Resources for Everyone

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1 Resources for Everyone Personal growth, small groups or one to one our resources will help...

2 A brand new resource for you to reach your unchurched friends Incl P&P! This set of 10 art cards using original designs by textile artist Kate Buchanan have been created for you to send a card to an unchurched friend, colleague or loved one at a significant moment in their life. The words are sensitively chosen to convey a spiritual thought appropriate for the situation; many are taken from ancient sources that echo sentiments throughout the centuries. Presented in an attractive durable tin so they are kept safe. Replacements can be ordered so your tin can be topped up making it ready for the next occasion. The following Moments in Life are covered in this set: Bereavement & loss Difficult & challenging times Milestone birthdays & celebrations Thank you Job change Children leaving home New home Appreciation of friendship Marriage & love Illness

3 New! Small Groups publications Empowering People The place of small groups in local church 3.00 Laurence Singlehurst is asked all the time what have we learnt in the last 20 years about holistic small groups with a missional heartbeat, sometimes called cells? In this booklet he answers the questions: what has worked? what has not worked? what is the legacy? and Am I positive about the future? This booklet contains lessons learned and ideas for the future to give churches and individuals the best practice for small groups. This booklet is lso available as a free PDF download at Years of Small Groups A history of cell ministry in the church 9.00 In this book Joel Comiskey chronicles the small group or cell movement from Jesus all the way to the modern-day cell explosion. Comiskey highlights the strengths and weaknesses of these historical small group movements and applies principles to today s church. A fascinating and instructive read. Order online at Prices shown are subject to p+p

4 Small Group Resources Help! I m leading part of my cell meeting If you get that oh no feeling when it s your turn to lead part of your cell meeting, then this 2.50 booklet is written especially for you. It is designed to help cell members who are leading the welcome, worship word or witness. The aim is to increase the understanding of what should be happening in each of the sections and give practical ideas and help that will make the section you are leading a success. Simply Cell 4.00 Simply Cell is written for those who are just beginning their journey with small groups, whether deciding to join a group or having recently joined one. It can also help to remind experienced members what groups are all about. It gives guidance to enable new members to make their contribution and to understand how groups fit into the church as a whole. 52 Cell Outlines This very popular, top selling resource has really practical Cell outlines for a whole year to encourage your group to live out the Jesus values. Easy to photocopy and use in your group, these outlines have been tried and tested in the author s own church Moving to Cells 3.25 A simple step by step guide to enable you to develop healthy small groups, in your church. Moving to cell has been used by hundreds of churches as they have developed small groups and adapted them to suit their particular context.

5 Youth Resources Cell It This is a manual for youth leaders who want to know how to start and develop youth cells. It 4.50 explains why youth cells are a helpful way to disciple young people and the practical steps to follow through the change process and beyond. Its four authors are seasoned youth workers who have firsthand experience of developing and working with youth cells. Passion Passion is written for young people to help them build their relationship with God. It has twelve 3.75 modules to work through, made up of five days of individual material to do and then encouragement to meet with a cellmate for honest feedback and sharing. This has proved to be a highly valuable discipleship tool for many young people. Supervising Youth Cells 4.00 It is great to see young people leading their peers in youth cells. This is only possible where the role of the youth leader is understood and applied in a coaching or supervising fashion. Drawing from her many years of experience supporting youth cell leaders, Ellie outlines the supervisor s job and gives invaluable insights into the practical details of this vital role. Youth Cell Outlines 5.50 These 2 booklets each contain 20 for both outlines for youth cells. Based around five key values, they give any group of young people a great foundation to build from and ensure that the key areas of cell life are understood and practised. Order online at Prices shown are subject to p+p

6 Worship Resources for Personal or Small Group use 9.99 Each CDs by John Mansfield John has a unique style, one that speaks deeply into our busy lives. He has crafted a series of Scripture readings, reflections and prayers, woven beautifully into a calming background of soothing music, birdsong, ocean waves and gentle streams. Each CD has its own focus as described by the title. Each of these can be used personally or in a group setting to inspire our worship. Worship Ideas for Small Groups We have brought together 40 Creative Worship ideas which have been printed on a card with a picture and presented in an attractive durable tin. Anybody doing small groups will find these creative worship ideas helpful and fantastic. These worship cards have been organised into six streams that reflect historical streams of our Christian faith. Contemplative Social Justice Holiness Evangelical Charismatic Incarnational Each Check our special offers at

7 Praying with Creation Some of the greatest mystical writers of the Christian tradition have found their inspiration in the world around them, experiencing it as a gateway to prayer. This booklet has been written to help you enter into a relationship with God through the world he has made. It contains Biblical extracts, poems, quotes and meditations which you can use as a springboard for your own thoughts and prayers Icebreaker playing cards A great resource for use in all sorts of situations Questions about you Questions about others Questions about the Questions about beliefs 9.99 Inc p+p A fun pack of playing cards with each card having a different question. Ideal for the Welcome section of your small group. Can also be used in other situations such as one-to-one mentoring, fun discussion starters amongst friends or as a normal pack of playing cards.

