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Determining Needs In Your Youth Ministry Dr. Peter L. Benson and Dorothy L. Williams Group Books ©1987 A do-it-yourself research kit to help you uncover the real issues facing your young people. Complete with questionnaires, answer sheets, interpretation guide and program ideas.
Hard Times CatalogFor Youth Ministry Marilyn & Dennis Benson Group Books © 1982 Creative Youth Ministry Ideas – Hundreds of low-cost & no-cost ideas for programs, projects, meetings and activities.
New Directions for Youth Ministry Wayne Rice, Chap Clark, and others. Group Books © 1998 Reaching teenagers with the Gospel in new ways. Honest reports about programs and strategies that are working in real churches with real kids. Includes family-based youth ministry, mentoring, student-led cell groups, community-based youth ministry and campus ministry.
Vine & Branches Vol. 1 Maryann Hakowski Saint Mary’s PressChristian Brothers Publications ©1992 Offers a wealth of retreat activities. Includes reproducible handouts of prayer services, learning activities, reflections and discussion questions. Designed to help young people gain a better sense of self, build relationships and grow closer to God. Themes – spirituality, confirmation, relationships, parables and prayer.
ONE on ONE Steve Ropp Faith and Life Press ©1993 Making the most of your Mentoring Relationship. The role of the mentor and knowing when to listen. Discusses self-esteem, drug use and abuse, living with parents, overcoming peer pressure, setting priorities and others.
Resources for Youth Ministry 77.3 Junior High Retreats Board of Youth MinistryThe Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod Concordia Publishing House © 1977 This is geared towards an overnight or a weekend retreat. Encourages friendships to develop in a relaxed setting. The learning part focuses on Luther’s Small Catechism.
Resources for Youth Ministry 78.4Marketplace Ministry Board of Youth MinistryThe Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod Concordia Publishing House © 1978 Sharing Bible studies, worship resources, educational activities and dramas to help youth focus on the community as a place for ministry and to equip them for that ministry.
Resources for Youth Ministry 77.4But by God’s Grace Board of Youth MinistryThe Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod Concordia Publishing House © 1977 Focuses on being saved by grace alone – not by being perfect, not by our feelings, not by the trivial things in our own lives and not by acting religious externally.
IDEAS – number 28 Edited by Wayne Rice Youth Specialties Inc. © 1981 Includes chapters on Publicity, Camping, Family Ministry and Creative Communication. A collection of tested ideas from creative youth workers.
MAP Ministry to Adolescents Program – Introductory Manual for Leaders Mary Jo Zwar and David Strelan Openbook Publishers © 1995 MAP is a ministry program for young people aged 12 – 14. Christian adults encourage young people to talk about what is happening in their lives. They offer guidance from God’s Word, our ‘road map’ for life’s journey.
MAP Ministry to Adolescents Program – IDENTITY Leaders Guide Mary Jo Zwar and David Strelan Openbook Publishers © 1995 Map is a ministry program for young people aged 12 – 14. Christian adults encourage young people to talk about what is happening in their lives. This book focuses on Identity. Who am I?

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MAP Ministry to Adolescents Program – FAMILY Leaders Guide Mary Jo Zwar and David Strelan Openbook Publishers © 1995 Map is a ministry program for young people aged 12 – 14. Christian adults encourage young people to talk about what is happening in their lives. This book focuses on family being the primary element in the lives of young adolescents.
MAP Ministry to Adolescents Program – ISSUES Leaders Guide Mary Jo Zwar and David Strelan Openbook Publishers © 1995 Map is a ministry program for young people aged 12 – 14. Christian adults encourage young people to talk about what is happening in their lives. This book focuses on a complex world dominated by materialism, pressure to succeed, self-centredness and attitudes. What IS important is our relationship with God.
Reel to Real
Vol. 1 No. 4		 Abingdon Press Abingdon Press ©1997 Movies include: Liar Liar, Jurassic Park, Chariots of Fire, 101 Dalmatians, Jacob – Dreams and Prayers, and a study of Angels
Reel to Real
Vol. 4 No. 4		 Abingdon Press Abingdon Press ©2001 Movies include: X-men, The Kid, Chicken Run, The Perfect Storm, Remember the Titans, and a study of Space Exploits.
Reel to Real
Vol. 2 No.1		 Abingdon Press Abingdon Press ©1998 Movies include: The Truman Show, Godzilla, Armageddon & Deep Impact, Les Miserables, The X-Files and movies dealing with Heaven.
Reel to Real
Vol. 2 No.1		 Abingdon Press Abingdon Press ©1998 Movies include: Grease, Contact, In and Out and My Best Friends Wedding. Also a study on what Hollywood portrays Jesus in a variety of movies. Including Godspell, Jesus of Nazareth, Jesus Christ – Superstar and the Greatest Story Ever Told.
On The Road – Family The Map Magazine Mary Jo Zwar andDavid Strelan Openbook Publishers ©1995 On the Road is a magazine for young people involved in MAP (a Ministry to Adolescents Program of the Lutheran Church of Australia). This volume is about family.
On The Road – Identity The Map Magazine Mary Jo Zwar andDavid Strelan Openbook Publishers ©1995 On the Road is a magazine for young people involved in MAP (a Ministry to Adolescents Program of the Lutheran Church of Australia). This volume is about identity.
On The Road – Issues Mary Jo Zwar and David Strelan Openbook Publishers ©1996 On the Road is a magazine for young people involved in MAP (a Ministry to Adolescents Program of the Lutheran Church of Australia). This volume is about issues.
Youth Talk – Leader Guide (Self-esteem) Julie Henriksen Bowe Augsburg Fortress ©1993 The Youth Talk series is for junior high and high school youth. This volume is about self-esteem.
Youth Talk – Leader Guide (Sexuality) L. William Mitcham, Jr. Augsburg Fortress ©1994 The Youth Talk series is for junior high and high school youth. This volume is about sexuality.
Youth Talk – Student Guide (Sexuality) L. William Mitcham, Jr. Augsburg Fortress ©1994 The Youth Talk series is for junior high and high school youth. This volume is about sexuality.
The Complete Youth Ministries Handbook Volume One J. David Stone Abingdon Press ©1979 A creative Youth Ministry Models Resource. This book tells how to meet the needs of youth today with a relevant, relational Christ-centered ministry.

