Regional Council of Churches of Atlanta
Resources
''Daily Grace’’, iPhone app from Women of the ELCA, is now available! Daily Grace, an on-the-go companion for your journey, offers a faith reflection every day. Go to dailyGrace for more information and to download this free app.
Luther Seminary's Enter the Bible has extensive historical, theological, and literary analyses of every book in the Bible with supporting information about ancient Near Eastern history and culture. It includes passage-by-passage comments on biblical texts, many of which also offer links to video presentations by biblical scholars. It has maps, glossaries, identifications of biblical people and places, and art images. If you create a free account and log in, you can save links, take notes, and follow ready-made study paths.
Read the Bible in a Year, a schedule from the N. GA Conference, UMC.
OpenYale free online courses in New Testament and the Hebrew Bible taught by Yale professors.
Revised Common Lectionary
Common Lectionary designed especially for Baptist, Reformed and Free Church/Congregationalist traditions.
Audio Bible Study from BaptistWay Press.
ScriptureEcho an unusual and dramatic process for reading scripture in a group.
Launched this January, a new service called FaithElement brings several innovations to small group Bible study for youth and adults. The materials are free for church groups to use, with funding coming from sponsorships. You won’t want to miss FaithElement and The Faith Lab; read more and find links at FaithElement
Regional Council collection of Bible On Line resources.
The Partnership at Drugfree resources.
Runaway Youth Safety Act from the Alliance to End Homelessness read about it, facts and advocacy needs and opportunities .
Timothy Project offers Summer Mission Projects. The Timothy Project coordinates summer mission activities that are youth-oriented. For upcoming opportunities or or more information, visit Timothy, cliff@thetimothyprojects.com or call 877-333-9986.
The Rt. Rev. Steven Charleston, a Bishop of the Episcopal Church, wrote a blessing we have included at RCCAtl.org . You might copy it and print it out on a card to hand out to any LGBT youth who may someday find themselves at risk.
The Columbia Theological Seminary Youth Ministry Leadership Initiative Certificate Program Entire schedule for the coming year.
To seek help for a child who may be a victim of commercial sexual exploitation call 404-602-0068.
Free groups meeting in the area for those concerned with eating disorders.
Safe America Foundation offers a number of different programs on teen driving safety and drivers education.
GodlyPlay Children's Christian Formation.
Interfaith Children's Movement
Prevent Child Abuse Georgia’s 1-800-CHILDREN Helpline is a toll-free and confidential resource for all Georgians. The Helpline offers emotional support, information, and referrals to community resources on any family issue, Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm at 1-800-CHILDREN (244-5373) or (404) 870-6580. For more information, see PreventChildAbuse.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in partnership with Liz Claiborne, Inc. have developed a new online training, "Dating Matters: Understanding Teen Dating Violence Prevention." The training will help educators, youth leaders, and others working with teens understand the importance of healthy relationships and how to prevent violence before it starts. Find out more and participate at CDC.gov
Passport Summer Camps, summer camp with a mission, for your children or youth group's summer plans. Check out the options for children and youth in varying locations with exciting options to fit your ministry goals at Passport.
Underage alcohol use contributes to risky behaviors such as violence and drunk driving as well as poor academic performance. Youth who use alcohol before age 15 are 5 times more likely to become alcohol dependent than adults who began drinking at age 21 and are at much higher risk for serious health consequences as adults. Resources for Red Ribbon Week to Stop Underage Drinking at StopAlcoholAbuse.
Under Your Influence has a wealth of information and ideas to combat underage drinking.
Male Responsibility Program, Adolescent Health and Youth Development, is in the process of scheduling Wise Guys training. The curriculum is designed to prevent adolescent pregnancy by teaching young males self-responsibility, primarily in the area of sexual development. Conducted by caring, trained, adult facilitators, the program helps youth to identify their long-range personal and career goals and encourages them to focus on their goals as they make decisions throughout adolescence. If you are interested please contact Phillip Oliver at pjoliver@dhr.state.ga.us.
Fulton County’s Neighborhood Union Health Center Tweens and Teens Clinic for youth between the ages of 10-12 and teens 13-18 years old. The Center will offer expanded services to meet the specific needs and concerns of adolescents. The Clinic will open every fourth Thursday from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m., during the after school hours. Neighborhood Union Health Center is located at 186 Sunset Avenue in Atlanta. For more information call 404-612-4665.
