MARC - Ethnic Language Materials

PAST MATTERS, THE: A CHRONOLOGY OF AFRICAN AMERICANS IN THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 10:03:20 -0700

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Author: Talbert, Marilyn Magee

This is a new kind of history, the story of the African Americans who remained part of The Methodist Church when others were leaving to form new congregations. The chronology and chart format help readers understand not only what African Americans have done in ministry through the church but also what was going on in the US at that time.

BLOW THE TRUMPET IN ZION: GLOBAL VISION AND ACTION FOR THE 21ST CENTURY BLACK CHURCH

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 09:57:41 -0700

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Author: Edited by Iva E. Carruthers, Frederick D. Haynes III, and Jeremiah A. Wright Jr.

This volume's contributors--dynamic and progressive African American church leaders--advocate the prophetic powers of black theology, preaching, and evangelism in support of community and economic development, ministerial and lay leadership, and enhancement of church life. All of them were presenters in 2004 at the first Samuel DeWitt Proctor Conference, established to reinvigorate the social justice agenda of America's black churches.

CHICHEN SOUP FOR THE AFRICAN AMERICAN SOUL

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 09:53:57 -0700

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Author: Canfield, Jack ; Mark Victor Hansen; Lisa Nichols; Tom Joyner.

This is the book everyone has been waiting for - an inspiring celebration of the joy, challenges, and triumphs of being African American. This book captures the spirit of the community through inspiring storytelling that understands both the struggles and joys of being African American. From Jim Crow to the Civil Rights movement to today's business leaders and gangsta culture, this book is a primer on black history. And like all Chicken Soup books, it's a moving tribute to the small things-a moment of insight, a mentor, a lover, the loss of innocence - that make life worth living.

CHURCH GROWTH FROM AN AFRICAN AMERICAN PERSPECTIVE

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 09:48:40 -0700

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Author: Hilliard, Donald Jr.

Renowned for preaching and the growth of his church, Cathedral International, from 125 members to over 7,000 today, Bishop Donald Hilliard shows church leaders how to grow spiritually healthy congregations. He begins by offering an understanding of healthy church growth, defines the mega-church phenomenon, and alerts leaders to the need to be aware of healthy vs. unhealthy church growth. In his section on having the right foundation, issues such as vision, the centrality of Christ, biblical preaching, the priority of holy living, sound doctrine, being people-oriented rather than program-oriented, the importance of tithing, and good Christian education are lifted up and discussed as tools.

MORE AFRICAN AMERICAN SPECIAL DAYS: 15 COMPLETE WORSHIP SERVICES

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 09:41:55 -0700

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Author: Kirk-Duggan, Cheryl A.

By blending the traditional elements of the worship service with African American culture, this book again contains fifteen services for special occasions, including: Pastor’s Day, Men’s Day, Women’s Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Kwanzaa, M.L. King, Jr. Day, Watch Night, Usher’s Day, Homecoming/Family Reunion, Deacon’s/Steward’s Day, Deaconess/ Stewardess Day, Youth Rite of Passage, Board of Christian Education, and Women’s Missionary Society Day. Appendix: Original African American Special Days

CAN I GET A WITNESS?: READING REVELATION THROUGH AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURE

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 09:37:41 -0700

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Author: Blount, Brian K.

In this study, Brian Blount reads the book of Revelation through the lens of African American culture, drawing correspondences between Revelation's context and the long-standing suffering of African Americans. Applying the African American social, political, and religious experience as an interpretive cipher for the book's complicated imagery, he contends that Revelation is essentially a story of suffering and struggle amid oppressive assimilation. He examines the language of "martyr" and the image of the lamb, and shows that the thread of resistance to oppressive power that runs through John's hymns resonates with a parallel theme in the music of African America.

OUR HELP IN AGES PAST: THE BLACK CHURCH'S MINISTRY AMONG THE ELDERLY

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 09:31:12 -0700

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Author: Saucer, Bobby Joe; Elster, Jean Alicia

How can the black church fully and successfully forge ahead without recognizing the contributions, wisdom, and insight of those who laid the foundation for its existence today? The authors of "Our Help in Ages Past" proclaim it cannot. Saucer and Elster issue a wake-up call to black churches everywhere; a wake up call to not only recognize the past, but to begin to reap the benefits from all that the elderly have to offer, and are waiting to give. This book challenges and guides the members and leadership of African American churches to make more concerted effort to meet the needs of the elderly in churches and in the larger community.

