July 10, 2000,
NEW YORK CITY In continuing efforts to provide useful, up-to-date, inclusive
information to the public, the National Council of Churches has released the following new
resources:
Map &
Facts: Mexico
Chronologies by Rev. Benito Juarez-Martines
Biographies by Kathleen Lowe
Oxford Cartographers
Published by Friendship Press
This bright four-color map, 23"
x 35", shows topography, states and major cities of Mexico. Eight panels on the
reverse side provide a ready reference to Mexican geography and history, including the
impact of the Spanish colonists, the development of the Church in Mexico and current
economic problems. Special features also include individual profiles of two Mexicans who
reflect on the meaning of faith in their lives. An accompanying study guide describes how
to use the information found on the map in mission study groups. To obtain a copy contact Dee Glover, Friendship
Press, 475 Riverside Drive, Room 856, New York, NY 10115,
212-870-2496; dee@ncccusa.org FP 73029 / $8.95
Study Guide to
"Map & Facts: Mexico"
By Don Parker-Burgard
Published by Friendship Press
Intended to help congregations
evaluate and then react to issues in Mexico, this 16-page study guide reviews the material
found on the Map & Facts: Mexico panels (see description above), and adds
additional resource information. It also suggests ways for local study leaders to help
mission study groups better understand the people of this large country and near neighbor.
A brief videography suggests video resources that could also be used in the study of
Mexico. To receive a guide, contact Dee
Glover, Friendship Press, 475 Riverside Drive, Room 856, New York, NY 10115, 212-870-2496;
dee@ncccusa.org.
FP 73030 / $3.00
Map &
Facts: Africa
Text by Susan Converse Winslow
Published by Friendship Press
Suitable as a stand-alone resource,
this updated version of 1991s Map & Facts: Africa forms the basis of
adult study material on Africa, with panels highlighting the continents history,
geography and economy. A section on the culture of Africa provides a view of the arts and
of everyday life in the continent.
Framed by an
African-motif border, the resource provides current information on the 53 independent
African countries and the western Sahara and colonial islands. Updated information also
includes facts on the refugees of Africa, the state of Africas children and the AIDS
crisis in Africa. This Peters Projection map, FP73031, is $8.95. For more information, or to receive a copy contact
Dee Glover, Friendship Press, 475 Riverside Drive, Room 856, New York, NY 10115,
212-870-2496, dee@ncccusa.org.
The Refugee
Crisis in Africa: The Churches Call to Care
Produced by Church World Service Immigration and Refugee Program
This four-page illustrated brochure
addresses the issue of refugees in Africa, a place that has been plagued with
refugee-producing crises for dozens of years. The
brochure discusses the causes of several of these crises; offers facts, figures and basic
definitions related to African refugees and displaced persons; and provides insight on the
harsh realities of life in an African refugee camp.
This resource also considers what can
be done to improve the lives of African refugees, highlighting the role of the Church
World Service Immigration and Refugee Program, its affiliates and participating
denominations and their congregations. Those interested in helping to ease the plight of
African refugees will find practical action suggestions in this brochure. To receive a copy contact Jennifer Graber,
CWS/IRP, 475 Riverside Drive, Room 658, New York, NY 10115, 212-870-3153; jgraber@ncccusa.org.
Reaching Out
to Refugees
Produced by Church World Service Immigration and Refugee Program
This brochure
addresses the plight of refugees from around the world and discusses the effort of the
Church World Service Immigration and Refugee Program to resettle refugees in U.S.
communities. Offering suggestions on what readers can do to help refugees, the document is
aimed at motivating people to get involved.
The document
also provides in-depth background on the involvement of Church World Service in
resettlement efforts worldwide. For a free
copy, contact Jennifer Graber, CWS/IRP, 475 Riverside Drive, Room 658, New York, NY 10115,
212-870-3153; jgraber@ncccusa.org.
National
Council of Churches Committee on Disabilities Packet on Christian Education
Assembled by the NCC Committee on Disabilities
Created by the National Council of
Churches Committee on Disabilities, this packet of information on Christian Education is
intended to serve as a starting point for teachers interested in creating inclusive
classrooms.
Filled with a
collection of tips on eliminating the barriers to learning that persons with disabilities
often confront, the packet focuses on audio, visual and kinesthetic learning. From multi-sensory worship guides to
questionnaires, this resource contains a wealth of information on how teachers, Sunday
School leaders, and parents can reach children.
