2010 Curriculum Overview for Youth Formation

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1 3-V Bible Studies Akaloo Amazing Bible Race Bible-in-Life CRC / Abingdon (Reformed) /3V Augsburg Fortress (ELCA) ce.com David C. Cook (independent) m/curriculum/davidc cook/ Do not just give youth today's Bible learning; teach them how to study the Bible and feast on God's Word for a lifetime! Since discipleship is a group activity, Akaloo is designed to bring people together to follow Jesus as his body. Learning can take place in and out of church, any day of the week. Akaloo is the Greek verb to follow (akolouthein) A 6-volume scavenger hunt through the Bible (Law, History, Wisdom, Prophets, Gospels, Letters) for youth including daily reading Evangelical guidance to present basic Bible truths without being distracted by doctrines over which Bible-believing Christians may disagree. Having a personal relationship with Christ; a desire to witness, minister and serve The 3V (3 Views) approach looks at a passage from different perspectives: What's the Text? What's the Context? What's Next? Examine meaning and implications from three additional viewpoints Each age group focuses on 5 units of discipleship: Bible, God, Disciple, Church, and World. (5-8 weeks each) Mostly NT, especially in younger grades (2 year program) Six 12-week legs of a race for individuals or youth groups involving reading scripture, prayer and quizzes & games Scope & Sequence (small Anglican supplement The Lamp Lighter in center of teacher s guide) 100% New Testament core lessons (NIV/KJV) Student-led small 7 sessions per Senior High (15-18 $8.00 per book group format. module: Radical years) Jesus; Jesus, the Christ; Following Jesus; Called to Love and Justice; Extraordinary NT People; Blessed to Be a Blessing; Extraordinary OT 1 guidebook with a website for downloading all leader guides to develop lesson plans from a choice of activities. Website forums need web access A web-component, with administrative and publicity features; CD-ROM Teacher preparation for each lesson questions (with answers) provided; easy-to-teach & easy-to-prepare People Media-based learning (home & church) learner handbooks; video; music (MP3); power- point; worship ideas Group and individual; weekly challenge turn-in and points tallied Relies on student booklets / visually oriented All ages (3 s to Adults) closely graded, including intergenerational events to begin each unit and one for every season. Youth (not classified as a curriculum by the publisher) Toddler/2 Adult Based on ASA $120-$1,875 web membership $9.99 Handbook per student $30 each Leg Director s Manual $6 each Runner s Reader Leg Per quarter: $6.99 Teacher $15.99 Aids $3.99 Craft book $3.99 Take home $3.99 Student book 1

2 BL4Y (Bible Lessons for Youth) BURST Claim the Life Companions in Christ: The Way of Pilgrimage Abingdon /resources CRC (Reformed) com.burst (Methodist) om Upper Room Ministries (Methodist) nchrist.org Help youth discover that the Bible has meaning for life today! Biblebased lessons help youth claim the Scriptures as their own. Topics for today s teen produced inexpensively but relevant God is already at work in the lives of your youth. Claim the Life brings together the hopes you have for your youth: spiritual formation, discipleship, Christian community, and faith knowledge that follows them from confirmation to graduation. An adventure of spiritual formation for the next generation; pilgrimage is not about the destination, it s about the journey Following the International Lesson Series, youth examine the entire Bible over a six-year period. Short-term youth group programming on provocative subjects. Each shortterm study includes 4-6 weeks worth of material and is ideal for Sunday school or youth group. 6-year comprehensive youth curriculum for (MS: Journey/Word/ Faith & HS: Promise/ Story/Call; Each year s theme has 2 semesters of 16 weeks each; based on key words or phrases 30-week study broken into 5 six-week units: Choosing Pilgrimage, The Bible, Prayer, Companions, Stepping into the World The Leader Book The Youth Book Grades 7 12 with Per quarter: has a facsimile of has the actual adaptable levels for $8.25 Leader each page from the Scripture reading, Jr. High and Sr. $6.25 Youth Youth Book, Bible reflections on how High teens commentary from the Scripture biblical scholars, relates to their and in-depth lesson life, and activities plans to engage their CD-ROM, web, e- mail and DVDs with 2 teaching options: activity based or discussion based (using videos or questions) provides structure and content for each weekly session interest setting or evening youth group. Current topics: World Religions and Green Church classroom or youth group involves video vignettes, interactive website and print materials Weekly 1¼ hour group experience for Sunday School, youth group Youth Grades 7-9 Grades High School and College-age $10.00 Leader s Guide $7.50 Student Booklets (5 per pack) Per semester: $17 Leader $7 Student $30 Teaching tools $21 Videos Per unit: $20 Leader Guide $12 Participant $25 Videos 2

