Children Multi-Age Youth Young Adult Adult

2018-2019 Children Multi-Age Youth Young Adult Adult

Teaching Is Your Calling Feasting Curriculum Can Help! Beginning with a solid biblical and theological base for teachers, Feasting on the Word Curriculum is adaptable to various settings and learning styles, inviting learners deeper into the rhythm of the church year. With multiple options for format, age level combinations, and length of study, each session starts from a common, lectionarybased Bible passage for all age levels. This approach, along with our unique resource for pastors and worship planners, Joining the Feast, provides intentional connections between education and worship. Joining the Feast also includes weekly children s bulletins and stories for children during worship. Is it for Your Church? SMALL CHURCHES with average attendance of fewer than fifty people can rest assured that the leaders and learners can access resources for just pennies a week by using the Small Church Plan. MID-SIZE CHURCHES can pick and choose the age levels that are needed. No more wasting money when attendance fluctuates: simply print what you need. LARGE CHURCHES will benefit from the ease of ordering the Total Church Plan. For churches with more than one children s class per age level or more than ten participants per class, simply supplement your order with additional Color Packs and Music CDs.

What You Can Expect Learning Together Everyone explores the same Bible passage each week, making it easy for families to learn and live out their faith together. Children s age levels are enhanced by a supplementary Music CD, creative Color Packs, and a variety of activities to stimulate learning. Additionally, you can choose between downloadable and printed formats. Curriculum Age Groups GRADES (K) 1-2 GRADES 3-4 TWEENS (GRADES 5-6) MULTI-AGE (GRADES K-6) YOUTH YOUNG ADULT ADULT to download samples, go to www.pcusastore.com/feastingcurriculum (800) 533-4371 www.pcusastore.com 1

What Makes Us Different? Adaptable It has something for everyone! The preparing for the session is a great in-depth lesson for the teacher, and the lesson plan for the children is flexible so that the teacher can prepare the night before or a couple days in advance. Marla Huse, Sunday School Superintendent Comprehensive In addition to being adaptable to a variety of learning settings and teaching styles, this innovative resource asks four questions for each biblical passage to prepare teachers and shape each lesson. WHAT? WHERE? SO WHAT? NOW WHAT? Basic information about backgrounds and meanings of Scripture is essential to understanding. This section asks What? are the important things to know about the contexts, language, and settings of the biblical passage. To understand the meanings of passages, we also need to ask Where? Where is God in this passage? Where are God s will and activities being expressed? These theological questions about where God s word comes to us in the passage are significant. The implications of the passage for our Christian lives make the biblical passage come alive. We ask, So what? What does this passage mean to me? What does it mean for my relationship with God and other people? Biblical passages shape our understanding of the church and how we live in the world, connecting us to the needs of others and to God s will for us. So we ask, Now what? This prompts us to reflect on how we and the church can live out what the passage is saying. 2 (800) 533-4371 www.pcusastore.com

