MARC - Denominational Programs

A FRESH START

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 12:34:33 -0700

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There's something about back-to-school that makes everyone feel the possibility of a fresh start. For students leaving behind the grades of prior semesters, becoming an A student feels like a possibility once again. Getting new school supplies is fun (at least for kids) and that new pencil box, markers, and notebooks gives the feeling of starting with a clean slate. A new window to the world is open and anything seems possible. Back-to-school can ignite these feelings in adults as well - it's almost like a mini-new year! Back-to-school season is also a time of refocus for the church, bringing people together to start new spiritual disciplines. Christian educators create sign-up lists for classes that meet congregational context, and create hospitable environments for the Holy Spirit to flourish. Teachers prepare in study and prayer for the work that lies ahead. "A Fresh Start," the latest multimedia bundle from United Methodist Communications, encourages congregations to look at the back-to-school season as a chance for all persons to begin anew, as a time of refocus for the church, and a way to create that hospitable environment for the faith community. This four-week series addresses the following topics: Week 1: Backpack Blessings: taking God with you to face fear, uncertainty and dreams Week 2: Fitting In, or Becoming Fit: self-acceptance, peer pressure and self-worth in God Week 3: When the Lead Breaks: dealing with disappointment Week 4: Each Day a New Beginning: learning how to begin again Outbound challenges are included to help the congregation take faith to the streets and show the love of Christ. This "Fresh Start" multimedia bundle includes: -5 Worship Videos - Worship Slide and Bulletin Cover Graphics -Direct Mail, Door Hangers, Newspaper and Invitation Card artwork to invite others

Length: 30 minutes

Publisher: UM Communications

Published Year: 2011

Viewing Rights: Church Use Permitted

PENTECOST JOURNEY- A Planning guide for Non-Hispanic/Latino Congregations

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 11:06:30 -0700

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Pentecost Journey, written by Marigene Chamberlain and Melanie Lee Carey, helps churches develop comprehensive ministry plans that honor the uniqueness of the Hispanic/Latino cultures while considering the intercultural context of ministry in the United States. Video testimonials on the DVD provide opportunities to engage in conversation and hear from people whose lives have changed through the ministry of The United Methodist Church. Resource includes: The Planning Guide with three sections (workshop style - 120 minutes per session), worksheets and supplemental sheets, suggested resources, Power Point presentations, and the complete text of the original Pentecost Journey.

Length: 93 minutes

Publisher: Discipleship Resources

Published Year: 1999

Viewing Rights: Church Use Permitted

SISTERS ON THE PLANET

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 06:34:57 -0800

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As obvious as it sounds, climate change affects everybody. But climate change is already having a disproportionate impact on people in developing countries, and it's hitting women hardest. It's not the easiest idea to understand, so to help explain, view the DVD "Sisters On The Planet", highlighting women in both rich and poor countries, who are determined to do whatever they can to put a stop to climate change. Watch them and become aware of the impact our changing climate is having on people's lives. And be inspired to join the fight against climate change too. A perfect resource for your UMW programming needs!

Length: 30 minutes

Publisher: Oxfam

Published Year: 2010

Viewing Rights: Church Use Permitted

THE BROOKS-HOWELL STORY

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 06:56:23 -0800

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The Brooks-Howell Home is a non-profit, charitable, continuing care retirement community in Asheville, NC, owned and supported by the Women's Division of the General Board of Global Ministries of the United Methodist Church. Admission to Brooks-Hollow is open to retirees of Women's Division, National Division, World Division, staff of Women's Division and others approved for residency. The majority of residents are missionaries and deaconesses. A limited number of health care beds are available to persons who are not otherwise eligible. Surrounded by the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville is the cultural and medical center for western North Carolina. Lake Junaluska Assembly, several churches, and colleges are located nearby. The DVD In our own words...The Brooks-Howell Story uses the voices and images of many residents of Brooks-Howell Home to tell the history, purpose, and story. Produced as a 'home movie', this project allows residents to share what is unique about Brooks-Howell as well as express appreciation to United Methodist Women throughout the world who help make Brooks-Howell possible.

