building, Relational, Peer, Renewal TITLE: The Church & Youth Ministry AUTHOR: Ward, Pete Ed DATE: 1995 PUBLISHER: Lynx Communications, Oxford. England ISBN: X Organisation, changing paradigms, ecclesial context for youthwork, contemporary church reflecting generational values, multicultural challenges, body language, parachurch to metachurch, moderns and patterns. TITLE: Youth Ministry. Its renewal in the Local Church AUTHOR: Richards, Lawrence O. DATE: 1985 PUBLISHER: Zondervan Publishing House ISBN: The author s insistence on a Biblical and theological foundation for youth ministry saves the amateurism and enthusiasm from themselves. He has integrated the secular disciplines of psychology and sociology into his theology of youth ministry. His theology for youth ministry does not separate but integrate youth ministry with the larger life of the church. TITLE: Training Teenagers For Peer Ministry AUTHOR: Varenhorst, Dr, Barabara B DATE: 1988 PUBLISHER: Group Books, Loveland ISBN: Sessions cover conversational skills: Questioning & Listening, welcoming, decision-making, sharing your faith, family & peer relationships, substance abuse, relationships with the opposite sex and death, dying and suicide. 36

37 TITLE: Youthwork and How To Do It AUTHOR: Ward, Pete; Adams, Sam; Levermore, Jude DATE: 1994 PUBLISHER: Lynx Communications, Oxford ISBN: X A training resource in the form of a coursebook for youthworkers. Uses input, examples and feedback, role plays and graphics to lead youthworkers into a fuller understanding of working with young people. Suitable for the individual or for group work. TITLE: Relational Youthwork AUTHOR: Ward, Pete Ed DATE: 1995 PUBLISHER: Lynx Communications, Oxford. England ISBN: Perspectives on relationships in youth ministry for both practitioners and specialists in youth ministry. Care, change, evangelism, growth or dependency, emerging patterns at the end of the 20 th century. TITLE: Youth and the Future of the Church AUTHOR: Warren, Michael DATE: 1983 PUBLISHER: Dove Communications, Victoria ISBN: X Understanding the deep spiritual needs of youth. The importance of touching their stories and helping them to see how their stories intersect with those of other people and of our society. TITLE: Youth Ministry:The Gospel & the People AUTHOR: Fackre, Gabriel & Chartier, Jan DATE: 1979 PUBLISHER: Judson Press, Valley Forge, PA ISBN: The implications of the Gospel message for youth and sharing faith with a new generation within an environment of love and care. Creative ideas for developing programs. 37

38 38 TITLE: Nurturing Young Disciples AUTHOR: Buckeridge, John DATE: 1995 PUBLISHER: Harper Collins Publishers ISBN: X A renewed youth ministry that focuses on the person and not the program. Discusses pressures. Targets for spiritual growth. Advice on mentoring, innovative discipling programs, reaching the unchurched and encouraging young people to make an impact for Christ in the world. TITLE: Starting a Youth Ministry [x2 copies] AUTHOR: Keefauver, Larry DATE: 1984 PUBLISHER: Group Books, Loveland ISBN: A recipe to make youth ministry happen, whether it is starting a new one or revitalising an existing group. Drawn from real experience and designed to help you effectively direct your energy. TITLE: Looking Ahead. Planning the Program. AUTHOR: Marshall, Mary-Ruth DATE: 1983 ISBN: Analysing needs, setting goals, clarifying objectives, designing the program, enacting the program, debriefing and resourcing. TITLE: Youth Ministry Encyclopaedia AUTHOR: Coleman, Lyman DATE: 1983 ISBN: Group building, communicating, values and parables, scripture happenings and scripture heavies. Lots of ways showing how to do youth ministry. TITLE: AUTHOR: How to Work With Young People Anderson, Ken; Anderson, Geraldine; Mitchell, Craig DATE: 1991 PUBLISHER: Uniting Church Press, Melbourne ISBN: A comprehensive guide to the Church s ministry with young people. Written by people with lots of experience. Combines vision and practical know-how about things youth leaders know.

39 TITLE: Planning a Youth Ministry AUTHOR: Roberto, John & other contributors DATE: 1994 PUBLISHER: Don Bosco Multimedia ISBN: Relevant and balanced ministry programming, interest centered programming, variety and freedom of choice participation. TITLE: Building Your Group for 6-12 years AUTHOR: Joint Board of Christian Education DATE: 1994 ISBN: Specially written for Australian and New Zealand children. Covers pre-planning, the children, the vision, the need, the program. Volunteers, discipline, evaluation and publicity. A pathways to Discovery Publication. TITLE: Youth and the Law AUTHOR: Peters, Louise DATE: 1993 PUBLISHER: Legal Resources Trust, Wellington ISBN: A wealth of information, which though dated still includes much information that is relevant today. TITLE: Help! I m a small group leader AUTHOR: Polich, Laurie DATE: 1998 PUBLISHER: Zondervan Publishing ISBN: ways to lead teenagers into lively and purposeful discussions. Methods, approaches and foibles and minefields to avoid. Solutions and tips for growing and nurturing your group into a growing community. 39

40 TITLE: Its Tuesday Again AUTHOR: Marshall, Mary-Ruth DATE: 1983 ISBN: Planning who does it? How do they do it? How to discover needs of the members. How to discover interests of members. How to plan. How to create interest. How to lead. Ideas. TITLE: Seen and Heard AUTHOR: Merritt, David; Ed DATE: 1986 ISBN: Deciding to do something about children s ministry. Some aids to help the local church venture into new directions. TITLE: The invisible Table AUTHOR: Martin, Lloyd DATE: 2002 PUBLISHER: Dunmore Press Ltd ISBN: A book for those who work with youth at risk in their neighbourhood, family, educational and cultural worlds in New Zealand. It presents a methodology grown out of the Aotearoa NZ experience. TITLE: Essential Youth AUTHOR: Hickford, Andy DATE: 1998 PUBLISHER: Kingsway Publications ISBN: Why your church needs young people. Written out of much experience and research this book demonstrates why the church needs young people to help communicate the gospel effectively. This book strikes at the root of how we do church. 40

41 TITLE: Youthwork and the Mission of God AUTHOR: Ward, Pete DATE: 1997 PUBLISHER: The Cromwell press ISBN: A definitive guide to the latest theories and practices of working with young people, both inside and outside the church. The author shares stories from experience and includes insights from other experts. TITLE: Youth Culture and the Gospel AUTHOR: Ward, Pete DATE: 1992 PUBLISHER: Harper Collins ISBN: A down to earth and practical guide which urges Christians to understand and befriend adolescents in the name of Christ and show them the relevance of Jesus in their modern lives. A challenge and a perceptive insight into youth culture. TITLE: Do Hard Things AUTHOR: Harris, Alex and Brett DATE: 1988 PUBLISHER: Multnomah Books ISBN: Written by teens for teens. It will challenge your understanding of teens and their expectations for life. This book will prove to be one of the most life-changing and culture changing books of this generation. TITLE: Generation Change AUTHOR: Hunter, Zach DATE: 2008 PUBLISHER: Zondervan ISBN: Written by a teenager who likes to listen to music and hang out with his friends but is also committed to ending modern-day slavery. He believes his generation is the one to make changes. Includes real stories from people who are already doing it. 41