3 CONNECT: Life & Christian Faith for Young Teens e/merge encounter: Meeting God Face-to-Face Faith in Motion Faith Lens FaithLink (United Methodist Church) /resources Standard (Independent) e2face.com CRC (Reformed) /resources Evangelical Lutheran Church of American (ELCA) aithlens/ Keep youth involved in the life of the church, be a positive influence in the lives of youth and help them grow in faith. A dynamic blending of media, fun, spirituality, and relationship where teens emerge as disciples. A Bible-based, culturally relevant, easyto-teach, personally challenging, ageappropriate curriculum can lead teens to meet God face-to-face! Help young people realize they can have an active faith by discussing thorny dilemmas and serious questions with helps to find solutions in the Bible A weekly Bible study/ discussion for youth & young adults, linking a current news story and scripture texts A study for use by individuals or groups of mature youth and adults who want to apply their United Methodist beliefs to current faith issues and world events. Units are centered on topics of importance to youth and relates them to OT & NT Scripture DVD-based youth group resource using OT & NT in 3 themes for 13 weeks of programming Many pieces of scripture tied to contemporary issues. Designed to help teens meet with God, not be indoctrinated with dogma about God. 16 relevant teen themes/volumes with 7 lessons under each topic Lectionary-based (NRSV) The weekly lesson examines current news items from the perspective of biblical faith and United Methodist teaching. (NRSV) 3 Full lesson plan Grades 6-8 $4 per unit includes teacher classroom; variety (Ages 12-15) background and of activities preparation CD & DVD with additional teaching tools & resources in MP3 format Teacher choice of activities. Online group support and additional resources for tapping into current events has background information; lesson plan; ideas for outside the classroom Simple lesson plan with discussion questions, prayer and an activity For small or large youth groups; teaching, games, media, PowerPoint For small group ministry. Books, video, audio and on-line resources Colorful student journals and current topics of interest to teens On-line, downloadable; posted every Wednesday MS (12-14yrs) HS (15-18yrs) Young Teens (Ages 12-14) High School (Ages 15-18) Grades 6-9 (12-15 years) Middle School, High School, Young Adults $60 Director s Kit $18 Small-Group Quarterly: $26.99 Teacher s Convenient Kit $6.99 Teacher $14.99 Resource $3.99 Student $17.99 Magazine $13.95 Leader s Guide $5.95 Student Journal Free Each weekly issue On-line, Older Youth, $8.00 per issue (6 pages) contains downloadable Young Adults, 4 copy-ready pages Adults Can be received of background via or fax information and subscriptions core Bible passages on the topic and 2 pages of suggested group activities and discussion questions.

4 FaithWeaver Gather Round Grapple Group Publishing (independent) m Church of the Brethren & Mennonite Church USA g Group Publishing (independent) m or ple Concentrates on authentic learning education, and every activity has a purpose in encouraging faith growth for all ages. Lifts up the teachings of Jesus, offering alternatives to worldviews of individualism, power, and accumulation of wealth to an emphasis on peace and justice issues. (Anabaptist perspective) Answers tough preteen questions and helps kids discover the power of a growing faith in Jesus Scope & Sequence quarterly with scripture and another key bible verse 25% OT 75% Gospel Scope & Sequence based on 4-year Bible outline (OT in Fall, NT in Winter & Spring); all ages study same theme/story each week NRSV 12 attention-grabbing lessons and Bible studies with access to create your group s own online community (90% NT) Teacher Guides Bible memory Toddlers Adult Quarterly: include background verses, drama, arts $42.99 Teacher and dialogue script & crafts, stories $5.29 Student for speaking to implies families $9.99 CD class study together at Step-by-step lesson plans include Bible summary and insight, teaching tips, and easy-view lists of supplies, faith focus, and basic preparation. Basic booklet with lesson plans and DVD of video clips; on-line support home Classroom setting; 3 or 4 response options per lesson draw on different learning preferences DVD and on-line with class discussion Ages 3 through Grade 12 Component for home use with parents 4th-6th grade (preteen) and Junior High modules Quarterly: $10.87 Teacher $9.14 Student $24.09 Class Pack $17.19 Music CD Youth material is downloadable Quarterly: $ $ per class size Journey to Adulthood KidText LeaderResources The Educational Center er.org Manhood & Womanhood are gifts from God. Adulthood must be earned. Rites of Passage are important; Pilgrimage is to seek God Helps middle school youth connect the text on the page with events in their daily lives through discussions guided by a series of open-ended, text-related questions Three 2 year components; each focuses on all aspects of a person: self, society, sexuality and spirituality Lectionary based CEV & NRSV Huge amount of materials with lesson plans, liturgies, more; training recommended Discussion guide provides information to facilitate the session; ability to be open and a good listener classroom setting and youth group modules combined classroom setting Rite-13 (6-8th grade) J2A (9th-10th) YAC (11th-12th) Middle School Youth (Grades 6-8) $200 per year downloadable Annually: $