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Search Institute Learning and Living Donald Draayer andEugene C. Roehlkepartain Search Institute ©1995 How asset building for youth can unify a school’s mission.
Search Institute Tapping the Potential Glenn A. Seefeldt and Eugene C. Roehlkepartain Search Institute ©1995 Discovering congregations’ role in building assets in youth.
Search Institute Uniting Communities for Youth Dr. Peter L. Benson Search Institute ©1995 Mobilizing all sectors to create a positive future.
Search Institute Parenting with a Purpose Dean Feldmeyer and Eugene C. Roehlkepartain Search Institute ©1995 A positive approach for raising confident, caring youth.
PUSH IT! Vol.3 United Church Press United Church Press ©2002 Bible studies that invite young adults to ask critical questions and connect it with their lives.
GROUPS The life-giving power of community John OrtbergLaurie PedersonJudson Poling Zondervan ©2000 This study will challenge and encourage you to explore the amazing potential for growth found in authentic relationships. The encouragement of being for one another.
Developing Faith in Young Adults – Effective Ministry with 18-35 Year Olds Robert T. Gribbon The Alban Institute, Inc.©1990 The author describes why so many young adults leave the church, why they are likely to return and what churches can do to be open and helpful to them. Clergy and lay leaders will find this book filled with useful insights and practical suggestions.
Gross Goodies Tina Vilicich-Solomon RGA Publishing Group, Inc. ©1996 Lowell House Juvenile Sickening sweets that look detestable but taste delectable.
The Coming Revolution in Youth Ministry and Its Radical Impact on the Church Mark Senter III Victor Books SP Publications, Inc.©1992 Mark Senter employs his thorough understanding of history to put past youth ministry into perspective and offer a prophetic vision for future efforts to reach young people.
Portrait of Youth Ministry Maria Harris Paulist Press © 1981 Youth ministers, pastoral associates, parish councils, parents will find here an excellent resource for clarifying their goals and commitments to youth ministry.
The Youth Worker’s Handbook to Family Ministry Chap Clark Zondervan Publishing House ©1997 Strategies and practical ideas for reaching your students’ families. Also perfect for pastors, CE directors or anyone who wants to launch or improve intergenerational ministry at their church.
Shout to the Lord Darlene Zschech and Marcia Ford Albury Publishing ©2001 Inspired by the song of the same title. A book with Stories of God’s love and Power.