8 Evangelism Resources The Gospel Message Today In a postmodern, unchurched, multi-faith and multi-racial society, it is more important than 3.95 ever to articulate the enduring message of the Inc p+p gospel in language that can be understood by the culture around us. In this booklet Laurence Singlehurst makes the case for the adoption of contextually appropriate language in order to communicate the truths at the heart of the gospel. Evangelism Through Cells 4.25 This booklet contains practical strategies on how to reach out as individuals and groups and demonstrates how cells can encourage and empower us al to love the lost. This booklet is for church leaders, cell supervisors and cell leaders who want to be mobilised as workers in the harvest and who want to lead others to become workers too. Cell Planting A cell plant is a new cell group which has been grown by a cell planting team reeaching out 4.25 through relationship to those in a geographical area or through their relational networks, often around a common interest. This booklet leads us through chapters on The idea of cell planting, Who to plant and where, How to plant and Support through the process. Hope for Harvest 5.99 HOPE for Harvest is packed with everything you and your church need to reconnect with the importance of harvest and to focus on the importance of work, generosity and thankfulness. Includes ideas and Bible Studies for all-year-round outreach, including how to support your congregation in their everyday outreach in the workplace.

9 Missional Ideas for Small Groups How can each one of us live out Christ in the context of where we work, where we live and in our families? Cell UK has brought together 40 fantastic ideas for use in small groups. Sowing Reaping Keeping This book will help us explore what it really 7.99 means to love people and fulfil our responsibility to share what we believe. It is not full of technical terms and complicated methods but simply explores what it means to sow the seed of faith, to reap the harvest and to nurture the fruit as it grows. Sow, Reap, Keep. Sowing Reaping Keeping Study Guide Revolutionise your group s outreach by getting to grips with the values and principles in 3.00 Sowing Reaping Keeping. This Study Guide suggests that your group members read the book in stages, giving daily questions to stimulate processing the material Individually over 5 days in a week. When the group gathers there is material to work through and challenges to pick up. Each idea takes about fifteen minutes and gives practical ways to encourage and empower each other as we seek to love those around us and share Jesus with them. Printed on attractive postcards and presented in a high quality durable tin, these ideas break down into eight themes each taking your small group on a journey, renewing minds and creating new rhythms for life Each Order online at Prices shown are subject to p+p

10 Discipleship Resources Who s Shaping You? In Who s Shaping You? Bishop Graham Cray describes a radical way of life, based on Biblical 3.00 thinking which he sees is necessary if we are to impact our world. He encourages us to allow Jesus to infect the whole of our lives and to live those lives openly in front of those we come across day by day. Walking Together 4.00 What does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus? How am I meant to go about being a disciple? Walking together answers these questions and helps us to not only be disciples ourselves, but also to make effective disciples in our present culture. There is material for you to apply as well as help in forming those one-on-one relationships that are essential for us to grow as disciples. Walking with Jesus Gary Gibbs booklet, Walking with Jesus is a brilliant resource designed for new 2.75 Christians. Each section is packed with the principles that all Christians need to live by. The interactive style not only helps you to apply the ideas but gives you a new found energy and confidence to go out and use them. A simple read with a profound impact. Transforming Values 4.50 This book challenges us to think differently about our growth as Christians, asking us to think about our values rather than just trying to change our actions. This book will enable you to set a new framework in which you can then grow, and help others to do the same. Full of practical advice, wit and great stories. Check our special offers at

11 4Life Want to go deeper with God or refresh your faith? 4Life is full of honesty, passion and 4.95 humour, and seeks to give a solid foundation for practical Christian living today. The ingredients are simple; ten readings on your own, then an honest meeting with a trusted mentor. The journey in these pages will leave you changed. 4Life Group Notes How about using the 4Life material as a basis for your cell meetings? These group notes will add value to your cell members as they work through their identity, values, lifestyle and purpose. Share the journey, double the investment Discipleship Course If you are looking for something to give to new Christians and those whose foundations need strengthening, Discover is for you. The course is designed for a person to encounter Christ and his value system. They will... Become whole life disciples Read an overview of the Bible Be equipped to make a difference where they are The course member has their own quality durable package containing the four booklets which they can annotate and keep as a future reference source: Transforming Values, 4Life, The Big Story and Who s Shaping You Each of these components of the course is tried and well tested, and proven to be successful. We believe that this course will give churches a new dynamic up to date way to make disciples. It is holistic, it is value based, it deals with the application of scripture, and it gives a challenge to each person to change their world.