5 Lesson Plans that Work LinC (Living in Christ) Live It! Bible Studies Living the Good News goodnews.com Making it Real & Relevant Episcopal Church rch.org/lessonplans Morehouse Education Resources ation.org/living-thegood-news/ Independent om Lessons are a guide to centering Christian education in the church & home around the Biblical story To develop Christian identity and live the Christian faith in contemporary culture, by challenging youth to think about their faith and beliefs. Designed to help tweens face today s issues with a real understanding of how their faith impacts their lives every day. Brings people together to discover and share God s word through learning, worship & everyday life A multi-media, topically based Bible study so youth can explore God, Jesus, the Bible, their faith and values in ways that show them how real and relevant these topics are in their lives Lectionary Based, lessons usually follow Gospel NRSV Two full programs and a devotion on a timely issue weekly. With the immediacy of online technology, relevant information about current issues that have immediate impact on youth are covered weekly. Thematic topics with 6 lessons for tweens, plus an optional lesson for tweens and parents together. OT & NT Lectionary based 30% Old Testament 70% New Testament Free downloadable extras by denomination (Good News & NRSV) Available in an RCL lectionary format (Gospel) and a topicbased format over 3-4 weeks examining community and world issues using video clips & current music. Simple plans with Usually one Younger & Older FREE biblical activity per lesson Elementary; background, list of with supplemental Adult questions and suggestions Intergenerational activity; blog Background and scripture related to the issue, book and movie reviews Organized lesson plan with checklist of activities and supplies. Variety of activities. Teacher Guide with scriptural background; Clear lesson plan; takehome papers Teacher lesson plans with lists of video & music used Group setting for discussion classroom setting Variety of learning styles and activities; Enhanced CD has handouts, music, art, on-line ideas Semester: 16 Fall & 17 Spring sessions; use of video & music; art experiences Older Youth and Young Adult (can be adapted depending on topic for younger youth) Pre-teens and young teens Nursery Adult, including a multiage component Middle & High School $8.00 per week download or $6 per week via subscription / past issues available for purchase or download $15.95 per topic / theme Fall/Winter/Sprin g: $22.00 Leader $3.25 Child $11.50 Posters $15.75 CD $5.25 Songbook $68 year (topic) $17 quarter (lectionary) 5

6 Mustard Seed Series NOOMA One Room Sunday School Questions Seniors Ask Rite Formation Seasons of the Spirit LeaderResources (Independently written UCC) Flannel & Zondervan (Independent) om / curriculum.aspx?subs ection=9&sid=124 Morehouse Education Resources rmation Wood Lake Books, (Ecumenical) m Opens the minds & spirits of students & teachers to the richness, variety and purpose of God s word and action among us. A series of short films that explore our world from the perspective of Jesus. NOOMA is an invitation to search, question, and join the discussion. Living and Learning God s Word Offering a balance of short, lively units on Bible, faith and life for older teens, units developed from questions and issues from a teen survey Design a program using high-quality educational materials for all ages based on a scripture passage or lesson theme of your choosing. Empower all ages to be transformed in Christ as they explore the Bible, worship, service and ministry Chronologically centered on the Bible; 340 texts covered in 10 years 24 short (5-10 minute) videos of everyday things and situations paired with Rob Bell s commentary about Jesus in the common. (many translations) Quarterly scope and sequence 33% OT 66% NT (NRSV) Questions about the topic focused on key scriptures (OT & NT) Units (50+) on Death, Lent, The Opposite Sex, Eternal Life and more. A data base of thousands of ideas from major curriculum publishers to be able to build-your-own lesson Lectionary & ecumenical using the Revised Common Lectionary (NRSV) Complete lesson Student books, K Grade 9 Membership on plans with no teacher directed (Confirmation) ASA: $75-$350 training needed; with answers supplemental given REUSABLE books by author None video with booklet that has pictures, scripture and questions. Films are provocative for conversation. Teacher Book contains specific plans for designing a lesson Session materials downloadable Templates and online instruction as well as ready-made lesson plans. Webinars offered for training Complete lesson plans and extensive website support and chat-rooms Produced as video or downstream (Flannel) or video and download (Zondervan). Booklets Pictures, games, maps, posters, songs, storytelling figures 2 sessions per topic On-line, downloadable Multi-media, drama, music, stories, art, outreach & mission Older Youth Young Adults Adults Age 3 Middle School in one classroom Grades 9-12 (ages 15-18) All ages All ages: Preschool - Adult $12.99 per video $30.00 NOOMA Group (4 videos on a theme and discussion guide) Quarterly: $57.00 per kit Each session $4.00 Based on ASA by single element, session, or annual subscription of unlimited usage Annually: $ per level $376 multi-age Web & print 6