National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
Catholic Charities Atlanta’s Pregnancy, Parenting & Adoption Program offers Parent Talk, a resource for new parents who need pregnancy and parenting education, who need to prepare for a new baby and need extra support, or who have a 6 month old infant or younger. Parent Talk will help provide a healthy and secure environment in which to raise a child. Contact Catholic Charities at 404/885-7274, or 404/885-7466.
UNICEF Report on the World's Children
Look at beltline.org for student oriented Atlanta Beltline activities and ideas to get your young people involved in greening and building the community — get engaged, create a program, make a difference in the lives of our future leaders.
Need help with Ministry Business? Candler School of Theology will offer the National Institute in Church Finance and Administration during the month of June, as training toward professional certification in Business Administration. NICFA consists of four weeks of on-campus seminars and one individual project. Satisfactory completion of the seminars and a project allows participants to apply for certification as a Church Business Administrator (CBA) through the National Association of Church Business Administration. NICFA also meets the criteria for denomination Certification as well. For more information and to register visit Certain.com
National Institute in Church Finance and Administration at Candler 2011
Copyright Information for Churches
Alban Institute essay on congregational management
Lifelong Learning Announces ‘’Social Networking Media in Congregations: Possibilities & Practicalities’’ July 26-29. The Center for Lifelong Learning invites you to this interactive event designed to help church leaders explore, plan, launch, and maintain social networking media such as Facebook, ConstantContact, Twitter, blogs, YouStream, Skype, Flickr, and podcasts. You'll learn how to choose from the huge array of social networking options, based on what your ministry wants to accomplish. Read about this and other opportunities at Columbia Theological Seminary Center for Lifelong Learning.
ctsnet.edu.
Partners for Sacred Places is the only national, non-sectarian, non-profit organization devoted to helping congregations and their communities sustain and actively use older and historic sacred places.
Help for Church and Synagogue Libraries. Church and Synagogue Association
From FCS urban ministries, Community Grounds Cafe provides churches and businesses with their coffee needs (and all fair trade coffee), and in doing so, provide work for someone who wouldn't otherwise have it in South Atlanta. Visit Community Grounds or contact Jeff Delp, jeff@fcsministries.org, for more information.
Sacred Spaces and an Abundant Life: Worship Spaces as StewardshipDownload this great resource- remember you must log in but it only takes a second.
Earth Covenant Ministry, a partnership among congregations of the Presbytery of Greater Atlanta and other faith-based organizations and individuals responding to the biblical and denominational call to renew right relationship with God’s Earth, is now on facebook.
PowerWise from GIPL
ILoveMountainss
Sacred Spaces from the National Council of Churches Eco Justice group for Earth Day 2010. Remember you must log in to download; it only takes a second.
Greening Your Holidays from GIPL
Earth Day is April 22 suggestions and a listing of events in our community from Georgia Interfaith Power and Light. See RCCAtl.org
Remember that Georgia Interfaith Power and Light has both worship service preachers and teachers and educational class materials and speakers. Contact them at info@gipl.org or visit GIPL
Season of Creation focuses on the September Creation celebration but has many resources for year-long worship, sermons, children's programs, etc.
Sacred Spaces and an Abundant Life: Worship Spaces as StewardshipDownload this great resource- remember you must log in but it only takes a second.
Georgians for Alternative to the Death Penalty is the statewide coalition of concerned organizations and individuals working for greater fairness in Georgia's criminal justice system and an end to capital punishment. There are currently active chapters in Atlanta, Macon, and Athens We welcome Sam Gonzalez, new coordinator to the Georgia office. He will be pleased to talk with you or to your congregation about the organization. 678-431-6078.
An interesting website if you are looking for information about the death penalty is Death Penalty Info.
Salt Lake Tribune offers this interesting article detailing the opposition or support for the death penalty that is found among people of faith.
