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{"id":2439755661412,"title":"Blended A Call to Reimagine Our Church Family: Rethinking how we can be church together","handle":"blended-a-call-to-reimagine-our-church-family-rethinking-how-we-can-be-church-together","description":"\u003cp\u003eChurch as we know it is changing... with conversations and initiatives bubbling up around how our churches can be truly intergenerational, functioning in close and loving community as the body of Christ. Eleanor Bird speaks into the debate with a challenge to rethink our work with all ages from the ground up, offering practical observations drawn from her experience of developing children's and youth ministry in a local church context, together with a biblically based framework for how this thinking can be taken forward in your church.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eEleanor Bird is Head of Children and Youth Ministry at St Chad's Romiley in Greater Manchester, overseeing all ministries with two to 19-year-olds. She has been involved in children's work leadership since she was twelve and in full-time ministry since the age of 21, leading children's venues for New Wine and workshops and seminars for leaders across the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/h5\u003e\nIn order for us to see nations changed, we need to see the full body of Christ rise up together across all ages, to walk and minister shoulder to shoulder. Blended invites us to see that it is not only necessary, but possible. No matter what size community or denomination we belong to, this book gives us ways of seeing and doing church together with a new heart that will reap great rewards for the kingdom.\r\nRachel Turner, author and speaker\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\nEleanor Bird is Head of Children and Youth Ministry at St Chad's Romiley in Greater Manchester, overseeing all ministries with two to 19-year-olds. She has been involved in children's work leadership since she was twelve and in full-time ministry since the age of 21, leading children's venues for New Wine and workshops and seminars for leaders across the UK\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethodist Recorder 13 May 2016\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; text-align: left;\"\u003eHERE'S another of those paperbacks whose title alone makes you believe it might provide the answer to all the challenges facing the life of your local church. \u003cem\u003eBlended - A Call to Reimagine our Church Family\u003c\/em\u003e by Eleanor Bird (brf, 8.99), subtitled 'Rethinking how we can be church together', is about investigating a 'new way of being God's family'. And in the ensuing 14 chapters there is much to give church leaders a lot of food for thought. When you realise that the author is 'head of children and youth ministry' at a thriving Anglican church in Romiley, Greater Manchester, overseeing all ministries with two- to 19-year-olds, you have a good idea of what it is all about. In fact, this book could be the answer to your prayers!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohn Singleton\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Well magazine. The Methodist Church Summer 2016\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eBlended\u003c\/em\u003e, Eleanor Bird invites us to reimagine a new way of being Church together: a Church that no longer divides by age lines but instead embraces being a community of different generations. For too long, she says, Christian communities have been separated; children, youth and adults each following their own programmes. Her vision is one where the lines drawn between these groups become blurred; rubbed away to become a more unified and connected body of believers.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe focus of Bird's book is the times when church communities gather for worship. Her philosophy is built on four key values: \u003cbr\u003e not calling Church 'work; '\u003cbr\u003e giving everyone in church equal influence; \u003cbr\u003e training when apart, for the times we gather as Church; \u003cbr\u003e making the most of the times we gather to experiment and explain what's happening.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThese building blocks underpin all that Church is and does. They serve to create a community that thrives in worship, both when together and apart. So the times when groups pursue their own programme are seen as vital opportunities to prepare and develop understanding for when all gather together. 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She has been involved in children's work leadership since she was twelve and in full-time ministry since the age of 21, leading children's venues for New Wine and workshops and seminars for leaders across the UK\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethodist Recorder 13 May 2016\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; text-align: left;\"\u003eHERE'S another of those paperbacks whose title alone makes you believe it might provide the answer to all the challenges facing the life of your local church. \u003cem\u003eBlended - A Call to Reimagine our Church Family\u003c\/em\u003e by Eleanor Bird (brf, 8.99), subtitled 'Rethinking how we can be church together', is about investigating a 'new way of being God's family'. And in the ensuing 14 chapters there is much to give church leaders a lot of food for thought. When you realise that the author is 'head of children and youth ministry' at a thriving Anglican church in Romiley, Greater Manchester, overseeing all ministries with two- to 19-year-olds, you have a good idea of what it is all about. In fact, this book could be the answer to your prayers!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohn Singleton\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Well magazine. The Methodist Church Summer 2016\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eBlended\u003c\/em\u003e, Eleanor Bird invites us to reimagine a new way of being Church together: a Church that no longer divides by age lines but instead embraces being a community of different generations. For too long, she says, Christian communities have been separated; children, youth and adults each following their own programmes. Her vision is one where the lines drawn between these groups become blurred; rubbed away to become a more unified and connected body of believers.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe focus of Bird's book is the times when church communities gather for worship. Her philosophy is built on four key values: \u003cbr\u003e not calling Church 'work; '\u003cbr\u003e giving everyone in church equal influence; \u003cbr\u003e training when apart, for the times we gather as Church; \u003cbr\u003e making the most of the times we gather to experiment and explain what's happening.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThese building blocks underpin all that Church is and does. They serve to create a community that thrives in worship, both when together and apart. So the times when groups pursue their own programme are seen as vital opportunities to prepare and develop understanding for when all gather together. She advocates a model in which style and content are gradually merged, helping worship times become increasingly seamless.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis emphasis on worship (in the narrow sense of sung worship and teaching) is central in developing a more cohesive church community. Bird makes the case for church to embrace its whole spectrum of family, yet the question remains what form this may take beyond Sunday services. What the features of a blended church might be outside of these times is the next natural field to explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eBird's personal testimony and experience are threads throughout the book, this adds an authentic dimension when she recounts how her own faith and understanding developed. 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Whether you're familiar with Celtic Christianity or it's never crossed your path, if you're a seeker of wisdom, peace and a fresh approach to seasonal contemplation, this book will be your constant companion through Advent. An inspirational read. Buy it, read it, and I'm sure you'll have a more peaceful Christmas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Paul Kerensa, writer and comedian \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful book is clear. It is holy. It begins with the concept of Advent and ends with the celebration of Christmas. In between it spends three ten day periods exploring Christ's first coming, his present coming into our lives and his future coming. If you pay attention to each day's reflections you will become part of a life-changing Advent adventure and Christmas will become part of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Ray Simpson, Founding Guardian of the international Community of Aidan and Hilda \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDavid Cole has provided us with a thoughtful and enlivening guide book as we make our way through the season of Advent.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Michael Mitton, author of 'Restoring the Woven Cord' and 'Seasoned by Seasons'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreviously a full-time church minister, David Cole is an international spiritual teacher and retreat leader, an award-winning author and the Deputy Guardian for the Community of Aidan and Hilda. He is also the founder of Waymark Ministries, which creates opportunities for people to engage with the Christian message. He has written \u003ca href=\"\/products\/40-days-with-the-celtic-saints-devotional-readings-for-a-time-of-preparation\" title=\"40 Day with the Celtic Saints\"\u003e40 Days with the Celtic Saints\u003c\/a\u003e (BRF, 2017).\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2019-02-20T10:50:38+00:00","created_at":"2019-02-20T10:51:42+00:00","vendor":"David Cole","type":"Paperback","tags":["Advent","Kindle","Torch Trust"],"price":899,"price_min":899,"price_max":899,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":24422212665444,"title":"Paperback","option1":"Paperback","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780857467447","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Celtic Advent: 40 days of devotions to Christmas - Paperback","public_title":"Paperback","options":["Paperback"],"price":899,"weight":167,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"9780857467447"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857467447-l.jpg?v=1550659913"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857467447-l.jpg?v=1550659913","options":["Format"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":3259438858379,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.655,"height":650,"width":426,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857467447-l.jpg?v=1570102191"},"aspect_ratio":0.655,"height":650,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857467447-l.jpg?v=1570102191","width":426}],"content":"\u003cp\u003eThis inspirational book takes the reader through Advent to the celebration of Christmas through the eyes and beliefs of Celtic Christianity. Starting in November and reflecting on Jesus' coming at his birth as well as into our lives by the Holy Spirit and at the world's end, the author offers a unique approach to the season to help you gain a new sense of wonder in the birth of Jesus, the Saviour of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your pre-Christmas season has become too hectic (and whose isn't?), this book is a must. A brilliant tool to help us rediscover Advent, to reflect daily, personally, spiritually, and to learn abundantly from a truly inspired and dedicated author. Whether you're familiar with Celtic Christianity or it's never crossed your path, if you're a seeker of wisdom, peace and a fresh approach to seasonal contemplation, this book will be your constant companion through Advent. An inspirational read. Buy it, read it, and I'm sure you'll have a more peaceful Christmas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Paul Kerensa, writer and comedian \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful book is clear. It is holy. It begins with the concept of Advent and ends with the celebration of Christmas. In between it spends three ten day periods exploring Christ's first coming, his present coming into our lives and his future coming. If you pay attention to each day's reflections you will become part of a life-changing Advent adventure and Christmas will become part of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Ray Simpson, Founding Guardian of the international Community of Aidan and Hilda \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDavid Cole has provided us with a thoughtful and enlivening guide book as we make our way through the season of Advent.