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At Risk Bringing HOPE to Hurting Teenagers Dr. Scott Larson Group Publishing ©1999 Practical suggestions. Honest answers. Tools to help you evaluate your existing programs. And real-life insights about what it costs to include kids others have left behind.
All Aboard Serendipity House Serendipity House ©1993 Six sessions for kicking off a group. Great for small groups. The 90-minute sessions include three parts: gathering, Bible study and caring time.
My Neighbour’s Faith – and Mine World Council of Churches World Council of Churches ©1986 This dialogue is meant for Christians who live in religiously plural situations. It urges them to reflect on the theological significance of the faith and witness of their neighbours who are not Christians.
Wholeness Putting the Pieces Together Peter Menconi,Richard Peace, & Lyman Coleman Zondervan Bible Publishers ©1989 A Bible study that will help you and your group apply Scriptures to everyday living.
Parenting Adolescents Easing the Way to Adulthood William Cutler andRichard Peace Serendipity House ©1990 A study to get parents of teens together and become a support group. Together you can explore issues of parenting during this stormy, exciting, challenging time.
Vibrant Worship with Youth St. Mary’s Press St. Mary’s Press ©2000 Parish and school liturgy planners will find practical ideas for creating more youth-inclusive worship experiences.
CREATIVE Programming Ideas for Junior High Ministry Steve Dickie andDarrell Pearson Youth Specialties Inc. Zondervan Publishing House ©1992 Dozens of great ideas for Sunday School, Youth Meetings, Camps, Retreats, Service Projects and more.
Sharing Groups in Youth Ministry Walt Marcum Abingdon Press ©1991 Where can youth talk about personal concerns like dating, sex, drugs, dreams, ambitions, friendship, parents and teachers? This manual gives the framework, methodology, skills and resources needed to organize and lead youth in sharing groups.
SKITuations That Make the Christian Life Real Steve and Cora Alley Gannam/Kubat Publishing, Inc. ©1988 Volume 5: Prayer and Bible Study – Skits for use in home, church and school.
Time With Jesus Thomas F. Catucci Ave Maria Press ©1993 Twenty Guided Meditations for Youth. Time With Jesus provides an exciting and effective way to bring a powerful sense of the presence and love of God to young people.
Can this be the Christ? Youth Ministry Planning Guide Carol A.V.R. Throntveit,Susan R. Niemi and William Congdon Augsburg Fortress ©1996 This guide includes topics chosen for youth by youth. It includes Bible studies, dramas, program topics, a retreat and other activities.
And It Was Good! Youth Ministry Planning Guide Susan R. Niemi, Andrea Lee Schieber, and Lori Rosenkvist Augsburg Fortress ©1995 This guide helps youth explore God’s goodness in the midst of a world that may seem less than good.

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When Conformity?
When Rebellion?		 The American Lutheran Church Augsburg Publishing House ©1968 Helping youth to know when to conform and when to rebel. The Christian seeks to conform or rebel in keeping with his commitment to Jesus as his Saviour.
Drama Sketch Singles! Willow Creek Community Church Zondervan ©1994 A catalogue of Sketch descriptions.
The Gospel According to Peanuts Robert L. Short Westminster John Knox Press©1965 This book examines the insights found in the comic strip PEANUTS and makes an expanded comment on these wonderfully imaginative parables of our times.
Teenagers Talk About SUICIDE Marion Crook NC Press Limited©1990 The straight goods on an almost forbidden subject. Question answered are: why try, who tries, what my family means to me, how to cope with crises, who is at risk, making suicide NOT the answer, helping myself and advice to other teens.
More Talksheets David Lynn Zondervan Publishing House Fifty ALL NEW creative discussions for high school youth groups. Includes: AIDS, sexual behaviour, knowing GOD, heaven and hell, cheating, Satanism, friends, divorce, the homeless and many more.
Called… A Youth Leadership Development Project Cam Befus, Maggie Theiss and Rev. John Thiess Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada©1992 Through training for Home Team Leadership, this presents a model of youth ministry that can be utilized at any time for youth ministry in a congregational setting.
Gathering SongsMusic for Youth Events (2 copies) Youth Ministry Committee – ELCIC Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada Includes: On This Rock, Awesome God, I Lift My Eyes Up, Shout to the Lord, There’s A Stirring, Lions, I Believe, I Do Believe, Humble Thyself, He Has Made Me Glad and many others. (23 in total).
Work of the People Keyboard/ Guitar Volume 1.5 Dakota Road Music Dakota Road Music©1997 Over 100 Songs with Seasonal, Liturgical and Biblical references. Includes: Christmas, Easter, Lent, Pentecost, Gathering, Praise, Offering, Communion and several other groups.
Worship & Praise Full Music Edition Augsburg Fortress Augsburg Fortress©1999 Carefully selected songs of the Christian faith, suitable for use in worship. Indexed in topics and themes and scripture references. Includes chords and drum kit patterns.
Steve Bell Romantics & Mystics Steve Bell (Adapted for piano by Mike Janzen) Contemporary Christian Music – Canada The music for the Romantics & Mystics Album. Includes: Here By the Water, Drumheller Circle, Remember Me and others.
The Music of Steve Bell 1989 – 1995 Steve Bell (Linda Schwartz & Lisa Ilchyshyn) Signpost Music©1998 Arrangements and Lead sheets. Includes: Wings of an Eagle, Jenny, Ready My Heart, Ride On – King Jesus, Hear our Prayer, Burning Ember and many more.
YOUTH SPIRIT Program ideas for church groups. Anne Saunders – Editor Wood Lake Books©1997 Youth Spirit collects the best youth group activities from over ten years of The Whole People of God. Includes: Pentecost, Advent & Christmas, Epiphany, Lent& Easter.
Creative Resources for Youth Ministry (green) Wayne Rice & Mike Yaconelli Saint Mary’s Press©1991 This is a collection of over 170 games, special events, and service projects particularly suited for small groups in a variety of spaces and circumstances.
Creative Resources for Youth Ministry (yellow) Wayne Rice & Mike Yaconelli Saint Mary’s Press©1991 This is a collection of over 175 cases and scenarios with directions for stimulating discussion on topics that concern young people today.