2018-2019 Year at a Glance Fall 2018 Winter 2018-2019 Spring 2019 Summer 2019 Sept. 2, 2018 James 1:17-27 Hearing and Doing the Word Sept. 9, 2018 James 2:1-17 Warning against Partiality Sept. 16, 2018 Mark 8:27-38 Peter s Declaration about Jesus Sept. 23, 2018 Mark 9:30-37 Who Is the Greatest? Sept. 30, 2018 Mark 9:38-50 Deeds of Power in Jesus Name Oct. 7, 2018 Mark 10:2-16 Teaching about Divorce/Blessing Children Oct. 14, 2018 Mark 10:17-31 Jesus and the Rich Man Oct. 21, 2018 Mark 10:35-45 Request of James and John Oct. 28, 2018 Mark 10:46-52 Healing of Bartimaeus Nov. 4, 2018 Ruth 1:1-18 Naomi and Her Moabite Daughters-in-Law Nov. 11, 2018 Mark 12:38-44 The Widow s Offering Nov. 18, 2018 Mark 13:1-8 Destruction of the Temple Foretold Nov. 25, 2018 Revelation 1:4b-8 Alpha and Omega Dec. 2, 2018 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13 Timothy s Encouraging Report Dec. 9, 2018 Luke 3:1-6 The Proclamation of John the Baptist Dec. 16, 2018 Luke 3:7-18 Responding to John the Baptist Dec. 23, 2018 Luke 1:39-45 (46-55) Mary Visits Elizabeth Dec. 30, 2018 Luke 2:41-52 The Boy Jesus in the Temple Jan. 6, 2019 Matthew 2:1-12 Visit of the Wise Men Jan. 13, 2019 Luke 3:15-17, 21-22 The Baptism of Jesus Jan. 20, 2019 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 Spiritual Gifts Jan. 27, 2019 Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10 Return to the Law Feb. 3, 2019 Jeremiah 1:4-10 Jeremiah s Call and Commission Feb. 10, 2019 Luke 5:1-11 Jesus Calls Disciples to Fish for People Feb. 17, 2019 Luke 6:17-26 Blessings and Woes Feb. 24, 2019 Luke 6:27-30 Love Your Enemies March 3, 2019 Luke 9:28-36 (37-43) The Transfiguration March 10, 2019 Luke 4:1-13 The Temptation of Jesus March 17, 2019 Luke 13:31-35 Jesus Lament Over Jerusalem March 24, 2019 Isaiah 55:1-9 Invitation to Abundant Life March 31, 2019 Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32 Parable of the Prodigal Son April 7, 2019 John 12:1-8 Mary Annoints Jesus April 14, 2019 Luke 19:28-40; 23:1-49 Jesus Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem; Trial April 21, 2019 Luke 24:1-12 The Resurrection of Jesus April 28, 2019 John 20:19-31 Jesus Appears to the Disciples May 5, 2019 Acts 9:1-20 The Conversion of Saul May 12, 2019 Psalm 23 The Divine Shepherd May 21, 2019 Revelation 21:1-6 New Heaven and New Earth May 26, 2019 Acts 16:9-15 Paul Meets Lydia June 2, 2019 Acts 16:16-34 Paul and Silas in Prison June 9, 2019 Acts 2:1-21 The Coming of the Holy Spirit June 16, 2019 Psalm 8 Divine Majesty and Human Dignity June 23, 2019 1 Kings 19:1-15a Elijah Flees from Jezebel June 30, 2019 2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14 Elisha Picks up Elijah s Mantle July 7, 2019 Psalm 30 Giving Thanks for God s Help July 14, 2019 Luke 10:25-37 Parable of the Good Samaritan July 21, 2019 Luke 10:38-42 Jesus Visits Martha and Mary July 28, 2019 Luke 11:1-13 The Lord s Prayer Aug. 4, 2019 Luke 12:13-21 Parable of the Rich Fool Aug. 11, 2019 Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16 The Meaning of Faith Aug. 18, 2019 Hebrews 11:29-12:2 Cloud of Witnesses Aug. 25, 2019 Luke 13:10-17 Jesus Heals a Woman Who Is Bent Over (800) 533-4371 www.pcusastore.com 3

Curriculum Highlights Children: Grades (K) 1-2, Grades 3-4, & Tweens (Grades 5-6) 9-month plans seasonal plans for fall, winter, and spring GRADES (K) 1-2 GRADES 3-4 TWEENS GRADES 5-6 Am I welcome here? These young learners are just beginning to figure out the worlds of school and church. Making the most of their love of stories, children will explore God s word in ways that engage their senses, their emerging skills in reading and writing, and their need to learn by doing. What does it mean to belong here? Third- and fourth-graders are growing in their desire to join teams and organizations. Encouraging their love of questions and capitalizing on their desire to feel competent in their academic skills, these older children will use their Bibles to dig into the stories of our faith and learn how to share these stories with others. What difference can Jesus make in my life? Tweens are on a journey from childhood into puberty, growing in reliance on social networks. Engaging their expanding ability to understand abstract imagery and their confidence of interacting with peers, tweens will explore the biblical texts in order to investigate what the church teaches, wrestle with implications of Jesus teachings, and give voice to what they believe. 4 (800) 533-4371 www.pcusastore.com