12 Resources for Personal Growth Beyond the Clouds 5.99 Pain and disillusionment are an inevitable part of life, admits Laurence Singlehurst, but God has not left us without the tools to cope with such suffering. Drawing on the lessons of a traumatic time in his own life when God s promises seemed distant, he offers advice on how to deal with inner hurt, and how to find God in the midst of our pain. 12½ Steps to Spiritual Health 7.99 This is a powerful course for new Christians and mature believers alike, designed to clear the rubbish out of our lives and help us grow towards spiritual maturity. Howard Astin takes us through each of the steps and gives instructions at the end of each chapter to enable us to move forward and deal with the issues that will surface. Our promise is freedom in Christ. Beginning the Journey 5.50 Beginning the Journey prepares every new cell group member to walk the journey with Christ in victory. You don t have to wander down dark paths not knowing if you are going in the right direction. Now you have the tool to help you find your way. This booklet will help you learn to spend regular time with God as you journey through short daily growth guides. Lord s Prayer Cards prayer cards for individuals use, or for small groups and church gatherings This simple practical resource divides the Lord s Prayer into bite-size sections; each card is laid out as 6 segments (double-sided ie 3 on each side) and gives you creative ways to pray around each key phrase.

13 The Big Story The Big Story is a manageable way to grasp the story of the Bible in its own words. Using this guide you can: 4.95 Take a 40-day express tour of the whole Bible. Or cover the 112 most important passages in Scripture. Work through the Bible story on your own or with a group. Along the way, you will find greater confidence in handling the Bible, new insights into how it fits together, and most importantly the voice of God bringing His message alive in your life. 52: A daily rhythm of devotion and mission 52 is a unique, creative resource that will encourage and inspire you as you connect with God and share his love with the world He has set you in This set of 52 cards will take you on a journey of development over the course of the next twelve months. The cards are designed to slip in your Bible or pop on your pocket so that you can take them with you into your day. 52 is designed to be interactive and has space for you to write pithy statements about what you are learning and how that will be applied. Order online at Prices shown are subject to p+p

14 Leading and coaching groups Equipped to Lead a Cell Community 4.25 A great deal is learnt about how to lead a cell by observing a cell leader doing the job. What is not obvious is the thinking behind why cell life is arranged as it is and what unseen things are part of the task of cell leader. This book highlights these areas and brings some practical tools to enable potential leaders to understand the picture more fully. How to Lead a Great Cell Group Meeting Designed to encourage full participation and give step-by-step guides to enable you to lead people 9.99 into the presence of God and experience the joy and challenge of being together. This book looks at several areas including creating stimulating questions, ensuring that the meeting has movement and flow and how to open the group to non-christians. Equipped to Supervise It has become increasingly obvious that one of the keys to having healthy cells is having good supervision of the cells and their leaders. This booklet is an invaluable resource for those already supervising or those contemplating this vital role Myths and Truths of the Cell Church Most of the modern day cell church movement is dynamic, positive, and applicable. As is true in 8.99 most endeavours, errors and false assumptions have also cropped up to destroy an otherwise healthy movement. This book tackles these errors and false assumptions, and guides the reader to apply biblical, timetested principles for fruitful cell ministry. Check our special offers at

15 Timeless Classics House to House 6.99 House to House documents how God called a fellowship of young believers in Pennsylvania, USA, to become an international house-to-house movement. Larry Kreider looks at a number of issues, including how to lead a cell group effectively, reaching the lost through cells and how to operate as a leadership team. Breakthrough Cell Groups Imagine almost 1000 cell groups, leading over people to Christ per month. This is no dream, this is Victory Christian Centre in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA. Drawing the transferable principles from this book and applying them to our UK situation will stimulate ongoing growth in the cell church movement. Body and Cell In July, we scrapped our house groups. In 6.99 October we began meeting in cell groups. We did not realise what a revolutionary step we were taking. So begins Howard Astin s account of the transformation of the Bradford church he runs from a caring but inward-looking parish to a Christian community where every member really counts. The Relational Way 9.99 Scott Boren shows that the foundational basis for holistic small group ministry must be in place before such a small group ministry will thrive. In this book he does an excellent job dispelling the most common myths about small group ministry.

