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Beyond Sunday school: Exploring different models of faith formation​

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90-minute Outlook webinar presented by Traci Smith Recorded May 1, 2018 Webinar replay — $29.95 (1-6 participants from the same church/ministry) Purchase the Webinar On-demand video replay allows you to watch the video recording on the Outlook's website whenever it is convenient for you and as many times as is helpful. Is your congregation struggling with declining attendance in Sunday school? Do you have a hard time finding, training and retaining qualified Sunday school teachers? Do you want to have a vibrant Christian education program for all ages, but feel unsure what to do or how to do it? If you said "yes" to any of these questions, this webinar might be for you! We'll take a look at the traditional Sunday school model and talk about why it's not working well for many congregations. We'll explore options for creating intergenerational models of faith formation that work well in many contexts. We'll also discuss how to equip parents well so they can teach faith at … [Read more...]

Tagged With: Christian Ed • youth ministry

Engaging in the holy work of gun violence prevention: Practical resources for congregations and their leaders for education and action

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Co-sponsored by Presbyterian Disaster Assistance and the Presbyterian Peacemaking Program 90-minute Outlook webinar Recorded April 16, 2018  Thanks to the generosity of Presbyterian Disaster Assistance and the Presbyterian Peacemaking Program, we are able to offer this webinar at the reduced rate of $9.99. On-demand replay: Purchase the Webinar Join us as we share information, resources and conversation with others concerned about gun violence prevention. In the wake of yet another school shooting, another headline of gun violence, another story of a life cut short by a bullet either by accident or intent, many people of faith are asking how they can participate in preventing such tragic events in the future. Often congregations and their leaders want to respond but don’t know how to do so effectively and faithfully. This webinar will begin to equip those who are feeling called to prevent gun violence but unsure what the shape of that call should take. A panel of … [Read more...]

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Hymns for Lent and Easter — Year B (2018)

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The Presbyterian Outlook is offering NEW Lenten hymns from noted Presbyterian hymn-writer, Carolyn Winfrey Gillette. These are new lyrics set to familiar tunes. Hymns are $10 each or purchase a package of all 10 new ones (Ash Wednesday to Easter) for $100. Upon completing your purchase, you'll be able to download PDFs of the lyrics scored to music for choral and bulletin use (regular and large print) as well as Microsoft Word documents of the lyrics only. You print as many copies as needed. New Lent B hymns for 2018 Carolyn has penned new hymns for 2018 based on the Year B lectionary texts: Package deal of 10 new hymns for $100. (Click here to purchase) Sing Out! We’re Made of Common Dust On the Day When Christ Was Baptized What Does It Mean To Lose One’s Life? Everyone Is Welcomed Freely! Remember God is Gracious Every Seed That Grows Toward Glory Sing of Hope! Pass It On! In This Room, a Towel and Basin Simon Peter Stood There Waiting Thank … [Read more...]

Tagged With: Ash Wednesday • Easter • Lent

Lenten devotions — Year B (2018)

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Are you looking for theologically sound, inspiring and affordable Lenten devotions for the congregation? 5 weeks of Lenten devotions plus bonus prayers for Holy Week — $19.99 Purchase and download now Lent provides the liturgical occasion for self-examination, prayer, Bible study and intentional reflection on discipleship. Often, congregations have the desire to mark a “holy Lent” but not the tools. You want to pray daily or read the Bible more frequently or try a new spiritual practice, but doing so is a challenge in an already very full life. The Presbyterian Outlook has created theologically sound, accessible and user-friendly Lenten devotions for congregations written by editor Jill Duffield. Each week starts with a brief reflection on a theme followed by a Bible reading, a suggested practice and a prayer for each day of the week. These can be printed in the quantity needed for the congregation and inserted in the weekly worship bulletin for worshippers to take home … [Read more...]

Strategic Marketing for Spiritual Writers​ (with Tactics too!)

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90-minute webinar presented by Brian Allain Recorded February 20, 2018  On-demand video replay – $29.95 (1-6 participants from the same church/ministry) Purchase the Webinar ​In church settings we don't typically talk much about marketing. But if you have a story to tell or if you want to help others, marketing is the way to reach people to let them know what you have to offer. This webinar addresses the critical strategic and marketing aspects of marketing within a spiritual environment, and ​is particularly​ helpful ​for spiritual writers early in their publishing career. The presentation is strategic in that it deals with topics such as market positioning and social media strategy, but also tactical as we dive into the details of Facebook marketing and advertising. Topics we will cover include: ​ ​Why social media matters How marketing differs for spiritual writers H​ow to find your niche ​H​ow to build your platform Guidelines for Facebook marketing … [Read more...]

Hymns for Lent and Easter

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New hymns for Lent and Easter by Presbyterian poet J. Barrie Shepherd! This year, Presbyterian minister and author of several beloved volumes of poetry, J. Barrie Shepherd, has crafted seasonal hymns for the Presbyterian Outlook. His new hymn texts are set to familiar tunes. Your hymn purchase includes downloads of  a PDF of the lyrics scored with the music for a half-page regular sheet of paper, a second PDF of the lyrics scored with music for a half-page of legal-sized paper (large print) and a document with lyrics only. You have permission to print as many copies as needed for your use. Each hymn is just $10!   Deep in the Heart of Winter (click here to preview the hymn text) A hymn for early Lent ANGEL’S STORY (“Oh Jesus, I Have Promised") Deep in the heart of winter, when days seem cold and bleak Our faith calls us to enter this space of seven weeks. We turn to prayer and fasting, take scripture as our guide, Prepare our souls for Easter, … [Read more...]

Tagged With: Easter • Lent

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