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Creative Resources for Youth Ministry (blue) Wayne Rice & Mike Yaconelli Saint Mary’s Press©1991 This collection offers over 160 cooperative games and activities that help put young people at ease, acquaint them with one another, and build a sense of community while providing enjoyment and learning.
Talksheets David Lynn Zondervan Publishing House ©1987 Fifty different talksheets for high school age youth. Includes: Drugs & alcohol, parents, premarital sex, materialism, suicide, prayer, rock music and many others.
Can this be the Christ? Carol Thronveit, Susan Niemi & William Congdon Evangelical Lutheran Church in America ©1996 Where do youth look for Christ? Where do they find Christ? Includes Bible studies, dramas, program topics and a retreat.
What Next? Donnita K. Moeller Augsburg Fortress©1997 Meeting and Surviving Change. Six-session Bible studies speak to decisions youth are making. Help them see how God is present as they make decisions.
Hang in There! Donnita K. Moeller Augsburg Fortress©1997 A Christian Look at Life’s Challenges. Six-session Bible studies speak to decisions youth are making. Help them see how God is present as they make decisions.
1996-1997 SERENDIPITY
Small Group Seminars		 Lyman Coleman Serendipity House©1996 New general group studies address the needs of 10 different groups including, men,Women, singles, youth and more.
Beginning a BASICS Group Lyman Coleman Serendipity House©1991 Sis sessions to examine your faith. Focuses on the Triune God, Forgiveness of sins, Resurrection of the Body and Everlasting Life. Includes IceBreakers, Bible Study and Caring Time.
FAITH – Living a Spiritual Life Clifton F. Guthrie Abingdon Press ©1999 Targets young adults in their 20’s and 30’s. Helps you examine your faith and grow as a Christian.
Hands-On Service Ideas for Youth Groups. Steve Case & Fred Cornforth Group Publishing ©1995 A practical, step-by-step plan for developing your group’s service lifestyle. How to organize sure-fire successes…and turn any project into a powerful community witness.
Smell the Color 9 Chris Rice Word Music ©2000 Word and music for 10 of Chris rice’s songs. Includes Face of Christ, Belong, Smell the Color 9, Life Means So Much, My Prayer and others.
Come, Now is the time to Worship Songbook Vineyard Music Vineyard Music Group©2000 Fifteen top Christian Songs. Includes arrangements, guitar sheets, and transparency masters.
WOW Worship Songbook (green) Integrity Music Integrity Music Inc.©2001 Today’s 30 most powerful worship songs. Includes Trading My Sorrows, My Redeemer Lives, Breath, Cry of my Heart, Great is the Lord and many others.
Rock, Paper, Scissors Lyle Benson, Jerry Fochler, Brad Burns Recreation, Parks & Wildlife Foundation ofAlberta This is a book for any organization. Using fun activities, organizations can encourage teamwork and active group participation. These activities can help create a dynamic group.
Creative WORSHIP Ideas Edited by Lois Keffer Group Publishing ©1993 70 meaningful ways to involve teenagers in the joy of worship. Fresh ideas for prayer, drama and music and interaction with the congregation.

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Worship Ideas for Youth Ministry Edited by Candace McMahan Group Publishing ©1997 Get your teenagers excited about worship – and help them encounter the love, majesty, and person of God. Each worship idea is based on a specific Scripture Passage from the Gospels.
Youth Ministry in Small Churches Rick Chromey Group Publishing ©1990 Building an effective group with a handful of young people. Grow closer to God, reach out to serve others, raising funds and build a tight knit group.
Faith is a Verb Kenneth Stokes Twenty-Third Publications ©1989 This book vibrantly illustrates that faith should not be static, rigid, or inflexible, but rather an emerging and continually developing process.
Innovative Worship Edited by Dennis R. McLaughlin Group Publishing ©1999 Add excitement and variety to your worship services with interactive ideas guaranteed to engage your congregation and lead them to a deeper experience with God.
Worshipping Ecumenically Edited by Per Harling WCC Publications ©1995 Orders of Service from Global Meetings with suggestions for Local use. Annotated orders of worship used at WCC Assemblies.
Will Our Children Have Faith? John H. Westerhoff, III Morehouse Publishing ©1976,2000 We are busy teaching our children about the Bible, but what about a personal commitment to Christ. There is a great difference about learning about the Bible and living as a disciple of Jesus Christ.
TAG, You’re It! Herb Brokering, Dick Hardel, Penne Peterson-Sewall Youth and Family Institute of Augsburg College Parables often say what clowns do. They leave space for the hearers to enter the meaning. That is why I like writing parables and celebrating life with clowns.
Access Guides to Youth Ministry – Spirituality Edited by Sharon Reed Salesian Society, Inc. ©1991 Can we offer adolescents a spiritually challenging vision of life that is exciting and worthy of their time, attention, and commitment?
Character Counts Karl Leuthauser Group Publishing ©1999 Short stories about real people, real conflicts and real faith. Include: Mother Teresa, Corrie Ten Boom, Billy Graham, George Frederic Handel, Martin Luther and many others.
Who Am I Inside Edited by Julie Meiklejohn Group Publishing ©1999 This book is about character. About who God created you to be. About who you are now… and who you want to be later.
Who Am I With Others Edited by Julie Meiklejohn Group Publishing ©1999 Because how you treat others says volumes about how you value others. And how you value God. And yourself.
Who Am I When Nobody’s Looking Edited by Julie Meiklejohn Group Publishing ©1999 Life is bout character- yours and God’s. Use this book to focus on your relationship with God and how your character reflects that relationship.
Worship Ideas for Youth Ministry Vol. 2 Edited by Amy Simpson Group Publishing ©1999 This collection of creative, inspiring worship experiences ushers teenagers into the presence of the living God. Scripture from Acts to Revelations.
Praying Our Stories Daniel Ponsetto Saint Mary’s Press©1992 Thirty stories and reflections in this book will prompt your own recollection of experiences with young people and share them with others.
I Know Things Now – Stories by Teenagers 1 Edited by Carl Koch Saint Mary’s Press ©1996 The stories in here are fascinating and moving. They make inspiring personal reading and serve as excellent discussion or reflection starters.

