Christian Reading
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Parenting - a journey of love
VCAL10
Books
Price: R45
Focussed on the knowledge and skills which parents and guardians need to provide their children with protection against threats to their health and wellbeing, and to give them the best possible start in life. Uses stories, poems, quotes, Bible studies, games and participatory exercises.
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Positive Voices - Strategies for Hope
VCAL1
Books
Price: R45
The CALLED TO CARE toolkit consists of practical, action-oriented booklets and mini-manuals on issues related to HIV/AIDS, designed for use by church leaders, especially in sub-Saharan Africa.The first booklet in the series, Positive Voices, brings together the experiences of 14 African religious leaders – 12 Christians and two Muslims – who are either living with HIV or are personally affected by HIV and AIDS. They include ordained religious leaders and lay people who have a leading role in their faith community.
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Making it happen
VCAL2
Books
Price: R45
The CALLED TO CARE toolkit consists of practical, action-oriented booklets and mini-manuals on issues related to HIV/AIDS, designed for use by church leaders, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. Church congregations or communities may feel ‘called to care’ about people infected with, or affected by, HIV/AIDS. But what can they do to assist and support such people? How can they address the broader issue of preventing the further spread of HIV — and how can they deal with the sensitive and divisive issues of stigma, shame, discrimination and denial? The second book in the series, Making it Happen, is designed to help church leaders and congregations to develop and implement a project that addresses some of the challenges of HIV/AIDS.
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Time to talk
VCAL3
Books
Price: R45
The CALLED TO CARE toolkit consists of practical, action-oriented booklets and mini-manuals on issues related to HIV/AIDS, designed for use by church leaders, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. The third book in the toolkit, Time to Talk, is a handbook to enable churches to discuss family life and sex in the context of the global AIDS epidemic. Intended for use by pastors, deacons and religious Sisters, as well as catechists and lay church leaders. Contains role plays, games, quizzes, discussions, Bible studies and other participatory exercises.
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Pastoral action on HIV and Aids
VCAL4
Books
Price: R45
Training guidelines on the spiritual, social, organisational and practical issues which constitute the pastoral aspects of the HIV epidemic. Books 4 and 5 in the Called to Care series are based on 12 years of experience by the Organization of African Instituted Churches (OAIC), based in Nairobi, Kenya. The author, Nicta Lubaale, is an ordained pastor who has been involved in faith-based and community responses to HIV and AIDS since 1991. Since January 2007 he has been General Secretary of the OAIC.Book no. 4, 'Pastoral Action on HIV and AIDS', contains guidelines for training pastors and lay church leaders in addressing the pastoral challenges of the AIDS epidemic. These challenges affect churches in their teachings about sickness and healing, their forms of worship and their pastoral ministries. Both books include case studies of the work of several African independent churches which, with the support of the OAIC, have responded in particularly innovative ways to the challenges of the AIDS epidemic. These stories are drawn from OAIC member churches in Kenya and Uganda, but they are relevant to churches throughout sub-Saharan Africa, and beyond.
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Community action on HIV and Aids
VCAL5
Books
Price: R45
Training guidelines on community-based issues related to HIV and AIDS. Training guidelines on community-based issues related to HIV and AIDS. Books 4 and 5 in the Called to Care series are based on 12 years of experience by the Organization of African Instituted Churches (OAIC), based in Nairobi, Kenya. The author, Nicta Lubaale, is an ordained pastor who has been involved in faith-based and community responses to HIV and AIDS since 1991. Since January 2007 he has been General Secretary of the OAIC. Book no. 5, 'Community Action on HIV and AIDS', is designed to help church leaders in dealing with social, cultural and economic issues related to the AIDS epidemic at community level. It contains sections on topics such as the sexual abuse of children, domestic violence, widow inheritance and property grabbing by relatives - issues which have been exacerbated in many African countries by the AIDS epidemic. Both books include case studies of the work of several African independent churches which, with the support of the OAIC, have responded in particularly innovative ways to the challenges of the AIDS epidemic. These stories are drawn from OAIC member churches in Kenya and Uganda, but they are relevant to churches throughout sub-Saharan Africa, and beyond. Both books contain numerous role plays, discussion guidelines, Biblical references, individual case studies and illustrations by African artists.
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The child within
VCAL6
Books
Price: R45
This 68-page workbook, containing numerous illustrations, was developed in collaboration with Masangane ('to embrace' in Xhosa), an orphan care project supported by the Moravian Church in South Africa's Eastern Province. It arose out of a need expressed by volunteer caregivers who were experiencing serious difficulties in looking after orphaned children. The Child Within breaks new ground in promoting resilience in children who have suffered grief and personal loss. It does so by enabling adults who are child care-givers - as parents, guardians, volunteers or professionals - to rediscover and appreciate their own 'child within'. Through structured workshop sessions, participants learn how to communicate more openly and effectively with children. The workbook incorporates a Christian approach to children as 'a gift from the Lord' (Psalm 127:3), but can be used by a wide variety of community groups and organisations. Although based on professional research on child and adolescent development, the book is written in clear, simple language, and is easily accessible to non-professional child caregivers.