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Michael Mitton, author of 'Restoring the Woven Cord' and 'Seasoned by Seasons'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreviously a full-time church minister, David Cole is an international spiritual teacher and retreat leader, an award-winning author and the Deputy Guardian for the Community of Aidan and Hilda. He is also the founder of Waymark Ministries, which creates opportunities for people to engage with the Christian message. 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At heart he has the spiritual well-being of the reader to mind as we are encouraged to pray, to look and perceive the spiritual with new eyes and so resource our pilgrimage. Your search and yearning for God will be deepened and enlarged through David's work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Revd Canon Professor James Woodward, Principal Sarum College, Salisbury\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful book leads us beyond the tired platitudes of a faded Christendom. It brings insights that are whole and rooted, yet are fresh and relevant to life's journey.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRay Simpson, Founding Guardian of the international Community of Aidan and Hilda\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreviously a full-time church minister, David Cole is an international spiritual teacher and retreat leader, an award-winning author and the Deputy Guardian for the Community of Aidan and Hilda. He is also the founder of Waymark Ministries, which creates opportunities for people to engage with the Christian message. He has written \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brfonline.org.uk\/products\/40-days-with-the-celtic-saints-devotional-readings-for-a-time-of-preparation\"\u003e40 Days with the Celtic Saints\u003c\/a\u003e (BRF, 2017).\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2019-01-18T15:24:30+00:00","created_at":"2019-01-18T15:24:32+00:00","vendor":"David Cole","type":"Paperback","tags":["Kindle","Lent","Nov-18","Torch Trust"],"price":899,"price_min":899,"price_max":899,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":21769931587684,"title":"Paperback","option1":"Paperback","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780857466372","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Celtic Lent: 40 days of devotions to Easter - Paperback","public_title":"Paperback","options":["Paperback"],"price":899,"weight":182,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"9780857466372"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857466372-l.jpg?v=1549043128"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857466372-l.jpg?v=1549043128","options":["Format"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":3238880608395,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.655,"height":650,"width":426,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857466372-l.jpg?v=1570098004"},"aspect_ratio":0.655,"height":650,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857466372-l.jpg?v=1570098004","width":426}],"content":"\u003cp\u003eThis inspirational book takes the reader through the 40 days of Lent to the celebration of Easter through the eyes and beliefs of Celtic Christianity. 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A corresponding biblical text and blessing encourages and motivates us to transform our lives for today’s world in the light of such historic faith.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePreviously published as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brfonline.org.uk\/products\/40-days-with-the-celtic-saints-devotional-readings-for-a-time-of-preparation\"\u003e40 Days with the Celtic Saints\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor Information\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreviously a full-time church minister, David Cole is an international spiritual teacher and retreat leader, an award-winning author and the Deputy Guardian for the Community of Aidan and Hilda. He is also the founder of Waymark Ministries, which creates opportunities for people to engage with the Christian message. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eReviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviewed by Richard Frost, April 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDavid Cole’s excellent book considers the lives of 40 saints and how the Celtic Christians observed three ‘Lenten’ periods in a year. Each lasting 40 days, these periods of devotion and spiritual preparation were Advent, Lent and a third spell following Pentecost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have to admit that I had not heard of this third period of 40 days nor, indeed, of three-quarters of the saints David Cole includes. So, from the start this book provides an educational perspective and not just a spiritual one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eListed in alphabetical order, from Adamnan to Wilfrid, each day’s entry comprises a helpful biography of the saint in question (which is also short enough to be consumed easily). There is a daily meditation on some aspect of the saint’s life or teaching – and, reflecting the rhythm of Celtic spirituality, each entry uses the same words to invite the reader to become more aware of God’s presence and provides thoughts to ponder upon. There is also a daily Bible reading and a prayer. This rhythmic structure of each daily reading contains a helpful balance of information, inspiration and iteration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way the book is structured also enables it to be read in different ways. One could use it as a straight, familiar, one reading a day for 40 days. 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{"id":2439785054308,"title":"Christmas through the Keyhole: Luke's glimpses of Advent","handle":"christmas-through-the-keyhole-lukes-glimpses-of-advent","description":"\u003cp\u003eSoaked in the older scriptures of the Jewish people, the songs Luke records in his inspired Gospel - the songs of Mary, Zechariah, Simeon and the angels at Bethlehem - reveal the wonderful truth that 'in the town of David a Saviour has been born to us'. Their words are often those of the Old Testament; their style one of passionate and reverent worship. Their tone is one of humility, yet their rhythm indicates confident praise.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAcclaimed writer and conference speaker Derek Tidball leads us through these songs, demonstrating the gracious purposes of God that they celebrate in the birth of Jesus Christ. Christmas through the Keyhole is sure to turn Advent into a time of gratitude and worship as we think through these songs afresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eContents\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eJesus - the hope of the needy\u003c\/strong\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 December: Daughter of grace\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e4 December: Warrior God\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e5 December: Holy God\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e6 December: Merciful God\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e7 December: Searching God\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e8 December: Revolutionary God\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e9 December: Faithful God\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eJesus - the redeemer of the world\u003c\/strong\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 December: Inspired song\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e11 December: Servant king\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e12 December: Promising prophets\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e13 December: Sacred covenant\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e14 December: Willing servants\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e15 December: Pioneering prophet\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e16 December: Radical salvation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e17 December: Spreading light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eJesus - the joy of the earth\u003c\/strong\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18 December: Angels\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e19 December: Glory\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e20 December: Heaven\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e21 December: Earth\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e22 December: Peace\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e23 December: Favour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eJesus - the light of the nations\u003c\/strong\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 December: Longing for salvation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e25 December: The arrival of salvation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e26 December: Witness to salvation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e27 December: The transparency of salvation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e28 December: The scope of salvation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e29 December: The cost of salvation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e30 December: Confirmation of salvation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eJesus - the splendour of the creation\u003c\/strong\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e31 December: In the beginning\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e1 January: The embodied Word\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e2 January: Firstborn of all creation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e3 January: The pre-eminent one\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e4 January: God has spoken\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e5 January: The radiance of God's glory\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e6 January: Worship Jesus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\nDerek Tidball is a Baptist pastor. He was formerly the Principal of London Bible College (now London School of Theology), the President of the Baptist Union of Great Britain and the Chair of the Evangelical Alliance Council. He is a prolific writer and a speaker in demand around the world.\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n","published_at":"2019-01-18T15:22:50+00:00","created_at":"2019-01-18T15:22:51+00:00","vendor":"Derek Tidball","type":"Paperback","tags":["Advent","Kindle","Sep-17"],"price":699,"price_min":699,"price_max":699,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":21769561178212,"title":"Paperback","option1":"Paperback","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780857465207","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Christmas through the Keyhole: Luke's glimpses of Advent - Paperback","public_title":"Paperback","options":["Paperback"],"price":699,"weight":150,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"9780857465207"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465207-l.jpg?v=1549043147"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465207-l.jpg?v=1549043147","options":["Format"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":3238878707851,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.657,"height":650,"width":427,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465207-l.jpg?v=1570098004"},"aspect_ratio":0.657,"height":650,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465207-l.jpg?v=1570098004","width":427}],"content":"\u003cp\u003eSoaked in the older scriptures of the Jewish people, the songs Luke records in his inspired Gospel - the songs of Mary, Zechariah, Simeon and the angels at Bethlehem - reveal the wonderful truth that 'in the town of David a Saviour has been born to us'. Their words are often those of the Old Testament; their style one of passionate and reverent worship. Their tone is one of humility, yet their rhythm indicates confident praise.