Curriculum Highlights Children: Multi-Age (Grades K-6) 9-month (september through pentecost) and 12-month plans summer-only plan for lower seasonal attendance MULTI-AGE GRADES K-6 How can faith be shaped through all-age learning? Designed to encourage cooperative learning across a wide age range, children ages 5-12 will experience Scripture through storytelling, drama, and activities that appeal to various learning styles. The Multi-Age option is the perfect resource for churches that require plans for groups of learners of different ages, capabilities, and curiosities. Children and Multi-Age Resources Include Teacher-friendly leader guide Comprehensive yet accessible biblical background for teachers Reproducible resource sheets for each session Age-appropriate activities that stimulate children s discovery Child-friendly music lyrics incorporated into the lesson outline (music is available on a separate Music CD, included in the Total and Small Church Plans; CDs can also be purchased separately with seasonal plans) Full-color visuals for each session in the seasonal Color Packs In Addition, Multi-Age Includes Helpful suggestions for leading multi-age groups Additional options for group learning Additional art and resource pages (800) 533-4371 www.pcusastore.com 5

Curriculum Highlights Youth and Young Adult 12-month plans 9-month plans, september through pentecost seasonal pricing also available YOUTH How do I live my life as a disciple of Jesus Christ? Youth are figuring out who they are as they search for whose they are. Through meaningful communitybuilding experiences and engaging Bible study, youth will be challenged to put their faith into action as they grow to understand themselves as Christ s disciples. YOUNG ADULT How can I connect my maturing faith to my actions? Young adults are transitioning into independence as they settle into a unique identity in a pluralistic world. Through informal study of God s word, these emerging adults will examine God s call in their lives and engage in conversations that make connections between their faith and their actions. 6 (800) 533-4371 www.pcusastore.com

Curriculum Highlights Adult 12-month plan 9-month plan, september through pentecost seasonal pricing also available ADULT How do I integrate my worship and learning experiences? Adults enter Bible study and worship with a variety of viewpoints. Their Christian faith is enhanced when the Scriptures that are read and proclaimed in worship are reinforced and expanded on in their educational time. This combination of education and worship helps God s word come alive in the Sunday morning experience. Youth and Adult Resources Include Teacher-friendly leader guide Comprehensive yet accessible biblical background for teachers Reproducible resource sheets for each session Media connections that tie the week s Scripture passage to a film, video, song, or website Young Adult Resources Include One-page resource sheet designed for casual or informal settings Discussion starters based on the week s Scripture passage (800) 533-4371 www.pcusastore.com 7

Curriculum Highlights Pastors & Worship Leaders: Joining the Feast 12-month plan 9-month plan, september through pentecost seasonal pricing also available JOINING THE FEAST How can I nurture the relationship between worship and education? Joining the Feast is a seasonal resource that helps pastors intentionally link the worship experience to the educational themes. With this indispensable resource, worship leaders will appreciate sections that connect the rhythm of the church year with the themes of the curriculum. This resource also provides shape to the season by expanding on the weekly focus Scriptures. Joining the Feast Resources Include Handy charts that provide ideas for integrating curriculum activities into worship Shape of the Season, which expands on the weekly focus Scripture The Church Year Calendar, which connects to the rhythm of the church year All-church program ideas for special Sundays, such as Reformation Sunday and Holy Week Fun, weekly children s worship bulletins that help children feel welcome in worship A weekly Bible story to be used during children s time in worship 8 (800) 533-4371 www.pcusastore.com

2018-2019 Pricing Curriculum Plans Download Format Printed Format Total Church Plan 9-Month $700 $900 Total Church Plan 12-Month $800 $1,000 Total Church Plan Seasonal $300 $390 Small Church Plan 12-Month $400 $475 Grades (K)1 2 9-Month $160 $200 Grades (K)1 2 Seasonal $95 $100 Grades 3 4 9-Month $160 $200 Grades 3 4 Seasonal $95 $100 Tweens (Grades 5 6) 9-Month $160 $200 Tweens (Grades 5 6) Seasonal $95 $100 Multi-Age (Grades K 6) 9-Month $240 $275 Multi-Age (Grades K 6) 12-Month $285 $325 Multi-Age (Grades K 6) Seasonal $100 $125 Multi-Age Summer Only $100 $125 Youth 9-Month $150 $185 Youth 12-Month $175 $215 Youth Seasonal $85 $100 Young Adult 9-Month $75 $100 Young Adult 12-Month $95 $115 Young Adult Seasonal $50 $60 Adult 9-Month $150 $185 Adult 12-Month $175 $215 Adult Seasonal $85 $100 Joining the Feast 9-Month $70 $100 Joining the Feast 12-Month $80 $110 Joining the Feast Seasonal $40 $50 Music CDs and Color Packs are included in the price of the Total Church 9-month and 12-month plans, and the Small Church plan. CDs ($25.00) and Color Packs ($65.00) can also be purchased individually. Pricing is in U.S. Dollars (800) 533-4371 www.pcusastore.com 9

