Norma Cook Everist

390 pages, Abingdon Press, 2002.  BK316

Divided Into Three Parts: Gathered to Learn: The entire parish community becomes teacher and learner to one another, Challenged to Grow: the teaching church will need to be equipped to meet the needs of the entire life cycle reflected in the congregation, Sent to Serve: the churches role outside the doors of the building. This book by Norma Cook Everist outlines an approach to Christian Education that proclaims that everyone is a Learner and everyone is a Teacher. It is recommended for leaders in the local church in the area of Christian Education/Formation.

Loving God with All Your Mind: Equipping the Community of Faith for Theological Thinking

Thomas R. Hawkins

142 pages, Discipleship Resources, 2004.  BK 461

How do the studies on the ways brains work relate to teaching and leading others in the community of faith? Comparing varieties of styles and reflecting on real life examples from working in the local church, readers will learn more about critical thinking skills.

Sacred Challenge: Blazing a New Path for the Sunday School of the Future

Mike Ratliff

142 pages, Discipleship Resources, 2006  BK483

Building on shared strengths and naming the challenges are two of the processes suggested for enriching the Sunday School program. Includes a survey of issues presently discussed by Christian Educators as well as a Sunday School Effectiveness Assessment.

Nurturing Faith in Families: 425 Creative Ideas For Family Ministry

Jolene L. Roehlkepartain

183 pages, Abingdon Press, 2002.  BK467

"Offers a treasury of ideas, activities, and resources that can help families grow spiritually and feel more connected to the faith community." This book includes examples, research "briefs", a helpful resource list and scripture index.

The Nuts and Bolts of Christian Education: Practical Wisdom for Teachers and Leaders

Delia Halverson

127 pages, Abingdon Press, 2000   BK95

Are you looking for a comprehensive, easy to understand book filled with practical information to help you plan for a year of Christian Education? Then Nuts and Bolts is for you. Borrow it first from the Media Center, purchase one for your own book shelf!