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAcclaimed writer and conference speaker Derek Tidball leads us through these songs, demonstrating the gracious purposes of God that they celebrate in the birth of Jesus Christ. Christmas through the Keyhole is sure to turn Advent into a time of gratitude and worship as we think through these songs afresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eContents\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eJesus - the hope of the needy\u003c\/strong\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 December: Daughter of grace\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e4 December: Warrior God\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e5 December: Holy God\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e6 December: Merciful God\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e7 December: Searching God\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e8 December: Revolutionary God\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e9 December: Faithful God\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eJesus - the redeemer of the world\u003c\/strong\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 December: Inspired song\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e11 December: Servant king\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e12 December: Promising prophets\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e13 December: Sacred covenant\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e14 December: Willing servants\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e15 December: Pioneering prophet\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e16 December: Radical salvation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e17 December: Spreading light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eJesus - the joy of the earth\u003c\/strong\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18 December: Angels\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e19 December: Glory\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e20 December: Heaven\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e21 December: Earth\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e22 December: Peace\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e23 December: Favour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eJesus - the light of the nations\u003c\/strong\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 December: Longing for salvation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e25 December: The arrival of salvation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e26 December: Witness to salvation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e27 December: The transparency of salvation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e28 December: The scope of salvation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e29 December: The cost of salvation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e30 December: Confirmation of salvation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eJesus - the splendour of the creation\u003c\/strong\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e31 December: In the beginning\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e1 January: The embodied Word\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e2 January: Firstborn of all creation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e3 January: The pre-eminent one\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e4 January: God has spoken\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e5 January: The radiance of God's glory\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e6 January: Worship Jesus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\nDerek Tidball is a Baptist pastor. He was formerly the Principal of London Bible College (now London School of Theology), the President of the Baptist Union of Great Britain and the Chair of the Evangelical Alliance Council. He is a prolific writer and a speaker in demand around the world.\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n"}
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{"id":2439789969508,"title":"Church from the Inside: Welcome, news sheets, magazines and stories","handle":"church-from-the-inside-welcome-news-sheets-magazines-and-stories","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn essential guide to effective church communications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining missional vision with practical advice, this resource provides practical ideas so that people are warmly welcomed with clear and relevant communication. Ideal for church teams who want to reach their communities effectively, and a perfect gift for church leaders and volunteers who are short on time but need fast relevant advice. Whether you're looking for a crash course, a brief refresher or a reference toolkit, you'll find what you need. Advice you can read and apply, from people you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eContents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n1. Why it matters\u003cbr\u003e 2. What to consider first\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is our current reality?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is our core message?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWho is our focus?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre we communicating a cohesive, consistent, credible identity?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre our expectations realistic and shared?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n3. Essential next steps\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose your tool - 15 in detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose your look\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan your year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan your content\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind your team\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. Toolkit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso in this series:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Church Online: social media\" href=\"\/9780857465573\/\"\u003eChurch Online: social media\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Church Online: websites\" href=\"\/9780857465528\"\u003eChurch Online: websites\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Church from the Outside\" href=\"\/9780857465535\"\u003eChurch from the Outside\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn essential resource for all church leaders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Jo Swinney, Editor, 'Preach' magazine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaura Treneer is Innovation Director for Christian Publishing and Outreach, who are passionate about church communication and the importance it holds for mission in the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Reader (Spring 2018). Review by Christine McMullen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese four, bright pocket-sized booklets explore the concept that it is God who communicates with the world, and each volume aims to equip us to take part in that task from a different perspective. 'Church from the Outside' looks at displays, noticeboards, invitations and PR. 'Church from the Inside' looks at welcome, news-sheets, magazines and stories. 'Church Online: Websites and 'Church Online: Social Media' consider exactly what their titles say.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach volume is divided into four sections - why it matters; what to consider first; essential next steps; and toolkit. Each has a theological basis for reaching out in the four different ways and each is full of good missional ideas about why and how we need to reach out. There is a wealth of practical ideas, sensible professional advice about how to do it, pitfalls to avoid, tips on how to persuade reluctant church members to move with the times, and constant reminders that mission should be on every church agenda. I found reading the greyish print visually difficult, but intellectually thought-provoking. The target audience is, however, unclear. Is it the vicar before she hands it to someone else more suitable? Or are they meant to lie pointedly around until someone with skill or conscience runs with the suggestions? Whatever happens, they are well worth reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Christine McMullen\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvangelicals Now, review by Simon Oliver, member of East London Tabernacle and Head of Marketing for 'en'.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese four little books - under 100 pages each and designed to help with all aspects of church communications - promise much and deliver quite a lot, actually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach book discusses one of four different elements of communicating with the outside world: church from the inside, church from the outside, the web, and social media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the author discusses why each factor is important and the shortcomings most churches experience. She then moves on to offer new ways of thinking and gives some practical advice for improving the quality of how we make ourselves known to the people around us. Consequently, Laura Treneer offers some genuinely insightful observations and very helpful practical steps that challenged my thinking. I'm sure it would be a great help to many a church wondering how they could better use their resources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Simon Oliver\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview by Adrian Smith, Communications Officer, Diocese of Lincoln\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart of a series of publications designed to assist parishes in realising effective communication, these informative, pocket-sized guides come very reasonably priced (GBP3.99) and are described as being for those seeking a 'crash course, a brief refresher or a reference toolkit' in the area of church websites and social media (and also communications inside and outside the church building).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach title follows a pattern that offers chapters on 'Why it matters', 'What to consider first,' 'Essential first steps' and 'Toolkit' (further advice and sources of helpful information), and the text is warm, helpful, engaging and often-thought-provoking. For example, the title that exploring church websites makes the following point: 'If you want to attract people who don't go to church, make sure you use the sort of language they might use when searching for a church -- for example, 'community group', 'family activities', 'relationship support', 'spiritual questions', 'why church is so important', even 'why church is so hard'. Uncomfortably, if you type into Google 'Why is the church so...' the next word it predicts is 'boring'. Why is church so boring? Does is need to be? Should it be? Good question!