feasting on the word Resources for Preaching, Worship, & Devotion Feasting on the Word products are the go-to resources that serve every function of the church, each in its own unique way. Visit www.pcusastore.com to learn more about these resources and purchase at the discounts listed. Prices are subject to change. Core Products Feasting on the Word: Preaching the Revised Common Lectionary Individual Volumes, Hardback $45.00 $29.25 Individual Volumes, Paperback $35.00 $22.75 Yearly, Four-Volume Sets, Hardback $170.00 $110.50 Yearly, Four-Volume Sets, Paperback $130.00 $84.50 Complete, Twelve-Volume Set, Hardback $510.00 $331.50 Complete Commentary, WORDsearch Flash Drive $350.00 $227.50 Feasting on the Word Worship Companion Individual Volumes, Hardback $35.00 $22.75 Yearly, Two-Volume Sets, Hardback $60.00 $39.00 Complete, Six-Volume Set, Hardback $170.00 $110.50 Feasting on the Gospels Individual Volumes, Hardback $40.00 $26.00 Complete, Seven-Volume Set, Hardback $250.00 $162.50 Seasonal & Specialty Products Feasting on the Word Seasonal Companions Advent Companion, Hardback $25.00 $16.25 Lenten Companion, Hardback $25.00 $16.25 Daily Feast: Meditations from Feasting on the Word Individual Volumes, Leatherette $25.00 $16.25 Feasting on the Word Resources for Children s Sermons Children s Sermons for Year A $20.00 $13.00 Children s Sermons for Year B $20.00 $13.00 Children s Sermons for Year C $20.00 $13.00 Guide to Children s Sermons $20.00 $13.00 10 (800) 533-4371 www.pcusastore.com

COMING SEPTEMBER 2018 A Brand New Lectionary Commentary Series from the Publisher of Feasting on the Word! Here is a resource that puts hundreds and hundreds of focused scholars in the preacher s study, ready to help shovel the diamonds of Scripture for the Sunday sermon. Every congregation in the country should buy their pastor a complete set, both for their own good and the good of the world. Barbara Brown Taylor With this new lectionary commentary series, Westminster John Knox Press offers the most extensive resource for preaching on the market today. Each lectionary year will consist of three volumes: one for Advent through Epiphany, one for Lent through Pentecost, and one for the Season after Pentecost. The first volume Year C: Advent through Epiphany will be available in September 2018. Visit wjkbooks.com/connections to learn more. SPECIAL OFFER Subscribe to the series and receive 40% off! Call 1-800-523-1631 to subscribe today. (800) 554-4694 www.thethoughtfulchristian.com 11

How to Order Three Easy Steps 1 2 3 choose the age and length of curriculum Total Church Plan is available in 9-month, 12-month, or per-season plans. Small Church Plan available in a 12-month plan for congregations with fewer than 50 regular attendees. Individual Age Levels are available in 9-month, 12-month, or per-season options. choose the format Downloadable Format is available immediately after each new season is posted online (sessions post eight weeks before the start of each new season). Printed Format is shipped with each new season. Note that the printed Color Packs and the Music CDs are also shipped with each new season. place your order Online: visit www.pcusastore.com/ FeastingCurriculum. An online account must be set up to order online and access downloadable curriculum. The online account allows access for up to six teachers. Phone: call our customer service team Monday- Friday, 9am-5pm EST at (800) 533-4371. Still Have Questions? Do you need help ordering, or have questions about the curriculum? Help is just a phone call or email away! Contact our team at (800) 533-4371, or email your questions to customer_service@presbypub.com. FEASTING ON THE WORD CURRICULUM IS PUBLISHED BY Geneva Press 100 Witherspoon Street Louisville, KY 40202 2018 Westminster John Knox Press General Editor: Carol Wehrheim Editor: Rebecca Grothe Joining the Feast Editor: Donald K. McKim 12 (800) 533-4371 www.pcusastore.com