Length: 15 minutes

Publisher: Board of Global Ministries

Published Year: 2010

Viewing Rights: Church Use Permitted

WESLEY- THE MOVIE

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 07:23:08 -0700

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What happens when a smart, talented young man desires to serve God…but is mostly driven by his fear of death and Hell? How is a conflicted heart torn by love and desire? And what happens when that heart finally discovers grace? A Heart Transformed Can Change the World! In this powerful true story, based directly on the private journals of John and Charles Wesley, we glimpse the private struggles of one man who would go on to found the Methodist movement - and another who would become one of the most prolific and beloved hymn writers of history. Together, they would transform the face of England with revolutionary ministries to the poor and downtrodden, creating a movement that laid the groundwork for the eventual abolition of slavery. This movie makes one proud to be a Methodist! ***This DVD is licensed for HOME USE ONLY and may not be exhibited at a church or other public venue without purchase of a special church license.***

Length: 117 minutes

Publisher: Foundery Pictures

Published Year: 2010

Viewing Rights: For Home Use Only

CREATING NEW SPACES FOR NEW FACES- 2010 West Michigan Annual Conference

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 08:58:50 -0700

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This collection includes all worship services (DVD's 0672, 0675, 0676, and 0680); Creating New Spaces for New Faces: Presentations #1, #2, #3 and Friday Workshop (DVD's 0674 and 0675); Memorial Service (DVD 0677); Marking Sacred Time (DVD 0678); Ordination and Commissioning Service (DVD 0679); the Youth Presentation (DVD 0681; and the Haiti Presentation (DVD 0690)- all held during the 42nd West Michigan Annual Conference- Creating New Spaces for New Faces, Calvin College, June 3-6, 2010.

Published Year: 2010

Viewing Rights: Church Use Permitted

CREDO Confirmation- Know your Story, Confirm your Faith, Live your Commitment

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 12:12:15 -0700

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Author: Josh Tinley

Confirmation is not the beginning or the end of the faith journey. Confirmation is about making disciples. It is that simple and that challenging. To help your church meet the challenge, Cokesbury has developed Credo. Credo is a confirmation program that is not your conventional classroom experience! It brings worship, Sunday school, Bible study, service, and church ministries into confirmation. Credo is a confirmation program so straightforward, so easy to follow, and so reasonably priced, it can be used in virtually any church and in a wide variety of schedules. You’ll have the option to use it over a semester, the course of a school year, a 3-year span, or however you want to plan it. This simple leader’s guide features lesson plans for 18 confirmation class sessions. This resource is ideal for churches who have multiple confirmation program teachers. (For a complete comprehensive program with added ideas and activities, churches have the option of purchasing the Director’s Tools)

LIVES FOR SALE

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 09:14:55 -0700

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A new documentary on Immigration and Human Trafficking. Lives for Sale goes beyond the rhetoric to show why immigrants are willing to risk everything - even virtual slavery - for the American Dream. While politicians, activists and the media wrestle with the thorny issue of immigration, this new investigative documentary exposes the painful, rarely seen human side of illegal immigration; especially the growing black market trade in human beings. Study guide included on DVD

Length: 58 minutes

Publisher: MaryKnoll Productions and Lightfoot Films

Published Year: 2006

Viewing Rights: Church Use Permitted

CELEBRATE WHAT'S RIGHT WITH THE WORLD

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 06:51:48 -0700

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"Celebrate What's Right with the World" teaches what a powerful force having a vision of possibilities can be. In this resource, Dewitt Jones offers seven key concepts that can help each of us find ways to celebrate what's right with the world. He asks: Do we choose to see possibilities? Do we really believe they're there? The kie concepts in this program are: believe it and you'll see it; recognized abundance; look for possibilities; unleash your energy to fix what's wrong; ride the changes; take yourself to your edge; and be your best for the world. Stunning photography and powerful dialogue also help us see how we can approach our lives with celebration, confidence and grace. CD Rom (CD 0025) includes power point presentation, video transcript, and power point viewer.