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe challenge is to address and change this perception, and these titles can help churches establish or develop an online presence that will demonstrate something of their breadth of services, activities and events, and, crucially, extend a warm invitation to come and see and share in what God is doing. We know that time and resources for such endeavours can often be in short supply, but time invested in the reading of these short, informative and jargon-free books will be time that is very well spent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Adrian Smith, Communications Officer, Diocese of Lincoln\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiocese of Oxford E-news letter - 11 January 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are hoping to update your church website in 2017 or move into social media, \u003ca title=\"Church Online: websites\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brfonline.org.uk\/9780857465528\/\"\u003eChurch Online: websites\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca title=\"Church Online: social media\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brfonline.org.uk\/9780857465573\/\"\u003eChurch Online: social media\u003c\/a\u003e will provide all the tips you need. Ideal resources for churches who wish to reach their communities effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiocese of Oxford E-news letter - 11 January 2017\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2019-01-18T15:23:12+00:00","created_at":"2019-01-18T15:23:13+00:00","vendor":"Laura Treneer","type":"Paperback","tags":["Church life","Jul-17"],"price":399,"price_min":399,"price_max":399,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":21769617473636,"title":"Paperback","option1":"Paperback","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780857465542","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Church from the Inside: Welcome, news sheets, magazines and stories - Paperback","public_title":"Paperback","options":["Paperback"],"price":399,"weight":106,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"9780857465542"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465542-l.jpg?v=1549043142"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465542-l.jpg?v=1549043142","options":["Format"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":3238879199371,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.709,"height":650,"width":461,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465542-l.jpg?v=1570098004"},"aspect_ratio":0.709,"height":650,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465542-l.jpg?v=1570098004","width":461}],"content":"\u003cp\u003eAn essential guide to effective church communications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining missional vision with practical advice, this resource provides practical ideas so that people are warmly welcomed with clear and relevant communication. Ideal for church teams who want to reach their communities effectively, and a perfect gift for church leaders and volunteers who are short on time but need fast relevant advice. Whether you're looking for a crash course, a brief refresher or a reference toolkit, you'll find what you need. Advice you can read and apply, from people you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eContents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n1. Why it matters\u003cbr\u003e 2. What to consider first\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is our current reality?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is our core message?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWho is our focus?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre we communicating a cohesive, consistent, credible identity?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre our expectations realistic and shared?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n3. Essential next steps\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose your tool - 15 in detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose your look\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan your year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan your content\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind your team\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. Toolkit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso in this series:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Church Online: social media\" href=\"\/9780857465573\/\"\u003eChurch Online: social media\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Church Online: websites\" href=\"\/9780857465528\"\u003eChurch Online: websites\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Church from the Outside\" href=\"\/9780857465535\"\u003eChurch from the Outside\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn essential resource for all church leaders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Jo Swinney, Editor, 'Preach' magazine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaura Treneer is Innovation Director for Christian Publishing and Outreach, who are passionate about church communication and the importance it holds for mission in the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Reader (Spring 2018). 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Advice you can read and apply, from people you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso in this series:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Church Online: social media\" href=\"https:\/\/brfonline.myshopify.com\/9780857465573\/\"\u003eChurch Online: social media\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Church Online: websites\" href=\"https:\/\/brfonline.myshopify.com\/9780857465528\"\u003eChurch Online: websites\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Church from the Inside\" href=\"https:\/\/brfonline.myshopify.com\/9780857465542\"\u003eChurch from the Inside\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eContents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n1. Why it matters\u003cbr\u003e 2. 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{"id":2439790362724,"title":"Church Online: social media","handle":"church-online-social-media","description":"\u003cp\u003eCombining missional vision with practical advice, this resource gives you the tools and checklists to consider your approach to social media as a church. Ideal for church teams who want to reach their communities effectively, and a perfect gift for church leaders and volunteers who are short on time but need fast relevant advice. Whether you're looking for a crash course, a brief refresher or a reference toolkit, you'll find what you need. Advice you can read and apply, from people you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\nAlso in this series:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Church Online: websites\" href=\"\/9780857465528\/\"\u003eChurch Online: websites\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Church from the Inside\" href=\"\/9780857465542\"\u003eChurch from the Inside\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Church from the Outside\" href=\"\/9780857465535\"\u003eChurch from the Outside\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe question is 'Can your church afford not to have a decent website and a social media presence?' The answer is that it's a no-brainer. Want to know how and to think through the issues? These booklets are a great resource to help you take the first steps. Highly recommended and essential reading.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Pete Broadbent, Bishop of Willesden and Deputy Bishop of London \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalanced, supportive, encouraging, practical, with an emphasis on the online\/offline mix. A total thumbs up!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Dr Bex Lewis, Senior Lecturer in Digital Marketing, Manchester Metropolitan University and author of Raising Children in a Digital Age \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn essential resource for all church leaders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Jo Swinney, Editor, 'Preach' magazine \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWebsites and social media can be so intimidating. So much so that churches might not know where to begin. But to be effective communicators in today's world churches need an online presence. Just as shoppers browse before they buy, people explore the online presence of a church before they put a foot in the door. These straightforward guides from CPO are written for beginners and those more experienced, making it easy to take the first vital steps into the digital realm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Catherine Butcher, Head of Communications for HOPE, and author of The Servant Queen and the King she serves \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaura Treneer is Innovation Director for Christian Publishing and Outreach, who are passionate about church communication and the importance it holds for mission in the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Reader (Spring 2018). Review by Christine McMullen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese four, bright pocket-sized booklets explore the concept that it is God who communicates with the world, and each volume aims to equip us to take part in that task from a different perspective. 'Church from the Outside' looks at displays, noticeboards, invitations and PR. 'Church from the Inside' looks at welcome, news-sheets, magazines and stories. 'Church Online: Websites and 'Church Online: Social Media' consider exactly what their titles say.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach volume is divided into four sections - why it matters; what to consider first; essential next steps; and toolkit. Each has a theological basis for reaching out in the four different ways and each is full of good missional ideas about why and how we need to reach out. There is a wealth of practical ideas, sensible professional advice about how to do it, pitfalls to avoid, tips on how to persuade reluctant church members to move with the times, and constant reminders that mission should be on every church agenda. I found reading the greyish print visually difficult, but intellectually thought-provoking. The target audience is, however, unclear. Is it the vicar before she hands it to someone else more suitable? Or are they meant to lie pointedly around until someone with skill or conscience runs with the suggestions? Whatever happens, they are well worth reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Christine McMullen\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvangelicals Now, review by Simon Oliver, member of East London Tabernacle and Head of Marketing for 'en'.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese four little books - under 100 pages each and designed to help with all aspects of church communications - promise much and deliver quite a lot, actually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach book discusses one of four different elements of communicating with the outside world: church from the inside, church from the outside, the web, and social media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the author discusses why each factor is important and the shortcomings most churches experience. She then moves on to offer new ways of thinking and gives some practical advice for improving the quality of how we make ourselves known to the people around us. Consequently, Laura Treneer offers some genuinely insightful observations and very helpful practical steps that challenged my thinking. I'm sure it would be a great help to many a church wondering how they could better use their resources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Simon Oliver\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview by Adrian Smith, Communications Officer, Diocese of Lincoln\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart of a series of publications designed to assist parishes in realising effective communication, these informative, pocket-sized guides come very reasonably priced (GBP3.99) and are described as being for those seeking a 'crash course, a brief refresher or a reference toolkit' in the area of church websites and social media (and also communications inside and outside the church building).