There are a variety of materials and programs available to help you learn more. Contact the nearest location.
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Additional Resources
General Church Educational Materials
Selections from the Catalog of Religious Materials
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For Children:
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 Level 4: Joshua and Judges is the first completed level of the new Jacob’s Ladder series for use in the home by individual students. Level 4 is roughly equivalent to grade 4 in American schools, but older and some younger students may also find the material interesting and instructive. Joshua and Judges leads the student through the dramatic stories of Joshua’s conquest of the Land of Canaan and the feats of the Judges of Israel as they liberated the Children of Israel from the oppression of their enemies. Also included are special lessons for Christmas, Easter and New Church Day.
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In the Student Activity Book, each lesson allows for a variety of creative responses from the student. Activities include dramatic coloring pictures, projects, journal writing, puzzles, map work, question-and-answers pages, and quotations to color and display.
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 CDs are included with a track for each lesson with Rev. Jeremy Simons introducing each lesson, reading the story from the Word so the student can follow along, and practicing the recitations with them.
A separate parent manual provides background information for each lesson, suggestions for preparing the student for lessons, questions for discussion, and answer pages for the student activities.
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 This program is sold at cost. However, we do not want lack of funds to prevent you from receiving this program. Please note that payment plans and scholarships are available. For further information, contact Jill Rogers at 215-914-4953 or JHRogers@newchurch.edu. Jacob’s Ladder Level 4: GL-404 $48.00
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The Jacob’s Ladder series will follow the same sequence as the recently developed General Church Schools’ Religion Curriculum. It is designed to gradually replace the current Grade Level lessons (see pages 18-19). Level 4 is the first in the series to be ready. Other levels, from Kindergarten through 6th grade, are currently in development. While the Jacob’s Ladder Program is primarily for use by individual students in the home, ministers and Sunday School teachers may also find it useful. For more information, please contact Rev. Philip B. Schnarr or Jill Rogers. |
Learning about the Lord one level at a time |
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 The Story of Samuel
"Samuel heard someone calling him! He thought it was Eli, so Samuel answered, 'Here I am!' But it was not Eli who had called Samuel. It was the Lord!" Tenderly retold and subtly illustrated by JoAnn Bruser, the story of Samuel, Hannah and Eli is brought to life for a new generation of children who also listen for the Lord's call. A reprinting of the beloved children's book, newly reformatted and with a new picture. 8½ x 11, spiral bound, $4.95.
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 Swedenborg Gets to the Heart of the Matter: This historical novel for intermediate school children describes the journeys that Swedenborg took while studying the human body, particularly the heart and lungs, in the 1730s and 40s. Written by Freya H. Fitzpatrick, describing Swedenborg's actual travel adventures. Color photographs show the places that he lived and visited. 48 pages. Perfect bound. BK-039 $6.95
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 Three Maidens and the Word  Maidens in heaven study the Word together everyday. But when two ofthem stop reading, their books disappear, so the maidens must set out on a journey to find the Lord's Word.Written by Vera P. Glenn from one of Swedenborg's experiences in heaven, the story shows children the value and joy of reading the Word. Young girls will delight in the charming pictures by Mary S. Cooper. 19 pages. BK-036 $2.95
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 The Power of the Lord's Word In this simple retelling of Apocalypse Revealed 566, evil spirits are shown how beautiful and holy the Lord's Word appears in heaven and are shown what happens to anyone who tries to twist the truth. Written and illustrated by Michéle Bongers Smith. Reformatted in 2001.
BK-018 $4.95
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 The Angel of the Lord by Vera P. Glenn. A detailed look at the stories depicted in 10 of the windows of the Bryn Athyn Cathedral showing angel messengers appearing to Old Testament people. Includes some overview of the history of the churches and the internal sense of the Old Testament. Also included is an essay by Jonathan Kline on the making of stained glass windows. Illustrations include color photographs of the Cathedral windows and drawings by Jacquie Bostock of the angels on translucent paper that can be colored. Suitable for upper elementary school and beyond. 110 pages. Perfect bound. BK-044 $14.95
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For Adults:
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 Order Within the Lord's Word This series of classes by the Rev. Prescott A. Rogers shows us the map for spiritual life that is given in the Heavenly Doctrines. Rev. Rogers explores the many connections that abound amongst the doctrines, leading ultimately to a multi-dimensional understanding of the Lord Himself.
5 cassettes. CA-101 $15.00
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 Hidden in the Bible Have you ever wanted to sit down and thumb through the teachings in the Bible with an eye to their spiritual sense? In this 4 part series, Rev. Douglas Taylor guides you through an ordered reading to uncover important spiritual subjects. A fascinating journey through the depth of Biblical text.
3 videotapes. CA-105 $15.00
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 Obedience and Freedom Obedience and freedom often seem to be in oposition. The late Rt. Rev. George de Charms explains why the two are equally important, the ways in which they are dependent on each other, and how we can work to balance the two in our parenting.
PB-009 $0.50
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Laying the Foundation for Understanding
How can parents and teachers help children to enjoy the stories of the Word? This pamphlet contains some excellent ideas, prepared by the Rev. Eric H. Carswell, on the importance of imagination and representation. B-007 $0.50
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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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browse The General Church online bookstore at www.newchurch.org
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