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Call to me
VCAL7
Books
Price: R45
Call to Me is no. 7 in the Called to Care toolkit, which is designed for use by churches, faith-based organisations, NGOs and community groups, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. This 76-page handbook consists of 20 Bible studies on topics related to HIV and AIDS, e.g. sex and sexuality; healing; death, grief and mourning; stigma, discrimination and denial; church leadership; marriage; fear and anxiety; and children. It is written in simple, clear language, and contains 22 drawings by Zimbabwean artist, Mashet Ndhlovu. The authors of Call to Me are 12 church leaders in four African countries: Ghana, South Africa, Tanzania and Zambia. They come from a wide ecumenical background, consisting of Anglican, Catholic, Lutheran, Methodist, Pentecostal and Reformed churches. In South Africa, two groups of people living with HIV helped to develop three of the Bible studies. Called to Me is action-oriented. It is designed to enable churches and community groups to deal with difficult, sensitive issues related to the AIDS epidemic, and to decide on ways of dealing with these. Each Bible study consists of seven clearly defined steps, leading to a session in which the participants suggest and discuss ways in which particular issues and problems can be addressed. The book concludes with an appendix of basic facts about HIV and AIDS, written in simple, non-technical language.
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My life starting now
VCAL8
Books
Price: R45
Knowlege and skills for young adolescents Personal identity - making decisions - peer pressure - values - HIV and AIDS - love - sex .... These are just a few of the topics covered by My Life - Starting Now. This 80-page manual, no. 8 in the Called to Care toolkit, is designed especially for use with young people aged 10 to 15. The manual takes a participatory approach to teaching and learning, using role plays, case studies, games, stories, quizzes, Bible study and artwork to promote discussion and explore critical life skills for young people. It aims to empower young people to take charge of their lives in a positive way. It also includes sessions for parents and guardians on their roles in guiding, supporting and educating young people. The co-authors of the book - Lucy Steinitz in Namibia and Eunice Kamaara in Kenya - have combined their vast experience of training young people in lifeskills and producing educational materials on HIV, gender, sex and sexual behaviour. Illustrations are by the Namibian artist, Marika Matengu, and the Zambian artist, Danny Chiyesu.
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What can I do? - Facilitator's Guide
VEN033
Books
Price: R55.00
A guide for use with the What can I do? DVD
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Mission in an African way
VEN001
Books
Price: R55.00
Mission in an African way - a practical introduction to African instituted churches and their sense of mission. For years the tragic gap between mainline churches and AICs has been bothering many Christians concerned with the church and its missionary role in Africa. Four authors, who have been involved with AICs practically during all their ministries, have written a manual to address this concern. They were aware that, besides scholarly, academic and regional publications, there is a need for a reader-friendly book that addresses the issue on a continental basis.
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Rethinking ministry
VEN002
Books
Price: R42.50
Many churches are in a crisis due to a shortage of ministers. This book suggests that we need a radically new approach to ministry and the way we train ministers.
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Seven Words from the Cross – a reflection on Passover
VEN004
Books
Price: R39.50
Because of the importance of Passover in African churches in particular, and of preaching on the Last Words of our Lord on Good Friday, this book has proofed to be very popular and we hope that it will also be a blessing to you and your congregation.
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Restoring the dignity of marriage
VEN036
Books
Price: R39.95
Marriage is one of the most important human relationships. It ought to bring happiness and a caring space for raising children. However, many marriages often bring conflict and sadness. This book helps the reader to understand the essence of marriage and gives practical advice on restoring the joy of marriage. It takes into account the specific Southern African cultural context. Also suitable for group discussions.
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The Awakening Giant
VEN048
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Price: R80
The phenomenal growth of Christianity in Africa in recent decades is nothing but a miracle. The church in Africa grew into a giant. However, some would describe this church as a sleeping giant, herself not really participating in God’s mission. Dr Khauoe is arguing for an opposite view: the giant is awakening! He skilfully describes how the church, especially in Africa, is participating in meaningful ways in God’s mission to the world. He suggests practical approaches in enhancing this missional impact. This emerging voice of a mission leader in Africa needs to be heard. The book is available for R80.
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Come walk with me
CWMEN
Books
Price: R49.95
CLFs' exciting publication, Come walk with me was published in November 2009 and has already proven very popular. It is a book with Bible stories for children – from pre-school to high school as well as learner adult readers. This Bible story book is tells the 40 most important Bible stories in a lively and interesting way and is realistically illustrated. The stories are true to the Scripture and gives knowledge of the Bible and also teaches the reader to create a real love for God and His Word. A short Let's Talk section stimulates conversation on the relevant story and a prayer concludes each story. Come walk with me is more than just a children's Bible story book. It is written with the aim to be used in schools, churches and homes. In many churches it will probably be the only available material. It is appropriate for children of different ages, but also for beginner-readers. CLF is doing everything possible to subsidise the cost of this book to make it as affordable as possible for all communities. The Afrikaans, English, SeSotho, isiXhosa and isiZulu is already available. The Tswana translation is currently in progress although funding for the print has not yet been found.
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Living our faith and reviving the spirit of Ubuntu
VEN041
Books
Price: RR 55,00
From the pen of rev MW Sefara comes this beautiful publication where the reader is guided with simple and honest writings towards once more practically living the Christian faith. Very useful for people who wants to strengthen their faith.
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