16 Available while stocks last! How to be a Great Cell Group Coach The greatest contributor to cell group success is the quality of coaching provided for cell group 9.99 leaders. This book provides a comprehensive guide for your coaches to be great mentors, supporters, and guides to the cell group leaders they oversee. Home Cell Group Explosion Joel Comiskey traversed the globe to find out why 8.99 certain churches and small groups are successful in reaching the lost. These pages are full of transferable principles that rekindle a vision for growth through evangelism and explain clearly key characteristics that determine evangelistic growth through a small group. The Cry for Spiritual Fathers & Mothers We all need practical input from loving,, seasoned, spiritual fathers and mothers whose goal is to help us reach our full potential in Christ. This book highlights Biblical principles and methods that encourage the development of spiritual parents in the Body of Christ. 300 Sizzling Icebreakers Get your group talking, laughing and thinking with pages of daft and entertaining things to help a church social, a youth event, an evening meeting, a house party or a day away start with a swing or even a bang!

17 Leading from the Heart Powerful cell group leaders share a common 8.50 trait: a passionate heart for God. They know their priorities and know that time with Him always tope the list. This resource has multiple uses: private reflection, one on one coaching, and turbo group experiences. Clusters: Creative mid-sized missional communities This book explores the significance of intermediate size communities of some 25 to 60 people, or clusters of 2 to 7 cells. Chapters cover topics such as: Biblical, Historical and Mission Rationale; Introducing Clusters to a Church and frequently asked questions. Cell Groups and House Churches This book points us to lessons which the modern church can learn from history These writings show clearly that when God moves in restoring His church, there is a renewal of small groups to aid discipleships and growth into holiness and outreach. The Second Reformation Bill Beckham will brilliantly walk you through the logic of a cell/celebration structure from a 9.99 biblical and historical perspective. His stories and illustrations make reading fun and bring the concepts to life. He provides you with a strategy for launching your first cells. Order online at Prices shown are subject to p+p

18 Training days with Cell UK Cell UK run a variety of training days throughout the year, which are open to all. Check our website for dates. Below are the topics we offer on a regular basis at our location in Harpenden: Small groups A range of topics, including: Why small groups; Small group training for all group members; Training for leaders and supervisors. Values-based discipleship Based around Laurence Singlehurst s book Transforming Values, this day challenges us to think differently about our growth as Christians, and asks us to think about our values rather than just trying to change our actions. Full of practical advice, wit and great stories. Missional ideas and practises Communicating the Gospel in today s world Looking at the challenges we face as we live out and share our faith in the 21 st century. Exploring what works well today, and why. Practical insights from Trevor and Laurence s experience, and reflections from our rich Christian heritage. In a postmodern, unchurched, multi-faith and multi-racial society, it is more important than ever to articulate the enduring message of the Gospel in language that can be understood by the culture around us. This material explores a new set of contextually appropriate metaphors and terms in order to communicate the truths at the heart of the gospel. Check our training dates at

19 Church retreat days We offer retreat days and away-days for churches and groups, and can tailor the content to suit your needs. In our busy lives it is often helpful to carve out some space as Christian communities, to create time to have some input around particular topics, and space to reflect on them together. A church retreat day works particularly well, we would just need a minimum of about 20 people to make the day viable. It s a great opportunity to hear different voices delivering content tailored for your own situation. One church which benefited from a retreat day said: There is always something special about getting away to a lovely retreat setting such as Cell UK can offer a church group at Harpenden. It adds another important dimension to ministry as relationships are deepened and discussion is enhanced amongst one another. We can welcome you to our venue here, which is located on a 50 acre YWAM site in Harpenden in leafy Hertfordshire. A beautiful and peaceful location with open spaces and woods to explore, this venue lends itself wonderfully to your church members being in a different space, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. But equally we could also come to your venue, or one nearby which would have the benefit of keeping the away-day feel of the event. On the facing page are the topics we offer on a regular basis, but we are happy to adapt any of these or create specific content to meet your needs. Just contact us at or celluk@oval.com.

20 Prayer cards This is a dynamic way to use the Lords prayer and bring creative energy to your small group as you pray together. These cards can also be used by individuals in their own lives to give an effective pattern to their prayer life For For 50 Order online at Prices shown are subject to p+p