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Dreams Alive – Prayers by Teenagers Edited by Carl Koch Saint Mary’s Press©1991 The 148 prayers in Dreams Alive touch on issues and feelings at the heart of teenage life. Honest and articulate, optimistic or doubtful, these prayers reflect the insight and humor with which teenagers keep their dreams alive.
In Touch With The Word Lisa-Marie Calderone-Stewart Saint Mary’s Press©1998 This book contains prayerful reflections in the A cycle of the 3-year lectionary. The A-cycle highlights the gospel of Matthew.
GIFTS – The joy of serving GOD John Ortberg, Laurie Pederson, Judson Poling Zondervan Publishing House ©2000 Become more like Jesus / Overcome spiritual roadblocks / Cultivate intimacy with God / Reflect God’s character in everyday life / Renew your passion for spiritual growth
Courage for Hallelujahs Edited by Keri K. Wehlander United Church Publishing ©1997 Alternate Worship Resources for Lent and Easter.
Does GOD Have a Big Toe? Marc Gellman, Oscar de Mejo Harper Collins Publishers ©1989 Collection of short, funny stories is one man’s interpretation of how God did just that – with some very unlikely help.
Circles of Grace Keri K. Wehlander United Church Publishing ©1998 This book provides a collection of complete worship services for use by small groups, families and individuals. Themes include courage, healing and wisdom.
Joy is our Banquet Keri K. Wehlander United Church Publishing ©1996 Worship planners for small groups, retreats, committee meetings or special events. Complete with prayers, litanies, song suggestions, and biblical passages.
God’s Gifted People Gary L. Harbaugh Augsburg Publishing ©1988 Once we know what our true gifts are new possibilities open up for us in our personal and spiritual life.
Readiness for Religion Ronald Goldman Seabury Press ©1965 A basis for developmental religious education.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens Sean Covey Franklin Covey Co.©1998 A step-by-step guide to help teens improve self-image, build friendships, resist peer pressure, achieve their goals, get along with parents and much more.
Listening to God Charles Stanley Thomas Nelson Publishers ©1996 Dr. Stanley identifies the ways in which God gets attention and speaks, how to differentiate between God’s voice and Satan’s voice, how to actively listen to God, and now to sit in God’s presence.
Jesus Sows the Word: Parables in Matthew Rev. Nancy Koester The Rose Magazine ©1999 These parables will lead you into the way of Christ’s truth and life. Enjoy them, revel in them, let them bother, bless and delight you.
Am I the Only One Here With Faded Genes? Marie Chapman Bethany House Publishers ©1987 You can see yourself as the only one with ‘faded genes’ – an imperfect body, imperfect family, etc …or you can see yourself as God does – a person He loved enough to die for. God thinks you’re very valuable.
Biotechnology & Genetic Engineering Nandy Palardy United Church of Canada ©2000 Current issues, ethics, and theological reflections examines the spiritual, social, and moral dilemmas raised by biotechnology and genetic engineering and offers theological and ethical reflections on how we respond to the issues.
More Five-Minute Mysteries Ken Weber Stoddart Publishing Co.©1991 Spend a little time with liars, murderers, thieves, and eccentrics as you try to crack these 34 brand-new, baffling mysteries.