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach title follows a pattern that offers chapters on 'Why it matters', 'What to consider first,' 'Essential first steps' and 'Toolkit' (further advice and sources of helpful information), and the text is warm, helpful, engaging and often-thought-provoking. For example, the title that exploring church websites makes the following point: 'If you want to attract people who don't go to church, make sure you use the sort of language they might use when searching for a church -- for example, 'community group', 'family activities', 'relationship support', 'spiritual questions', 'why church is so important', even 'why church is so hard'. Uncomfortably, if you type into Google 'Why is the church so...' the next word it predicts is 'boring'. Why is church so boring? Does is need to be? Should it be? Good question!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe challenge is to address and change this perception, and these titles can help churches establish or develop an online presence that will demonstrate something of their breadth of services, activities and events, and, crucially, extend a warm invitation to come and see and share in what God is doing. We know that time and resources for such endeavours can often be in short supply, but time invested in the reading of these short, informative and jargon-free books will be time that is very well spent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Adrian Smith, Communications Officer, Diocese of Lincoln\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiocese of Oxford E-news letter - 11 January 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are hoping to update your church website in 2017 or move into social media, \u003ca title=\"Church Online: websites\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brfonline.org.uk\/9780857465528\/\"\u003eChurch Online: websites\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca title=\"Church Online: social media\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brfonline.org.uk\/9780857465573\/\"\u003eChurch Online: social media\u003c\/a\u003e will provide all the tips you need. Ideal resources for churches who wish to reach their communities effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiocese of Oxford E-news letter - 11 January 2017\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2019-01-18T15:23:14+00:00","created_at":"2019-01-18T15:23:15+00:00","vendor":"Laura Treneer","type":"Paperback","tags":["Church life","Jan-17"],"price":399,"price_min":399,"price_max":399,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":21769624911972,"title":"Paperback","option1":"Paperback","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780857465573","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Church Online: social media - Paperback","public_title":"Paperback","options":["Paperback"],"price":399,"weight":105,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"9780857465573"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465573-l.jpg?v=1549043142"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465573-l.jpg?v=1549043142","options":["Format"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":3238879232139,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.709,"height":650,"width":461,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465573-l.jpg?v=1570098004"},"aspect_ratio":0.709,"height":650,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465573-l.jpg?v=1570098004","width":461}],"content":"\u003cp\u003eCombining missional vision with practical advice, this resource gives you the tools and checklists to consider your approach to social media as a church. Ideal for church teams who want to reach their communities effectively, and a perfect gift for church leaders and volunteers who are short on time but need fast relevant advice. Whether you're looking for a crash course, a brief refresher or a reference toolkit, you'll find what you need. Advice you can read and apply, from people you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\nAlso in this series:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Church Online: websites\" href=\"\/9780857465528\/\"\u003eChurch Online: websites\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Church from the Inside\" href=\"\/9780857465542\"\u003eChurch from the Inside\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Church from the Outside\" href=\"\/9780857465535\"\u003eChurch from the Outside\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe question is 'Can your church afford not to have a decent website and a social media presence?' The answer is that it's a no-brainer. Want to know how and to think through the issues? These booklets are a great resource to help you take the first steps. Highly recommended and essential reading.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Pete Broadbent, Bishop of Willesden and Deputy Bishop of London \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalanced, supportive, encouraging, practical, with an emphasis on the online\/offline mix. A total thumbs up!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Dr Bex Lewis, Senior Lecturer in Digital Marketing, Manchester Metropolitan University and author of Raising Children in a Digital Age \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn essential resource for all church leaders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Jo Swinney, Editor, 'Preach' magazine \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWebsites and social media can be so intimidating. So much so that churches might not know where to begin. But to be effective communicators in today's world churches need an online presence. Just as shoppers browse before they buy, people explore the online presence of a church before they put a foot in the door. These straightforward guides from CPO are written for beginners and those more experienced, making it easy to take the first vital steps into the digital realm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Catherine Butcher, Head of Communications for HOPE, and author of The Servant Queen and the King she serves \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaura Treneer is Innovation Director for Christian Publishing and Outreach, who are passionate about church communication and the importance it holds for mission in the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Reader (Spring 2018). Review by Christine McMullen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese four, bright pocket-sized booklets explore the concept that it is God who communicates with the world, and each volume aims to equip us to take part in that task from a different perspective. 'Church from the Outside' looks at displays, noticeboards, invitations and PR. 'Church from the Inside' looks at welcome, news-sheets, magazines and stories. 'Church Online: Websites and 'Church Online: Social Media' consider exactly what their titles say.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach volume is divided into four sections - why it matters; what to consider first; essential next steps; and toolkit. Each has a theological basis for reaching out in the four different ways and each is full of good missional ideas about why and how we need to reach out. There is a wealth of practical ideas, sensible professional advice about how to do it, pitfalls to avoid, tips on how to persuade reluctant church members to move with the times, and constant reminders that mission should be on every church agenda. I found reading the greyish print visually difficult, but intellectually thought-provoking. The target audience is, however, unclear. Is it the vicar before she hands it to someone else more suitable? Or are they meant to lie pointedly around until someone with skill or conscience runs with the suggestions? Whatever happens, they are well worth reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Christine McMullen\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvangelicals Now, review by Simon Oliver, member of East London Tabernacle and Head of Marketing for 'en'.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese four little books - under 100 pages each and designed to help with all aspects of church communications - promise much and deliver quite a lot, actually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach book discusses one of four different elements of communicating with the outside world: church from the inside, church from the outside, the web, and social media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the author discusses why each factor is important and the shortcomings most churches experience. She then moves on to offer new ways of thinking and gives some practical advice for improving the quality of how we make ourselves known to the people around us. Consequently, Laura Treneer offers some genuinely insightful observations and very helpful practical steps that challenged my thinking. I'm sure it would be a great help to many a church wondering how they could better use their resources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Simon Oliver\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview by Adrian Smith, Communications Officer, Diocese of Lincoln\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart of a series of publications designed to assist parishes in realising effective communication, these informative, pocket-sized guides come very reasonably priced (GBP3.99) and are described as being for those seeking a 'crash course, a brief refresher or a reference toolkit' in the area of church websites and social media (and also communications inside and outside the church building).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach title follows a pattern that offers chapters on 'Why it matters', 'What to consider first,' 'Essential first steps' and 'Toolkit' (further advice and sources of helpful information), and the text is warm, helpful, engaging and often-thought-provoking. For example, the title that exploring church websites makes the following point: 'If you want to attract people who don't go to church, make sure you use the sort of language they might use when searching for a church -- for example, 'community group', 'family activities', 'relationship support', 'spiritual questions', 'why church is so important', even 'why church is so hard'. Uncomfortably, if you type into Google 'Why is the church so...' the next word it predicts is 'boring'. Why is church so boring? Does is need to be? Should it be? Good question!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe challenge is to address and change this perception, and these titles can help churches establish or develop an online presence that will demonstrate something of their breadth of services, activities and events, and, crucially, extend a warm invitation to come and see and share in what God is doing. We know that time and resources for such endeavours can often be in short supply, but time invested in the reading of these short, informative and jargon-free books will be time that is very well spent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Adrian Smith, Communications Officer, Diocese of Lincoln\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiocese of Oxford E-news letter - 11 January 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are hoping to update your church website in 2017 or move into social media, \u003ca title=\"Church Online: websites\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brfonline.org.uk\/9780857465528\/\"\u003eChurch Online: websites\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca title=\"Church Online: social media\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brfonline.org.uk\/9780857465573\/\"\u003eChurch Online: social media\u003c\/a\u003e will provide all the tips you need. Ideal resources for churches who wish to reach their communities effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiocese of Oxford E-news letter - 11 January 2017\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