Length: 22 minutes

Publisher: Star Thrower

Published Year: 2001

Viewing Rights: Church Use Permitted

CELEBRATE WHAT'S RIGHT WITH THE WORLD

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:42:52 -0800

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"CELEBRATE WHAT'S RIGHT WITH THE WORLD" teaches what a powerful force having a vision of possibilities can be. In this resource, Dewitt Jones offers seven key concepts that can help each of us find ways to celebrate what's right with the world. He asks: Do we choose to see possibilities? Do we really believe they're there? The key concepts in this program are: believe it and you'll see it; recognized abundance; look for possibilities; unleash your energy to fix what's wrong; ride the changes; take yourself to your edge; and be your best for the world. Stunning photography and powerful dialogue also help us see how we can approach our lives with celebration, confidence and grace. This CD Rom includes power point presentation, video transcript, and power point viewer.

VITAL SIGNS OF HOPE- 2009 West Michigan Annual Conference

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:49:51 -0800

DVD’s 0628-0635 include all Worship Services, the Ordination Service (DVD 0629), the Memorial Service (DVD 0630), Marking Sacred Time (DVD 0632), and the Dan Dick presentations- Sessions 1 and 2 (DVD 0634) and Session 3 (DVD 0635)- from VITAL SIGNS OF HOPE, The 2009 West Michigan Annual Conference, held at Calvin College, June 4-7, 2009.

Published Year: 2009

Viewing Rights: Church Use Permitted

STORIES OF HOPE- THE WORK OF UMCOR

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:20:47 -0800

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This Stories of Hope DVD provides an overview of UMCOR's work in Darfur, Sager Brown, Justice for our Neighbors, and with hurricane recovery.

Length: 22 minutes

Publisher: Board of Global Ministries/UMCOR

Published Year: 2009

Viewing Rights: Church Use Permitted

WHEN FREEDOM? SUDAN IN CAPTIVITY

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 09:15:56 -0700

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Through this video, Sudanese refugees, along with Rev. Dr. Angelique Walker-Smith, help us remember those who remain in Sudan and live in constant fear, much like the ancient Israelites in Egypt. Despite the religious and political climate in Sundan, churches continue to provide worship, educational opportunities, and health care. They also address issues of justice and peace, inviting us to be partners in their struggles and dreams. Perfect for a UMW program!

Publisher: Mission Resource Center

Published Year: 2002

Viewing Rights: Church Use Permitted

UNITED METHODIST WOMEN- A JOURNEY IN MISSION

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 06:09:03 -0800

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Welcome to "A Journey in Mission," a DVD/CD set developed for United Methodist Women members and all who are interested in mission with women, children and youth. It brings you stories of ordinary women and youth who have been empowered to do extraordinary things through United Methodist Women. These include stories of United Methodist Women members and women with whom United Methodist Women is in mission. Enjoy the sights and sounds of what it means to be women in mission. Then share them with others – family, friends, pastors, United Methodist Women members and potential members, and everyone who will be blessed knowing the breadth and depth of United Methodist Women’s mission outreach across the United States and around the world. Includes both DVD and CD-ROM

Publisher: United Methodist Women

Published Year: 2008

Viewing Rights: Church Use Permitted

RENEWAL OR RUIN? The Institute on Religion and Democracy's Attack on The United Methodist Church

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 09:18:55 -0800

Church renewal or church schism? Since its beginning in 1982, the Institute on Religion and Democracy has continuously undermined the United Methodist Church and other mainline Protestant denominations by attacking the character of church leaders. This organization, funded by some of the world's most powerful foundations, undermines the witness of the church by fueling controversy to its own benefit. This film exposes the true intent of their efforts to "renew" the church. Featuring Randall Balmer, Bishop Kenneth Carter, Frederick Clarkson, Jim Naughton, Bishop Beverly Shamana, Andrew Weaver, and Jim Winkler

Length: 24 minutes

Published Year: 2007

Viewing Rights: Church Use Permitted