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Songs from Taizé 1994 J.Berthier Ateliers et press de Taizé Songs for worship in 14 languages.
Christians ALIVE Cliff Pederson

Augsburg Publishing ©1973

 Christians Alive is a practical handbook for Christian growth. How do we continue to grow as Christians?
How Far Will You go? Evelyn McFarlane &James Saywell Random House ©1999 Questions to test your limits.
Edgewise Edited by Lynn Granke National Youth Committee – ELCIC A Devotional book that includes insights, stories, experiences, from different people’s spiritual journeys.
Dying of Embarrassment & Living to Tell About It Lorraine Peterson Bethany House Publishers ©1988 This book faces the primary issues confronting teens at school, on the job and with friends and family.
Effective Youth Ministry Roland D. Martinson Augsburg Publishing House ©1988 This book is written to assist a congregation in establishing an effective, youth ministry.
Prayers for Dawn & Dusk Edward F. Gabriele Saint Mary’s Press ©1986 A Devotional book that follows the liturgical seasons and also includes prayers for special needs.
150 More Stories for Preachers & Teachers Jack McArdle Twenty-Third Publications ©1996 A wealth of stories and anecdotes that help communicate Jesus’ Gospel message.
Stories for the Gathering William R. White Augsburg Fortress ©1997 A treasury of contemporary and traditional stories arranged under four themes: Christmas and other festivals, Lent & Easter, Faith & Hope, Wisdom & Foolishness.
Hoof ‘N Mouth Disease Edward W. Thorn CSS Publishing Company ©1998 Biblical Monologues and how to do them. In a day when pastors are searching for creative ways to share the biblical story comes this delightful book.
Amazing Grace Edited by Gwen Ellis Zondervan Publishing House ©1999 Reflections of God’s incredible love for us.
Good Grace-filled GOD Eh! Coordinated by Krister Ulmanis Youth Ministry Committee – ELCIC©1996 This devotional book is divided into the seasons of the church year. It contains poems, prayers, litanies, games, word puzzles and 2 sermon plays. This book is good for youth groups.
Seven Days a Week –Faith in Action Nelvin Vos Fortress Press ©1985 This book is intended above all to help the Christian laity develop their understanding of how we are called to serve and minister today.
Readings for Reflection and Meditation CS Lewis Fount Paperback ©1992 The extracts in this book give a powerful insight into Lewis’ beliefs and ideas.
The Celebration of Life Norman Cousins Bantam Books ©1974 A dialogue on hope, spirit, and the immortality of the soul.
The Alpha Course Manual Nicky Gumbel HTB Publications ©1995 Why did Jesus die? Who is the Holy Spirit? How should we live our lives? Discover the answers to these and other important questions.
Recover from Loss Lewis Tagliaferre & Gary L. Harbaugh, Ph.D. Health Communications, Inc. ©1990 A personalized guide to the grieving process. How to survive the loss of a loved one, and understand why you feel the way you do.

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Faith is … Pamela Reeve Multnomah Press ©1970 A book on the many things faith is.
Life’s Little Inspiration Book Margaret Fishback Powers Harper Collins Publishers ©1995 A collection of sayings, thoughts and quotes.
God is Near Edited by Kelli B. Trujillo Group Publishing ©2001 God … is near. He is a part of every moment of you life. Evidence of his love, his truth, his presence is all around you. This is a collection of 30 personal devotions.
100 Prayers for Making Faith Connections Compiled by John van Bemmel Thomas More Publishing ©1999 Prayer is the bond that links all of our relationships together. How do we relate to God, Jesus, creation and others?
Ungame (teens version)   Talicor Incorporated ©1989 A unique game to understand yourself and to share opinions, feelings and beliefs.
No Frills Etc. (about becoming youth leader)   ELCIC – Division for Parish Life The no frills, no gimmicks, no budget truth about becoming a home team leader.
“The EDGE”   National Youth Gathering – ELCIC The EDGE – Highlight Video National Lutheran Youth GatheringRegina, Saskatchewan, August 10 – 13, 2000
Only in God Edited by Valentine H Henning National Youth Ministry Committee – ELCIC A devotional book that was distributed at the CLYG of 1994. Many authors and illustrators contributed to this project of the National Youth Ministry Committee.
Theological Themes of Youth Ministry William Myers The Pilgrim Press ©1987 A book for youth ministry. Seven theological themes utilizing a “lectionary/seasons-of-the-year framework, provide this book’s core. (2 copies)
The Emerging Generation Reginald W. Bibby & Donald C. Posterski Irwin Publishing ©1985 What do teenagers today really think about their parents, their friends,about growing up, job prospects, relationships and sex, nuclear war, music, happiness… and hopes for the future? A survey of 3,000 young people across Canada.
Five Cries of Youth Merton P. Strommen Harper & Row ©1974 This book tells how church young people feel about God, themselves, the church, their families, the state of the world, sex and love, and their own vision of the future. A survey of 7,000 youth across the country.
Adolescent Psychology John J. Mitchell Holt, Rinehart and Winston of Canada ©1979 This book talks about the treatment of adolescent sexuality, adolescent storm and stress, and adolescent physical growth. The book divides youth into 3 distinct age groups.
What Really Matters? Setting Priorities. Fran & Jill Sciacca Zondervan Publishing House ©1988 What controls my priorities? What things are important to God? How can I stand up for what’s important to me? What things last forever?
Burgers, Fries. A Friend to Go. Making Friends. Fran & Jill Sciacca Zondervan Publishing House ©1987 Is it okay to be picky in choosing friends? How important is faithfulness in friendship? How do I balance my friendships – Christian & non-Christian? How can I be Jesus friend?
Teen Trends – A nation in Motion Reginald W. Bibby & Donald C. Posterski Stoddart Publishing Co. ©1992 Comprehensive up-to-date findings on youth in Canada. This book documents 10 dominant directions young people are taking today. What are we doing right and what are we doing wrong?