7 Synago TeenText The Sunday Paper Thinking Theologically The Educational Center er.org The Sunday Paper (Independent / Episcopal written by Gretchen Wolff- Pritchard) To strengthen members' spiritual relationship with God and Jesus Christ in order to build Christian community within a circle of friends, in which group members practice and experience what it means to be in ministry to and with one another. Helps HS youth connect the text on the page with events in their daily lives through discussions guided by a series of open-ended, text-related questions "The Sunday Paper is informal, whimsical, faithful to Scripture, and in dead earnest. It is not condescending or cute. It helps children to acquire a vocabulary of crucial Scriptural images, and to relate the Gospel to the OT, life of the Church, & their own lives." Helps Senior Highs think theologically about everyday issues they face through the standpoints of Scripture, Tradition, Experience and Reason Each (16) study in the series provides 16 sessions. Topics include: images of God, body image, eternal life, making wise choices, claiming your faith, finding God in silence, etc. Lectionary CEV & NRSV Lectionary-based; Gospel focused with OT & Psalm; Line drawings in cartoon fashion with activity page and commentary Episcopal & RCL versions Thematic: money, pop culture, haves and have nots, body image, etc. in 6 sessions each Student Leader Small group / cell Senior High $10 Student Guide includes the groups Leader necessary $5 Student information for Journal setting up and maintaining healthy cell groups. Discussion guide provides information to facilitate the session; ability to be open and a good listener None Leader s guide and background material classroom setting Church (worship bulletin), home, nursery, or classroom Classroom or youth group; includes worship ideas High School (Grades 9-12) Junior: Preschool Grade 4 Paper: Intermediate Grade 8 High School (ages 15-18) Annually: $26.00 Annually: $88.00 each $ both Can be mailed for duplication or e- mailed in pdf form $8.50 Leader $5.50 Student 7

8 The Thoughtful Christian Walk With Me We Believe The Best of Whole People of God Online Witness Westminster John Knox Press (Presbyterian) tian.com Faith Alive Resources (Reformed) nline.org Congregational Ministries Publishing (Presbyterian) lieve/ Wood Lake Publishing ofgod.com Augsburg Fortress (ELCA) s.org/learning/sunday school/witness Bible study should be timely. It should stimulate our thoughts about Christian values and beliefs while wrestling with questions that inform the way we live out our faith in everyday life. We aim to be faithful to Scripture and to make the Reformed faith come alive in our everyday experiences as children of God. Created specifically for Presbyterians, focuses on Reformed heritage. In different ways, each age level includes content from Reformed creeds, confessions, catechisms and statements of faith. A simple, easy-to-use curriculum for your entire Christian Education family. To give students a solid foundation of Biblical knowledge with the practical ways to share their faith in daily life: to know the Word, grow in faith, show service Web-based resource center comprised of various studies in units of 1-4 sessions on timely topics as well as denominational subjects from a variety of traditions Two-year Scope & Sequence for K-5 OT: 1st year NT: 2nd year Three-year for grades 6-8 Scope & Sequence quarterly with 13 lessons per quarter Workshop Rotation and Confirmation tracks also available Lectionary based Two-year undated quarterly using scripture metaphorically Old Testament 33% New Testament 67% Each session is Individual or Youth as designed for group study Young Adult PDF files that can minutes with a 3-4- Adult be duplicated page Participant Range from $5 - Handout and a 2-5 $18 per unit; page Leader's discounts for Guide with lesson subscribers plans & resources. Complete lesson plan for 45 minutes with website assistance Leader Guides with specific plans; online training, downloads and newsletter plans and Weekly Tip Newsletter Material prep and detailed printed dialogue for teachers to have with students Memory activities, worship, activity, song classroom or Workshop model; variety of activities, posters, downloads, home pages Materials for classrooms, worship, home Variety of activities are simple with a hands-on approach Closely graded for K/4 Grade 8 All ages: toddlers - adults Younger Elementary $24.95 Older Elementary $34.95 CD $17.50 All ages Closely graded ages 2-8th grade $21.95 Teacher $ Resource Box $8.65 Student $13.95 CD $27.95 Teacher $15.95 Color Pak $13.95 Director $99.95 Workshop Format per unit $120 and up Annual subscription (Sept-August) on church size Semester: $7.49 Teacher $28.49 Starter Kit $6.99 Learner 8

9 NOTES: Coloring coding: Yellow Children/Middle School; Blue Tweens; Green Youth; Orange All ages many including young adult and adult ASA = Average Sunday Attendance When visiting the website to search for curriculum, go to /curriculum.aspx or Bible Translations: o NRSV New Revised Standard Version o NKJV / KJV New King James Version / King James Version o CEV Contemporary English Version o NLT New Living Translation (paraphrased) o TEV Today s English Version o NIV New International Version For updated overviews of curricula for children, youth & adults and more in-depth reviews, see Morehouse Education Resources website For more information or questions regarding this chart contact spearson@cpg.org 9