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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...]

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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 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 and use throughout the … [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...]

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The Dazzling Tonic of Silence

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90-minute webinar presented by Charlotte Matthews Recorded October 10, 2017  On-demand replay – $29.95 (1-6 participants from the same church/ministry) Purchase the Webinar Have you been hungering for a way to invite more silence into your personal and professional life? In a world with a spinning array of distractions, silence is now on the endangered list. In both practical and conceptual ways, this webinar will help you and those in your life preserve this sacred element of life. This webinar will be helpful to anyone who feels busy, overwhelmed or burdened. If you are feeling like you want more time and spaciousness, this is the webinar for you. Silence is, indeed, the most straightforward route to insight. We know insight to mean deep understanding, perception and acumen. But dig deeper and you discover that the word comes from the archaic Scottish insicht: furniture or household goods. It was legal terminology found in documents and records in Scotland's archives. … [Read more...]

Songwriting with the Psalms

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90-minute webinar presented by Richard Bruxvoort Colligan Recorded August 8, 2017  On-demand video replay – $29.95 (1-6 participants from the same church/ministry) Purchase the Webinar Are you a creative person curious to try your hand at songwriting for your faith community? Let’s look together at the Psalms of the Old Testament – ancient, passionate songs of faith. This webinar will focus on the spirituality of the Psalms and the value of sung prayer. Guided by psalmist Richard Bruxvoort Colligan, you’ll soak in three delicious Psalm texts and write a simple community song for each of them: a song of celebration, a song of wonder and a lament. In this webinar, you will: Engage in a short study of Psalms 13, 100 and 23. Learn the value of the Psalms for your worship context and in devotional practice. Create three songs reflecting on your experience of the psalm texts. Be connected to websites and books for further creativity. What to bring with you to … [Read more...]

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