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Just a Minute, Lord – Prayers for Girls Lois Walfrid Johnson Augsburg Publishing House ©1973 Are you happy? Thankful? Lonely? Sad? Impatient? Frustrated? The prayers in this book will help you start your conversations with God.
Which Way are You Leading Me, Lord Nate Aaseng Augsburg Publishing House ©1984 Bible Devotions for Boys. Self-worth, guilt, peer pressure. These stories about everyday struggles can help you trust in God and accept yourself.
It’s A Mystery to Me, Lord. David Allen Sorensen Augsburg Publishing House ©1985 It all started when four boys tried to solve the mystery of an eerie, green light in their neighborhood… Follow the adventure as it leads to excitement and new discoveries in this Bible mystery book.
Tough Days and Talks with God Dean Nadasdy Augsburg Publishing House ©1989 Prayers are talks with God you can have anywhere, about anything, and in your own words. The good days and the tough days, the things that lift you up or get you down, the things you wonder – all can become talks with God. ( 2 copies)
When Easy Answers Play Hard to Get Stephen & Amanda Sorenson Augsburg Publishing House ©1984 Realistic stories to encourage Bible-based decision-making. Thirteen stories that let you decide what to do. Handling pressure from parents, friends and family members.
Stepping Over Stones Marian Flandrick Bray Augsburg Publishing House ©1988 Have you ever wished God would give you a friend? Wanted to get along better with your family? The stories in this book will help you learn more about how God works in your life.
God Will not Forget You. Charles S. Mueller Augsburg Publishing House ©1983 For the newly confirmed. A popular speaker who understands the needs and concerns of young people shows the many different ways God has promised to guide and care for us.
It’s My Life Michael L. Sheer Augsburg Publishing House ©1986 The 10 stories in this book will help you deal with challenges in your life and discover how God can help you make good decisions for the future.
Where Do I Fit In? Dyan LeVander Augsburg Publishing House ©1989 Do you sometimes feel out of place or alone? This book of prayer will help you express your joys and your fears. There is someone who cares and listens. That someone is God.
Bible Readings for Teenagers. Charles S. Mueller Augsburg Publishing House ©1982 Devotions for teen. Includes subjects of friends, school, church, popularity, military service, money, careers, music and hobbies.
Adolescent Spirituality Charles M. Shelton Loyola University Press ©1983 Pastoral ministry for high school and college youth. A realistic insight into adolescent growth dynamics with the challenging ideals of traditional Christian sexual morality.
Glory & Praise – Classic Edition American Liturgy Resources Epoch Universal Publications ©1990 Contemporary songbook.
Alive in Christ – Living Resources for Youth John Stevens Kerr Parish Life Press ©1984 What people prize and hold important – their principle and belief – play a crucial role in determining their thought, behavior, and style of living.
Generation On hold James E. Côte Stoddart Publishing Co. ©1994 Coming of age in the late Twentieth Century. Talks about a generation on hold. About young people often being dependent on their parents until their thirties.
Theories of Adolescence Rolf E. Muuss Random House ©1962 The main purpose of this book is to give a systematic and comprehensive picture of different theoretical positions and to show whenever appropriate among them.