Audio and text resources of the Rev. John R. Gunn's popular ‘’Be Still and Know’’ radio ministry are now available at Day1.org, the website of the national ecumenical Day1 radio ministry. Site users will be able to access nearly 200 audio files from the long-running series, as well as hundreds of text files for study, sermon preparation, and devotional uses. Born in 1877, Rev. Gunn was a Baptist minister, author, and newspaper columnist. In 1926, the editor of a Fort Wayne newspaper invited Rev. Gunn to write a brief meditation daily for their editorial page--and he did so for 36 years. For more information, call toll free 888-411-Day-1 or check Day1.org.
Partnership Against Domestic Violence crisis line 1-800-33-Haven
Georgia Crisis & Access Line 1-800-715-4225.
FaithTrust Institute is a national, multifaith, multicultural training and education organization working to end sexual and domestic violence. One of its guiding principles is that it is possible to transform individuals, families, communities and institutions through education and the power of our faith traditions. Read about this nonprofit with offices in Seattle and Durham at FaithTrustInstitute
Interdenominational Theological Center (ITC)
READY. You agree to promote emergency preparedness during September. Membership is at no cost and you will receive access to the NPM Website where you can find a toolkit that includes templates, resources, and tips to assist you with promoting emergency preparedness. Your organization will also be listed on the National Preparedness Month website.
Are you ready? The hurricane and storm season is upon us. Do you have a plan for your family or household? Did you prepare an emergency kit? Are you informed?Catholic Charities Disaster Preparedness and Response Program can help you to prepare in case disaster strikes. Speakers can be arranged to address your groups of individuals or provide you with valuable resources to help you get prepared. Please call Ethel Higgins at 770.296.2198 or e-mail to ehiggins@archatl.com
The Metro Atlanta RSVP Volunteer Program has speakers who are available to make free educational presentations to your senior groups on topics that will help older adults live independent healthy lifestyles. ‘’How to be Prepared for Emergencies & Disasters’’ is one topic. See others at the link below and find a request form there as well. For more information call 404 463-3119 or email enaumann@atlantaregional.com. RSVP.
Baptist Center for Ethics newsletter
Catholic Charities Atlanta’s Pregnancy, Parenting & Adoption Program offers Parent Talk, a resource for new parents who need pregnancy and parenting education, who need to prepare for a new baby and need extra support, or who have a 6 month old infant or younger. Parent Talk will help provide a healthy and secure environment in which to raise a child. Contact Catholic Charities at 404/885-7274, or 404/885-7466.
FRAME-Works offers fun and free relationship building events for couples who are expecting a baby or have a new born. For more information or to register, please call Felicia at 1-888-44-FRAME.
Free groups meeting in the area for those concerned with eating disorders.
To seek help for a child who may be a victim of commercial sexual exploitation call 404-602-0068.
Prevent Child Abuse Georgia’s 1-800-CHILDREN Helpline is a toll-free and confidential resource for all Georgians. The Helpline offers emotional support, information, and referrals to community resources on any family issue. Available Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm at 1-800-CHILDREN (244-5373) or (404) 870-6580. For more information, see PreventChildAbuse.
Georgia Crisis & Access Line 1-800-715-4225.
Partnership Against Domestic Violence crisis line 1-800-33-Haven
SHARED HOUSING RESOURCE FOR HOME OWNERS AND TENANTS
matches tenants who need a home with homeowners that have a room to spare - also tenants who will provide services for the homeowner in exchange for reduced or free rent. HOUSEMATE MATCH is a United Way funded agency. Call Lynne Dyckman at 678.812.3729, see HousemateMatch or email lynne.dyckman@atlantajcc.org.
FaithTrust Institute offers training and material dedicated to ending domestic and sexual violence. Office in Durham and Seattle.
2020 Georgia is a broad alliance of community leaders and organizations. The common goal is to promote a balanced approach to budget and revenue solutions that meet the short and long-term needs of our state and its people.
Credability offers in-person seminars that can help people in your community begin to gain financial control. There are over 40 classes to choose from that can be presented to your church or organization. If you are interested in learning more about hosting a financial literacy course, contact Laura Creamer at tlaura.creamer@cccsinc.org or 404-734-5645.
World Refugee Day Resources
HalftheSky Overview of Nicholas Kristoff's book Half The Sky , inspiring and to the point on why connecting with women in developing countries is critical. How educating girls and empowering women can help fight poverty and extremism.
Learn how to host a Fair Trade Day.
Learn about TheGirlEffect.
Visit the new website of Georgia Coalition to Prevent Genocide.
Enough the project to end genocide and crimes against humanity at Enough
UNICEF Report on the World's Children
From FCS urban ministries, Community Grounds Cafe provides churches and businesses with their coffee needs (and all fair trade coffee), and in doing so, provide work for someone who wouldn't otherwise have it in South Atlanta. Visit Community Grounds or contact Jeff Delp, jeff@fcsministries.org, for more information.
Mental Health Ministry
The Compassionate Congregations Toolkit was created by C.H.I.P. a coalition of clinicians, nonprofit organizations, faith-based and secular agencies, public agencies, and congregations, to put into the hands of clergy and faith leaders the tools they need to promote faith communities where awareness, welcome, support, appropriate referral, and spiritual care for individuals and families facing mental illness are provided, where barriers of fear and stigma are broken down by openness, education, and personal connection. The first focus in the Tool Box preparation, what do you need to help when you encounter someone who needs your help. Please have a look on www.chipgeorgia.com, select Compassionate Congregations Clergy Tool Box.
Peace
Atlanta City of Peace unites and supports global peace efforts. The website has a good list of peace-building organizations. Visit AtlantaCityofPeace.org
Poverty
Check out “A Place at the Table”, a documentary that highlights the problem of undernourished and underfed in America.
Essay There are plenty of heroes out there. But fewer, I think, are those willing to embrace the disciplines of accompaniment expressed in “fidelity to the daily round.” We cannot withdraw from the poor, to do so would be to cut ourselves off from the One who is found among “the least of these.” But must also lose the illusion that we are heroes …. Read more>>
Sermon Resources
For several years Luther Seminary has offered Working Preacher. This marvelous resource offers exegetical material geared to the weekly lectionary and to other biblical material; resources and insight regarding the craft of preaching; viewpoints and commentary on contemporary culture; and a host of opportunities for life-long learning. It’s all free and offered with the conviction that God uses good preaching to change lives. Check it out www.workingpreacher.org
Veterans
An updated Guidebook for Leaders of Military Ministry Congregation Programs is now available on the Care for the Troops website. A workbook-style was used to make it as easy and simple to understand the steps to follow and the elements to consider when bringing CareForTheTroops to the local congregation level and to the surrounding communities. CLICK HERE to access it.
The Rural Clergy Training Program announced “The Clergy Connection” Newsletter has been created to keep Rural Clergy Training Partners and interested rural clergy, chaplains, Veterans Service Organizations, and others informed about caring for, serving, and supporting Veterans living in rural areas. See the first issue. Visit the Rural Clergy Training web page to learn more about the how the National VA Chaplain Center is working with clergy in rural areas.
OnlineColleges.net is a college planning and financial aid guide for servicemembers. The guide is comprehensive, but easy to use, covering everything from earning college credit through military service, to the various ways veterans and active military can pay for school. Servicemembers from every branch of the military will find the information they’re looking for in one place. Find it here www.onlinecolleges.net/for-students/college-guide-for-veterans.
Women in Ministry
WomanPreach! Inc. is the premiere non-profit organization that brings preachers into full prophetic voice around issues of equity and justice both in the pulpit and in the public arena. Its mission is to produce a network of preaching women and men who will use their voices in service to the gospel of Jesus Christ, especially as it relates to Womanist/Feminist concerns of equity and justice.
The Mission of Baptist Women in Ministry it to be a catalyst in Baptist life, drawing together women and men in partnership with God, to illuminate, advocate, and nurture the gifts and graces of women. Baptist Women in Ministry
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Especially for youth ministers and leaders: The Regional Council of Churches is partnering with the Georgia Dept. of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities in SHARE HOPE. Suicide is a leading cause of death in young people. What is the role of the faith community in ministering to troubled young people? Share Hope is an interfaith social media contest to promote the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Because we know that just pausing before acting often stops a suicide attempt, 988 is one important tool in fostering a healthy community. Have a look www.988ga.org/faith. This activity could be a great way to start off the school year with your creative youth group. And, your group could win a $250 Pizza Party--there will be ten winners. If you have questions or need help contact us at ecarter@rccatl.org
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