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The Lord Is My Shepherd

- May 2002

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There are a variety of materials and programs available to help you learn more. Contact the nearest location.

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General Church Educational Materials

Selections from the Catalog of Religious Materials

Children's Books

The Lord Gives Us Everything

A "feely" book for toddlers. Through the five senses that the Lord has given them, toddlers can be made aware of the Lord's continual presence in their lives. This book offers opportunities for little ones to see, hear, smell, taste, touch and feel the wonders of His creation. Illustrated by Marguerite Acton.
BK-042 $7.95

The Unseen Companions

This book introduces the concepts of guardian angels, where ideas come from, and making choices. Written and beautifully illustrated for 7-11 year olds by Bridget Swinton. 32 pages. Also available in Danish.
BK-021 $4.95

Gifts from the Lord

In this book, DeNese Olson lovingly tells young children that they are all precious gifts from the Lord to their families. The text sensitively explains that this is true whether the children were adopted by their parents or born to them. Photographs of parents and children show the joy of family love. 31 pages.
BK-034 $5.95

Chelsea's Dream

Chelsea is a big first-grader now, not a little girl. But she is afraid to go to sleep at night until a wonderful dream shows her that the Lord and His angels are always protecting her. Deals with a familiar situation to help parents reassure their own children. Written by Jessica Myatt Baker; illustrated by Ruth Homber. 32 pages.
BK-035 $4.95

I Can't But the Lord Can

Written with simple sentences for beginning readers by Shanon Jungé Smith (also the illustrator), this book shows how understanding that all power comes from the Lord changes "I Can't" into "I Can," whether it is in helping to carry groceries, doing homework, or just feeling happy instead of sad. 20 pages.
BK-037 $2.95

Materials for Adults

Great Laws of the Divine Providence
A moving discussion by Rev. Frederick L. Schnarr of the government of the Lord's Divine Love and Wisdom and how that government operates. 5 classes followed by questions. Ideal for individual or group study.
CA-005 $10.00

Divine Providence

This course, given as Religion 210 at Bryn Athyn College, studies the preservation of order in the human kingdom and all creation. Rt. Rev. Alfred Acton examines Divine Providence, defined as the government of Divine Love and Wisdom, and the laws by which the Lord leads us. Text is Divine Providence. May be taken for credit. 10 classes; approx. 1.5 hours per class.
AC-A07 $30.00 rental only.

To Gently Lead from Child to Angel — Thoughts on Parenting

Being a parent is the most challenging job in the world. You face tough situations daily and make decisions that can have lasting effects. How can you keep parenting a matter of prevention, rather than merely reactions to problems when they arise? Kathleen de Maine Simons draws on both her training as a teacher and her own experience as a parent to suggest some answers based on looking to the Lord together as a family. Includes lists of inspirational books and movies for children.
PB-701 $6.95

The Uses of Old Age

What are the uses the Lord intends for us to serve in our senior years? How can we keep this higher vision in clear focus? Rev. Frank S. Rose examines these questions for our senior citizens.
PB-102 $1.00

To order contact:

The General Church Office of Education
P.O. Box 743 - Cairncrest
1100 Cathedral Road
Bryn Athyn, PA 19009
Phone: 215-914-4949
Fax: 215-914-4935
E-mail: oed@newchurch.org

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