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Celebrating Global Mission Division for Congregational Ministries Evangelical Lutheran Church of America ©1991 Organizing programs for Hunger Education
The Small Catechism in a Hungry World Excerpts reprinted from Martin Luther Augsburg Fortress ©1960 The Ten Commandments, The Apostles’ Creed, The Lord’s Prayer, The Sacrament of Holy Baptism, The Sacrament of Holy Communion.
Belonging – Hangin’ Together Lyman Coleman Serendipity House ©1994 Seven Sessions on Friendship. Applying Scripture to the critical issues that youth face today.
Forbid Them Not Carolyn Brown Abingdon Press ©1992 Involving children in Sunday Worship. Meaningful worship for everyone in church. Suggestions for prayers, hymns, litanies and sermon illustrations. Includes reproducible worksheets.
Creative Confirmation Julie Henriksen Bowe, Robin Currie & Margaret Marcrander Augsburg Fortress © 1989 Community Building Activities and Games for Confirmation class leaders.
Building Self-Esteem Jerome Trahey Resource Publications Inc. ©1992 A Workbook for Teens. Help teens discover their innate goodness and worth.
Don’t Be Afraid Martin W. Steyer The Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod ©1970 How does God participate in the creation of a new generation? How does the Gospel of Jesus Christ become the source of a new life in the world and freedom from every evil power?
The church CLIP ART book Steve Hunt & Dave Adamson Zondervan Publishing House ©1988 Contemporary Graphic Arts Material for the Church. Headlines, borders, phrases, titles, symbols and illustrations. Ready to use on bulletins, newsletters & calendars.
Youth Talk Health Karen Matthias-Long Augsburg Fortress ©1994 Magazine articles include dance the Devil Away, Looking Good, Living with Moods, Chemical Equations, and Biomedical Ethics. (Student Copy)
Youth Talk – Voices & Messages Ralph Yernberg Augsburg Fortress ©1994 Magazine Articles include: Media Madness, TV Time, Film Fans, Conscience & Choice, It’s Got Rhythm. (Student Copy)
Youth Talk Health Karen Matthias-Long Augsburg Fortress ©1994 Magazine articles include: Dance the Devil Away, Looking Good, Living with Moods, Chemical Equations, and Biomedical Ethics. (Leader Guide)
Youth Talk – Work & Play Richard W. Swanson Augsburg Fortress ©1994 Magazine articles include: Be Your own Timekeeper, Make time for Recreation, Working Overtime, Being Money-wise, Vocation Plans. ( Student Copy)
Youth Talk – Work & Play Richard W. Swanson Augsburg Fortress ©1994 Magazine articles include: Be Your won Timekeeper, Make time for Recreation, Working Overtime, Being Money-wise, Vocation Plans. (Leader Guide)
Youth Talk – Family Life Stanley N. Olson & Peter A. Sethre Augsburg Fortress ©1994 Magazine articles include: Cross Purposes, Family Reunion, Fighting Fair, All Family Systems Go?, Get the Message. (Student Copy)
Youth Talk – Family Life Stanley N. Olson & Peter A. Sethre Augsburg Fortress © 1994 Magazine articles include: Cross Purposes, Family Reunion, Fighting Fair, All Family Systems Go?, Get the Message. (Leader Copy)

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Youth Talk – Relationships Deborah S. Yandala Augsburg Fortress © 1994 Magazine articles include: Being a Friend, In Place of Prejudice, Differing Abilities, Somebody worth Knowing, Families at Work. (Student Copy)
Youth Talk – Relationships Deborah S. Yandala Augsburg Fortress © 1994 Magazine articles include: Being a Friend, In Place of Prejudice, Differing Abilities, Somebody Worth Knowing, Families at Work. (Leader Guide)
Youth Talk - Religion Lawrence R. Wohlrabe Augsburg Fortress © 1994 Magazine articles include: The BOOK, What’s the God word?, The four Rs, Religious Smorgasbord, High Pressure Religion. (Student Copy)
Youth Talk – Religion Lawrence R. Wohlrabe Augsburg Fortress © 1994 Magazine articles include: The BOOK, What’s the God word? The four Rs, Religious Smorgasbord, High Pressure Religion. (Leader Guide)
Youth Talk – Self-esteem Julie Henriksen Bowe Augsburg Fortress © 1994 Magazine articles include: When mistakes Add Up, The Lonely Number 1, The world Needs YOU!, Under Cover, Shopping for Values. (Student Copy)
Youth Talk – Self-esteem Julie Henriksen Bowe Augsburg Fortress © 1994 Magazine articles include: When mistakes Add Up, The Lonely Number 1, The World Needs YOU!, Under Cover, Shopping for Values. (Leader Guide)
Youth Talk – Justice Y. Franklin Ishida Augsburg Fortress © 1994 Magazine articles include: A Peace In Action, Who Will Pay?, It’s Not Fair!, The Power Source, Caretakers of Life. (Student Copy)
Youth Talk – Justice Y. Franklin Ishida Augsburg Fortress © 1994 Magazine articles include: A Peace In Action, Who Will Pay?, It’s Not Fair!, The Power Source, Caretakers of Life. (Leader Guide)
Youth Talk – Violence Catherine Malotky Augsburg Fortress © 1994 Magazine articles include: Peer Power, Picture Power, Gang Power, Person Power, and Kin Power. (Student Copy)
Youth Talk – Violence Catherine Malotky Augsburg Fortress © 1994 Magazine articles include: Peer Power, Picture Power, Gang Power, Person Power, and Kin Power. (Leader Guide)
Youth Talk – Heroes & Role Models Katherine S. Miller Augsburg Fortress © 1994 Magazine articles include: Role Models to Avoid, Rebel With a Cause, Heroes: Bigger than Life, Role Models to Watch, Who Looks up to You? (Student Copy)
Youth Talk – Heroes & Role Models Katherine S. Miller Augsburg Fortress © 1994 Magazine articles include: Role Models to Avoid, Rebel With a Cause, Heroes: Bigger than Life, Role Models to Watch, Who Looks up to You? (Leader Guide)
Youth Talk – Real Difficulties Robert H. Albers Augsburg Fortress © 1994 Magazine articles include: When You Hit the Pit, The Final Curtain, Living in a Kaleidoscope, Good Grief, Facing Death (Student Copy)
Youth Talk – Real Difficulties Robert H. Albers Augsburg Fortress © 1994 Magazine articles include: When You Hit the Pit, The Final Curtain, Living in a Kaleidoscope, Good Grief, Facing Death (Leader Guide)

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