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{"id":2439787380836,"title":"Church Online: websites","handle":"church-online-websites","description":"\u003cp\u003eCombining missional vision with practical advice, this resource gives you the tools you need to transform a church website, or create one for the first time. Ideal for church teams who want to reach their communities effectively, and a perfect gift for church leaders and volunteers who are short on time but need fast relevant advice. Whether you're looking for a crash course, a brief refresher or a reference toolkit, you'll find what you need. Advice you can read and apply, from people you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\nAlso in this series:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Church Online: social media\" href=\"\/9780857465573\/\"\u003eChurch Online: social media\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Church from the Inside\" href=\"\/9780857465542\"\u003eChurch from the Inside\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Church from the Outside\" href=\"\/9780857465535\"\u003eChurch from the Outside\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe question is 'Can your church afford not to have a decent website and a social media presence?' The answer is that it's a no-brainer. Want to know how and to think through the issues? These booklets are a great resource to help you take the first steps. Highly recommended and essential reading.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Pete Broadbent, Bishop of Willesden and Deputy Bishop of London \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalanced, supportive, encouraging, practical, with an emphasis on the online\/offline mix. A total thumbs up!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Dr Bex Lewis, Senior Lecturer in Digital Marketing, Manchester Metropolitan University and author of Raising Children in a Digital Age \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn essential resource for all church leaders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Jo Swinney, Editor, 'Preach' magazine \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWebsites and social media can be so intimidating. So much so that churches might not know where to begin. But to be effective communicators in today's world churches need an online presence. Just as shoppers browse before they buy, people explore the online presence of a church before they put a foot in the door. These straightforward guides from CPO are written for beginners and those more experienced, making it easy to take the first vital steps into the digital realm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Catherine Butcher, Head of Communications for HOPE, and author of The Servant Queen and the King she serves \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaura Treneer is Innovation Director for Christian Publishing and Outreach, who are passionate about church communication and the importance it holds for mission in the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Reader (Spring 2018). Review by Christine McMullen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese four, bright pocket-sized booklets explore the concept that it is God who communicates with the world, and each volume aims to equip us to take part in that task from a different perspective. 'Church from the Outside' looks at displays, noticeboards, invitations and PR. 'Church from the Inside' looks at welcome, news-sheets, magazines and stories. 'Church Online: Websites and 'Church Online: Social Media' consider exactly what their titles say.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach volume is divided into four sections - why it matters; what to consider first; essential next steps; and toolkit. Each has a theological basis for reaching out in the four different ways and each is full of good missional ideas about why and how we need to reach out. There is a wealth of practical ideas, sensible professional advice about how to do it, pitfalls to avoid, tips on how to persuade reluctant church members to move with the times, and constant reminders that mission should be on every church agenda. I found reading the greyish print visually difficult, but intellectually thought-provoking. The target audience is, however, unclear. Is it the vicar before she hands it to someone else more suitable? Or are they meant to lie pointedly around until someone with skill or conscience runs with the suggestions? Whatever happens, they are well worth reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Christine McMullen\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvangelicals Now, review by Simon Oliver, member of East London Tabernacle and Head of Marketing for 'en'.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese four little books - under 100 pages each and designed to help with all aspects of church communications - promise much and deliver quite a lot, actually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach book discusses one of four different elements of communicating with the outside world: church from the inside, church from the outside, the web, and social media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the author discusses why each factor is important and the shortcomings most churches experience. She then moves on to offer new ways of thinking and gives some practical advice for improving the quality of how we make ourselves known to the people around us. Consequently, Laura Treneer offers some genuinely insightful observations and very helpful practical steps that challenged my thinking. I'm sure it would be a great help to many a church wondering how they could better use their resources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Simon Oliver\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview by Adrian Smith, Communications Officer, Diocese of Lincoln\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart of a series of publications designed to assist parishes in realising effective communication, these informative, pocket-sized guides come very reasonably priced (GBP3.99) and are described as being for those seeking a 'crash course, a brief refresher or a reference toolkit' in the area of church websites and social media (and also communications inside and outside the church building).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach title follows a pattern that offers chapters on 'Why it matters', 'What to consider first,' 'Essential first steps' and 'Toolkit' (further advice and sources of helpful information), and the text is warm, helpful, engaging and often-thought-provoking. For example, the title that exploring church websites makes the following point: 'If you want to attract people who don't go to church, make sure you use the sort of language they might use when searching for a church -- for example, 'community group', 'family activities', 'relationship support', 'spiritual questions', 'why church is so important', even 'why church is so hard'. Uncomfortably, if you type into Google 'Why is the church so...' the next word it predicts is 'boring'. Why is church so boring? Does is need to be? Should it be? Good question!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe challenge is to address and change this perception, and these titles can help churches establish or develop an online presence that will demonstrate something of their breadth of services, activities and events, and, crucially, extend a warm invitation to come and see and share in what God is doing. We know that time and resources for such endeavours can often be in short supply, but time invested in the reading of these short, informative and jargon-free books will be time that is very well spent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Adrian Smith, Communications Officer, Diocese of Lincoln\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiocese of Oxford E-news letter - 11 January 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are hoping to update your church website in 2017 or move into social media, \u003ca title=\"Church Online: websites\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brfonline.org.uk\/9780857465528\/\"\u003eChurch Online: websites\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca title=\"Church Online: social media\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brfonline.org.uk\/9780857465573\/\"\u003eChurch Online: social media\u003c\/a\u003e will provide all the tips you need. Ideal resources for churches who wish to reach their communities effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiocese of Oxford E-news letter - 11 January 2017\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2019-01-18T15:23:01+00:00","created_at":"2019-01-18T15:23:03+00:00","vendor":"Laura Treneer","type":"Paperback","tags":["Church life","Jan-17"],"price":399,"price_min":399,"price_max":399,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":21769595191396,"title":"Paperback","option1":"Paperback","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780857465528","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Church Online: websites - Paperback","public_title":"Paperback","options":["Paperback"],"price":399,"weight":106,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"9780857465528"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465528-l.jpg?v=1549043144"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465528-l.jpg?v=1549043144","options":["Format"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":3238878937227,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.709,"height":650,"width":461,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465528-l.jpg?v=1570098004"},"aspect_ratio":0.709,"height":650,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857465528-l.jpg?v=1570098004","width":461}],"content":"\u003cp\u003eCombining missional vision with practical advice, this resource gives you the tools you need to transform a church website, or create one for the first time. Ideal for church teams who want to reach their communities effectively, and a perfect gift for church leaders and volunteers who are short on time but need fast relevant advice. Whether you're looking for a crash course, a brief refresher or a reference toolkit, you'll find what you need. Advice you can read and apply, from people you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\nAlso in this series:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Church Online: social media\" href=\"\/9780857465573\/\"\u003eChurch Online: social media\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Church from the Inside\" href=\"\/9780857465542\"\u003eChurch from the Inside\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Church from the Outside\" href=\"\/9780857465535\"\u003eChurch from the Outside\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe question is 'Can your church afford not to have a decent website and a social media presence?' The answer is that it's a no-brainer. Want to know how and to think through the issues? These booklets are a great resource to help you take the first steps. Highly recommended and essential reading.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Pete Broadbent, Bishop of Willesden and Deputy Bishop of London \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalanced, supportive, encouraging, practical, with an emphasis on the online\/offline mix. A total thumbs up!