SOUND THE TRUMPET AGAIN: MORE MESSAGES TO EMPOWER AFRICAN AMERICAN MEN

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 09:27:13 -0700

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Author: Edited by Darryl D. Sims

Editor Darryl Sims scores once more with this follow-up to his critically acclaimed first volume. Sound the Trumpet Again presents eighteen sermons from some of the country's most prominent and prolific black pastors that speak to critical issues facing black men today. Topics such as the necessity of a black role model, maintaining strength in the struggle, a call to fatherhood, having a vision and a voice, overcoming stereotypical images, saving black boys in America, the real dangers of the thug life

GETTING TO AMEN: 8 STRATEGIES FOR MANAGING CONFLICT IN THE AFRICAN AMERICAN CHURCH

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 09:20:15 -0700

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Author: McKinney, Lora-Ellen

There is an old saying in the black community that goes, "God Don't Like Ugly." According to McKinney, the issues named above have led to ugly in the black church and have thus weakened its status as the strongest institution in the black community. These issues are but a few covered in the groundbreaking book, Getting to Amen. This important resource provides a set of practical tools, based on Christian principles, psychological theory and research on African American religious culture, that will help churches move beyond disputes and disagreements to harmony and heartfelt Amen!

ONE FOR THE LITTLE BITTY BABY: AFRICAN AMERICAN CHRISTMAS DRAMAS

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 09:13:13 -0700

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Author: Abingdon Press

This book contains two dramas, recitations and poetry for Christmas that engage the African American experience. One of the dramas reflects a historical point of view and one focuses on the contribution of an individual. Dramas are inclusive for all age levels, from preschool to teens. A permission to local churches to reproduce the materials contained in this publication for purpose of rehearsal and performance has been granted by the publisher.

THEY ROLLED THE STONE AWAY: AFRICAN AMERICAN EASTER DRAMAS

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 08:59:34 -0700

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Author: Abingdon Press

Contains two dramas, recitations, and a rap drill for Easter that engage the African American experience. One of the dramas reflects a historical point of view and one focuses on the contribution of an individual. Dramas are inclusive for all age levels, from preschool to teens. Children will have the opportunity to express their love of God by using drama as an artistic expression of their faith. A permission to local churches to reproduce the materials contained in this publication for purpose of rehearsal and performance has been granted by the publisher.

AFRICAN AMERICAN CHURCH MANAGEMENT HANDBOOK

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 08:50:02 -0700

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Author: Flake, Floyd H; Elaine McCollins Flake; Edwin C. Reed

Highly regarded pastor Floyd Flake, his wife co-pastor author Elaine Flake, and church chief financial officer Edwin Reed offer a design based on key needs in the black church, and their experience at one of the nation's most respected and largest black churches, Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral in New York. This unique, detailed, and thorough resource for black churches of any denomination covers virtually all aspects of church management from the theoretical and theological to the practical "nuts and bolts"of church administration. Appendices includes: Sample Mission Statement, Sample Constitution and Bylaws, Strategic Plan Checklist, Excerpts from the Greater Allen Emplyee Manual, Sample Event Budget, Sample Church Budget, Recommended Resources.

REAL DEAL, THE: A SPIRITUAL GUIDE FOR BLACK TEEN GIRLS

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 08:40:07 -0700

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Author: Cook, Billie Montgomery

Navigating life can be a challenge for any teenager, but some issues and struggles are unique to African American teens. This book offers some real life guidance that many African American teen girls need. Billie Montgomery Cook addresses a wide range of topics--including body image, self-esteem, sexuality, friendship--that are of particular importance to teens.

WOMEN OF COLOR PRAY: VOICES OF STRENGTH, FAITH, HEALING, HOPE AND COURAGE

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 08:33:40 -0700

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Author: Edited and with introductions by Christal M. Jackson

This collection of prayers will take readers on an enchanting journey into the spiritual walk of women of color from China, Brazil, Africa, North America, and elsewhere around the world. Through these prayers, poetry, lyrics, meditations, and affirmations, the reader will share in the strong and undeniable connection women of color share with God. Evoking intrigue, sadness, holiness, and jubilation, readers become acquainted with the beauty of existence and the complexity of the experiences of women of color. This book will challenge readers’ preconceived ideas about prayer.

PROBITY JONES AND THE FEAR NOT ANGEL

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 08:28:47 -0700

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Author: Wangerin, Walter Jr.; Illustrated by Tim Ladwig

This is a magical tale of a young girl, and angel, and the very first Christmas pageant. It was Christmas Eve. Probity herself was to be the Fear Not Angel, the best part she ever had in her life. But Probity Jones was sick. Probity falls asleep as her family goes to the pageant at the church. Suddenly a knock is heard at the door. When she opens the door she sees an angel, the Fear Not Angel. And the angel takes Probity in her wings and whisks her through space and time to the first Christmas with the shepherds and angels. In fact, Probity being with the Fear Not Angel spoke the very words to the shepherds that the angel said: "Fear not. Behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord."