![]() |
![]() |
|
to give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace. Luke 1: 78-79 |
To order any of these materials, contact Brethren Press at brethrenpress.com or 800-441-3712.
Adults:
Where was God on September 11?: Seeds of Faith and Hope, edited by Donald B. Kraybill and Linda Gehman Peachey, Herald Press, Scottdale, Pa., 2002.
Choosing Against War: A Christian View, John D. Roth, Good Books, Intercourse, Pa., 2002.
Understanding Islam, David G. Metzler, Perspectives Essay Series, Brethren Press, 2002.
Patriotism and Faith, David R. Miller, Perspectives Essay Series, Brethren Press, 2002.
Peace: God's Infinite Justice, Virginia Wiles, Perspectives Essay Series, Brethren Press, 2002. (Excerpt)
"The Church, the State, and Christian Citizenship," Annual Conference Statement, 1967.
"Church of the Brethren Statement on War," Annual Conference, 1970.
"Peacemaking: The Calling of God's People in History," Annual Conference, 1991.
"Violence in North America," Annual Conference, 1994.
"Nonviolence and Humanitarian Intervention," Annual Conference Statement, 1996.
"Our Conscience Is Bound: A Survey of the Brethren Peace Witness," by Jeff Bach in Brethren Life & Thought, vol. 45 (4), fall 2000.
"Peace," by Dale Aukerman, The Brethren Encyclopedia, 1983.
Texts in Transit II, by Kenneth Shaffer and Graydon Snyder, Brethren Press, 1991.
Heart, Soul, and Mind: Membership in the Church of the Brethren, by Rhonda Pittman Gingrich, Brethren Press, 2000.
Let Our Joys Be Known: A Heritage Curriculum for Brethren, Brethren Press, 1998.
Fruit of the Vine: A History of the Brethren, 1708-1995, by Donald F. Durnbaugh, Brethren Press, 1997.
Shoes of Peace: Letters to Youth from Peacemakers, Brethren Press, 2002. (Excerpt)
Generation Why Bible Studies, Brethren Press & Faith & Life Press
Does God Fight? Violence in the Bible
Fight Right: A Christian Approach to Conflict Resolution
Mantras, Menorahs, and Minarets: Encountering Other Faiths (section on Islam)
Rocky Road: Beatitudes and Sermon on the Mount
Apocalypse When? Daniel and Revelation (endurance under persecution, restraint in taking things into our own hands)
Who's In, Who's Out: A Look at Jonah and Ruth (God loves even the most vile enemyNineveh)
With Magazine (occasional issues on peacemaking)
YouthGuide (newsletter with resources for youth leaders)
Heart, Soul, and Mind (sessions on peacemaking for youth seeking membership in the church), by Rhonda Pittman Gingrich, Brethren Press, 2000.
Let Our Joys Be Known: A Brethren Heritage Curriculum for Youth (features Brethren peacemakers from history), by Frank Ramirez, Brethren Press, 1998.
Decide for Peace: A Guide for Personal Bible Study and Reflection on Conscientious Objection, by Eddy Hall, Faith & Life Press.
PeaceJust Live It (10-session study for youth on biblical peacemaking), by Christine Neufeld, Faith & Life Press.
PeaceWhat's the Point? (David Radcliff and youth from NYC 1998 talk about their response to Christ's call to peacemaking. Includes study guide), Office of Brethren Witness.
Youth Workers Handbook (resource for youth leaders that includes discussion of youth and peace), by Steve Clapp and Jerry O. Cook, Brethren Press.
The Peace Book, General Board Office of Brethren Witness.
Faith the Cow, by Susan Bame Hoover, Brethren Press, 1995.
Preaching in a Tavern, by Kenneth I. Morse, Brethren Press, 1997 [see section on peace].
The Middle Man, by Dorothy Brandt Davis, Carl Davis, Brethren Press, 1964.
The Tall Man, by Dorothy Brandt David, Carl Brandt Davis, Brethren Press, 1963.
Peace Papers, Institute for Peace and Justice, 4144 Lindell #408, St. Louis, MO 63108.
Just Family Nights, by Susan Vogt, Brethren Press, 1994.
Little Stories for Little Children, 1995, More Little Stories for Little Children, 1997, Even More Little Stories for Little Children, 2000, by Donna McKee Rhodes, Herald Press.
Let Our Joys Be Known: A Brethren Heritage Curriculum for Younger Children (includes stories of John Kline, Gladdys Muir, Dan West), by Alice Geiman, Brethren Press.
Let Our Joys Be Known: A Brethren Heritage Curriculum for Older Children (includes stories about peacemaking, loving your enemy, service, and justice), by Beth and Tim Sollenberger Morphew, Brethren Press, 1998.
Current Resources | Way of Peace Resource Archive
General Board Home Page | Church of the Brethren Home Page
Last updated
© 2001, 2002 Church of the Brethren All rights reserved