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Dr Bex Lewis, Senior Lecturer in Digital Marketing, Manchester Metropolitan University and author of Raising Children in a Digital Age \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn essential resource for all church leaders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Jo Swinney, Editor, 'Preach' magazine \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWebsites and social media can be so intimidating. So much so that churches might not know where to begin. But to be effective communicators in today's world churches need an online presence. Just as shoppers browse before they buy, people explore the online presence of a church before they put a foot in the door. These straightforward guides from CPO are written for beginners and those more experienced, making it easy to take the first vital steps into the digital realm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Catherine Butcher, Head of Communications for HOPE, and author of The Servant Queen and the King she serves \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaura Treneer is Innovation Director for Christian Publishing and Outreach, who are passionate about church communication and the importance it holds for mission in the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Reader (Spring 2018). Review by Christine McMullen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese four, bright pocket-sized booklets explore the concept that it is God who communicates with the world, and each volume aims to equip us to take part in that task from a different perspective. 'Church from the Outside' looks at displays, noticeboards, invitations and PR. 'Church from the Inside' looks at welcome, news-sheets, magazines and stories. 'Church Online: Websites and 'Church Online: Social Media' consider exactly what their titles say.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach volume is divided into four sections - why it matters; what to consider first; essential next steps; and toolkit. Each has a theological basis for reaching out in the four different ways and each is full of good missional ideas about why and how we need to reach out. There is a wealth of practical ideas, sensible professional advice about how to do it, pitfalls to avoid, tips on how to persuade reluctant church members to move with the times, and constant reminders that mission should be on every church agenda. I found reading the greyish print visually difficult, but intellectually thought-provoking. The target audience is, however, unclear. Is it the vicar before she hands it to someone else more suitable? Or are they meant to lie pointedly around until someone with skill or conscience runs with the suggestions? Whatever happens, they are well worth reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Christine McMullen\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvangelicals Now, review by Simon Oliver, member of East London Tabernacle and Head of Marketing for 'en'.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese four little books - under 100 pages each and designed to help with all aspects of church communications - promise much and deliver quite a lot, actually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach book discusses one of four different elements of communicating with the outside world: church from the inside, church from the outside, the web, and social media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the author discusses why each factor is important and the shortcomings most churches experience. She then moves on to offer new ways of thinking and gives some practical advice for improving the quality of how we make ourselves known to the people around us. Consequently, Laura Treneer offers some genuinely insightful observations and very helpful practical steps that challenged my thinking. I'm sure it would be a great help to many a church wondering how they could better use their resources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Simon Oliver\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview by Adrian Smith, Communications Officer, Diocese of Lincoln\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart of a series of publications designed to assist parishes in realising effective communication, these informative, pocket-sized guides come very reasonably priced (GBP3.99) and are described as being for those seeking a 'crash course, a brief refresher or a reference toolkit' in the area of church websites and social media (and also communications inside and outside the church building).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach title follows a pattern that offers chapters on 'Why it matters', 'What to consider first,' 'Essential first steps' and 'Toolkit' (further advice and sources of helpful information), and the text is warm, helpful, engaging and often-thought-provoking. For example, the title that exploring church websites makes the following point: 'If you want to attract people who don't go to church, make sure you use the sort of language they might use when searching for a church -- for example, 'community group', 'family activities', 'relationship support', 'spiritual questions', 'why church is so important', even 'why church is so hard'. Uncomfortably, if you type into Google 'Why is the church so...' the next word it predicts is 'boring'. Why is church so boring? Does is need to be? Should it be? Good question!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe challenge is to address and change this perception, and these titles can help churches establish or develop an online presence that will demonstrate something of their breadth of services, activities and events, and, crucially, extend a warm invitation to come and see and share in what God is doing. We know that time and resources for such endeavours can often be in short supply, but time invested in the reading of these short, informative and jargon-free books will be time that is very well spent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReview by Adrian Smith, Communications Officer, Diocese of Lincoln\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiocese of Oxford E-news letter - 11 January 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are hoping to update your church website in 2017 or move into social media, \u003ca title=\"Church Online: websites\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brfonline.org.uk\/9780857465528\/\"\u003eChurch Online: websites\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca title=\"Church Online: social media\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brfonline.org.uk\/9780857465573\/\"\u003eChurch Online: social media\u003c\/a\u003e will provide all the tips you need. Ideal resources for churches who wish to reach their communities effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiocese of Oxford E-news letter - 11 January 2017\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
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{"id":2439760642148,"title":"Collective Worship for Primary Schools: 50 easy-to-use Bible-based outlines for teaching essential life skills","handle":"collective-worship-for-primary-schools-50-easy-to-use-bible-based-outlines-for-teaching-essential-life-skills","description":"\u003cp\u003eCollective Worship with 4-11s is a practical resource for those leading Collective Worship in primary school, whether teachers or church personnel with links to their local school. It contains 50 ten-minute outlines, each based on a key theme and including an interactive game, a thought for the day, a Bible story and a reflection time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\nHelen Jaeger is a writer, consultant, journalist and professional creative project manager with a background in teaching. She is the author of five inspirational titles (Lion Hudson, Scripture Union) and is a regular contributor to BRF's spirituality resource Quiet Spaces and to Woman Alive magazine.\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChurch Times 23 September 2016\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWHEN I was a head teacher, I could never have too many assembly books. \u003cem\u003eCollective Worship for Primary Schools\u003c\/em\u003e , by Helen Jaeger (Barnabas for Schools, GBP7.99), has 50 assemblies to add to the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe list of potential topics for assembly is endless, but it needs to be. A primary-school head teacher could easily be responsible for leading up to 100 assemblies every year. Vicars who complain about the number of the sermons they have to deliver should try being head teachers.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis volume is mercifully simple in construction and easy to use. Heads will particularly appreciate the 'No special preparation is required' ones. There is one unique feature: the assemblies are published in alphabetical order, according to the theme. Hence we begin with anti-bullying and conclude with world feasts. The best title in the book is appropriately in the middle: 'Laughing is good for you.' Staff and students alike will enjoy that one.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDennis Richards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReligious Education Subject Leaders' Newsletter, Peterborough Diocese - Spring 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e'Collective Worship for Primary Schools' is written by Helen Jaegar and contains 50 assembly outlines each based on a key theme such as, 'Patience, Courage and Prejudice. Helen Jaeger is a writer, consultant, journalist and professional creative project manager with a background in teaching. She is the author of five inspirational titles (Lion Hudson, Scripture Union) and is a regular contributor to BRF's spirituality resource 'Quiet Spaces' and to 'Woman Alive' magazine. Each assembly theme has a clear opener, thought for the day, Biblical story\/reference, questions and a prayer\/reflection. The range of different openers will engage pupils across Key Stages 1 and 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLesley Pollard, RE and Collective Worship Adviser - Diocese of Peterborough\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e","published_at":"2019-01-18T15:21:14+00:00","created_at":"2019-01-18T15:21:16+00:00","vendor":"Helen Jaeger","type":"Paperback","tags":["Collective worship","For schools","Jun-16"],"price":799,"price_min":799,"price_max":799,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":21769195487332,"title":"Paperback","option1":"Paperback","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780857464590","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Collective Worship for Primary Schools: 50 easy-to-use Bible-based outlines for teaching essential life skills - Paperback","public_title":"Paperback","options":["Paperback"],"price":799,"weight":221,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"9780857464590"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857464590-l.jpg?v=1549043166"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857464590-l.jpg?v=1549043166","options":["Format"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":3238876709003,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.706,"height":650,"width":459,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857464590-l.jpg?v=1570098003"},"aspect_ratio":0.706,"height":650,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0148\/6107\/4532\/products\/9780857464590-l.jpg?v=1570098003","width":459}],"content":"\u003cp\u003eCollective Worship with 4-11s is a practical resource for those leading Collective Worship in primary school, whether teachers or church personnel with links to their local school. It contains 50 ten-minute outlines, each based on a key theme and including an interactive game, a thought for the day, a Bible story and a reflection time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\nHelen Jaeger is a writer, consultant, journalist and professional creative project manager with a background in teaching. She is the author of five inspirational titles (Lion Hudson, Scripture Union) and is a regular contributor to BRF's spirituality resource Quiet Spaces and to Woman Alive magazine.\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChurch Times 23 September 2016\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWHEN I was a head teacher, I could never have too many assembly books. \u003cem\u003eCollective Worship for Primary Schools\u003c\/em\u003e , by Helen Jaeger (Barnabas for Schools, GBP7.99), has 50 assemblies to add to the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe list of potential topics for assembly is endless, but it needs to be. A primary-school head teacher could easily be responsible for leading up to 100 assemblies every year. Vicars who complain about the number of the sermons they have to deliver should try being head teachers.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis volume is mercifully simple in construction and easy to use. Heads will particularly appreciate the 'No special preparation is required' ones. There is one unique feature: the assemblies are published in alphabetical order, according to the theme. Hence we begin with anti-bullying and conclude with world feasts. The best title in the book is appropriately in the middle: 'Laughing is good for you.' Staff and students alike will enjoy that one.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDennis Richards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReligious Education Subject Leaders' Newsletter, Peterborough Diocese - Spring 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e'Collective Worship for Primary Schools' is written by Helen Jaegar and contains 50 assembly outlines each based on a key theme such as, 'Patience, Courage and Prejudice. Helen Jaeger is a writer, consultant, journalist and professional creative project manager with a background in teaching. 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{"id":2854759727204,"title":"Collective Worship Unwrapped: 33 tried and tested story-based assemblies for primary schools","handle":"collective-worship-unwrapped-33-tried-and-tested-story-based-assemblies-for-primary-schools","description":"\u003cp\u003eollective worship provides an important opportunity at the beginning of the school day to address the 'awe and wonder' part of learning. With this in mind, this book offers tried and tested primary assemblies with a Christian focus for Key Stages One and Two. Each assembly is complete and ready to run, with memorable stories, Bible links written in full, ideas for visual aids, helpful hints, prayers, suggested songs and follow-up material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe assemblies cover a host of themes, some topical, some on moral and personal development, citizenship, or spiritual values, and some linking in to seasons of the Christian year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany of the stories use a specific storytelling technique (such as telling a story from an unusual angle, using a 'tag-line', repetition and audience participation), making this a flexible and practical resource, ideal for newly qualified teachers seeking to grasp the key principles of collective worship as quickly and as effectively as possible-but equally valuable for experienced teachers, RE co-ordinators and those invited into schools to lead collective worship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Guest is an ordained minister with 25 years' experience in parish ministry, and a professional clown. With over a quarter of a century behind him, working in local primary and secondary schools, he loves telling stories (particularly to children) and spends much of his time in the ten schools around his parish. John enjoys cooking, travel, languages and creative writing and occasionally admits to playing the piano accordion. He is Rector of St Margaret's Parish Church, Stanford-le-Hope, in Essex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom: \u003cem\u003eRE News\u003c\/em\u003e - Autumn 2005\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a useful collection of 33 assemblies with a Christian focus written for key satge1 and key stage 2 pupils. Each assembly is clearly structured through a story or play, biblical link, suggested visual aids and songs, a prayer, and follow up suggestions. Permission to photocopy the stories and other relevant sections is included as well as 11 pages which can be used on an overhead projector. The assemblies are divided into three categories: key stage 1, key stage 2, and those which are appropriate for both key stages. Many relevant themes are introduced relating to values, the Christian year, and citizenship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom: \u003cem\u003eREACH\u003c\/em\u003e Autumn 2005\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn guest has a passion for his ministry with local schools, so the sub-title, '33 tried and tested story based assemblies' is the fruit of 22 years of experience in parish ministry as well as clowning as Gof the clown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet the Tool Shed Gang, the two Johns - East End lads in shades - and a crowd of other characters. Explore themes onnected with children's daily lives, their relationship with God and issues affecting them. Bravely and effectively, (for many teachers duck it) explore the resurrection in three stories entitled 'The man who wasn't there'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn's story telling style is immediate and attractive. Each session includes a biblical link, visual aid, prayers and songs, and ideas for follow-up. The book starts with a chapter of advice for beginners: nervous clergy and leaders will find a treasure trove of sensible suggestions and hints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis would be an excellent resource for family services and children's clubs as well as schools. There is only one question: '\u003cem\u003eJohn, why didn't you write this years ago?\u003c\/em\u003e'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom: \u003cem\u003eThe Methodist Recorder\u003c\/em\u003e - 13\/10\/2005\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust in time to be used in the first term of the new school year, \u003cem\u003eCollective Worship Unwrapped\u003c\/em\u003e contains '33 tried and tested story-based assemblies for primary schools', described as 'Ideal for Key Stages 1 and 2'. Written by John Guest, an ordained minister and professional clown with 25 years' experience in parish ministry and story-telling in the 10 primary and secondary schools around his parish in Essex, the photocopiable material contains words and music of the song 'God loves all of his children'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are varied means of conveying the messages: character and costume, questions and answers or visual aids and conjuring to choose from for the story of the road to Emmaus: 'The man who wasn't there', for example; two 'confident and imaginative actors dressed in dinner jackets and shades' for 'The Two Johns: An offer you can't refuse' in Advent - and much, much more of similarly imaginative material. Overhead visuals are supplied and there are two comprehensive indexes of themes and Bible links. 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With this in mind, this book offers tried and tested primary assemblies with a Christian focus for Key Stages One and Two. Each assembly is complete and ready to run, with memorable stories, Bible links written in full, ideas for visual aids, helpful hints, prayers, suggested songs and follow-up material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe assemblies cover a host of themes, some topical, some on moral and personal development, citizenship, or spiritual values, and some linking in to seasons of the Christian year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany of the stories use a specific storytelling technique (such as telling a story from an unusual angle, using a 'tag-line', repetition and audience participation), making this a flexible and practical resource, ideal for newly qualified teachers seeking to grasp the key principles of collective worship as quickly and as effectively as possible-but equally valuable for experienced teachers, RE co-ordinators and those invited into schools to lead collective worship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Guest is an ordained minister with 25 years' experience in parish ministry, and a professional clown. With over a quarter of a century behind him, working in local primary and secondary schools, he loves telling stories (particularly to children) and spends much of his time in the ten schools around his parish. John enjoys cooking, travel, languages and creative writing and occasionally admits to playing the piano accordion. He is Rector of St Margaret's Parish Church, Stanford-le-Hope, in Essex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMedia reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom: \u003cem\u003eRE News\u003c\/em\u003e - Autumn 2005\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a useful collection of 33 assemblies with a Christian focus written for key satge1 and key stage 2 pupils. Each assembly is clearly structured through a story or play, biblical link, suggested visual aids and songs, a prayer, and follow up suggestions. Permission to photocopy the stories and other relevant sections is included as well as 11 pages which can be used on an overhead projector. The assemblies are divided into three categories: key stage 1, key stage 2, and those which are appropriate for both key stages. Many relevant themes are introduced relating to values, the Christian year, and citizenship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom: \u003cem\u003eREACH\u003c\/em\u003e Autumn 2005\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn guest has a passion for his ministry with local schools, so the sub-title, '33 tried and tested story based assemblies' is the fruit of 22 years of experience in parish ministry as well as clowning as Gof the clown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet the Tool Shed Gang, the two Johns - East End lads in shades - and a crowd of other characters. Explore themes onnected with children's daily lives, their relationship with God and issues affecting them. Bravely and effectively, (for many teachers duck it) explore the resurrection in three stories entitled 'The man who wasn't there'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn's story telling style is immediate and attractive. Each session includes a biblical link, visual aid, prayers and songs, and ideas for follow-up. The book starts with a chapter of advice for beginners: nervous clergy and leaders will find a treasure trove of sensible suggestions and hints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis would be an excellent resource for family services and children's clubs as well as schools. 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Written by John Guest, an ordained minister and professional clown with 25 years' experience in parish ministry and story-telling in the 10 primary and secondary schools around his parish in Essex, the photocopiable material contains words and music of the song 'God loves all of his children'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are varied means of conveying the messages: character and costume, questions and answers or visual aids and conjuring to choose from for the story of the road to Emmaus: 'The man who wasn't there', for example; two 'confident and imaginative actors dressed in dinner jackets and shades' for 'The Two Johns: An offer you can't refuse' in Advent - and much, much more of similarly imaginative material. Overhead visuals are supplied and there are two comprehensive indexes of themes and Bible links. A wise investment!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReviewed by Margaret Daniels\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom \u003cem\u003eDiocese of Gloucester Summer reading suggestions\u003c\/em\u003e Summer 2005\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore you skip this because you don't lead school assemblies, STOP! A lot of the pieces here would be brilliant for all-age worship or - especially - that Sunday afternoon slot some of our parishes are experimenting with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor John Guest is Rector of a parish in Essex and has 25 years experience of visiting schools. More important, he has a great sense of humour!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach talk has a Bible passage, suggestions for songs and - what makes this very useable for an all-age situation- a Follow-Up box with discussion ideas. If you have read one of the two books above and want some material that's a sure-fire winner, try this. (Of course, you could also use it for assemblies!)\u003c\/p\u003e"}
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