For a copy of
the packet contact Ministries in Christian Education, 475 Riverside Drive, Room 834, New
York, NY 10115, 212-870-2738; www.ncccusa.org/nmu/mce/index.html.
Racism
Violates Human Rights: An Analysis
A joint project of the following organizations:
World Council of
Churches, Programme to Combat Racism
The National
Council of Churches, Racial Justice Working Group
The American Indian Law
Alliance, International Law Resources
Based on
hearings held in 1994 by the National Council of Churches and the World Council of
Churches, this newly released document analyzes the ecumenical Racism Violates Human
Rights initiative developed to raise awareness of human rights issues in the United
States and to and provide opportunities for grassroots organizations to develop
partnerships with each other and churches. It
serves as a summary of testimonies recorded at the hearings, including in-depth
testimonies on environmental racism, immigration, political prisoners, sovereignty,
employment, health, prison conditions, racist violence and sentencing. It also includes
theological reflections of the issues. This 98-page document is available for $10. Contact Sammy Toineeta, National Council of
Churches Racial Justice Working Group Program, 475 Riverside Drive, Room 880, New York, NY
10115, 212-870-2387; sammy@ncccusa.org.
We Can Do That
Too! Hunger Education Activities That Work
Produced by Church World Service
Great for youth
groups, camps, CROP walks and other hunger-related events, this 20-page collection of
easy-to-use worship materials, simulation games and dramas for congregational and
community education settings is a sequel to the popular We Can Do That! The resource has new material developed by hunger
educators in the United States and abroad.
The cost is $1
(which includes shipping). Please pre-pay,
specify ED 0047. Contact Hattie Redmond,
Church World Service, 28606 Phillips St., P.O. Box 968 Elkhart, IN 46515, 1-800-297-1516,
ext. 334; or email hredmond@cws.ncccusa.org;
or call your CWS/CROP Regional Office at 1-888-CWS-CROP, that's 1-888-297-2767.
Tools of Hope
Program Guide- Share in a Hope-filled Tomorrow!
Produced by Church World Service
A great way for
your congregation to become a partner in the development work of Church World Service,
this Tool Promotion Kit has all the materials and ideas youll need for a
compelling, informative Tools of Hope celebration. The Tools of Hope
Program of Church World Service is an opportunity for congregations, organizations and
individuals to provide vital assistance and hope to people in need.
Recognizing that the key to
successful social and economic development work is helping people help themselves, Tools
of Hope shares the tools, technical assistance and other resources
necessary to establish urban and rural community projects in areas of great need.
The promotion
kit includes a color poster set and resources that will equip you to present TOOLS OF HOPE
to your congregation or community group. For
more information, contact Hattie Redmond, Church World Service, 28606 Phillips St., P.O.
Box 968, Elkhart, IN 46515, 1-800-297-1516, ext. 334; or email hredmond@cws.ncccusa.org; or call your CWS/CROP
Regional Office at 1-888-CWS-CROP, that's 1-888-297-2767.
CWS Film and
Video Library Catalog
Church World Service
Congregations, schools, community
organizations and individuals are invited to access CWS's free-loan library of videos for
all ages on topics ranging from hunger, development, and refugees, to peacemaking,
inclusiveness, the environment and simplifying our lifestyles. When you borrow a video, all you pay is return
shipping.
This pocket-sized catalog offers
titles and descriptions by topic and instructions on booking a video for your group. This information is also available on the CWS
Website, www.churchworldservice.org. For a
free copy call Gary Arnold, Church World Service, 1-800-297-1516, ext. 338; or email to garnold@cws.ncccusa.org; or call your CWS/CROP
Regional Office at 1-888-CWS-CROP, that's 1-888-297-2767.
Footsteps of
Hope
Produced by Church World Service
This 9 1/2
minute video tells the story of how the footsteps of
CROPWALKERS are making a resounding difference in the lives of
children and families in Honduras--and around the world.
Youll meet
the Dominguez family and celebrate the sounds of hope in their lives: the stories being
read aloud in a literacy program, the voices of women sharing their concerns and dreams in
a support group, and the sound of fresh water
flowing from the communitys water system. Youll
sing along with 11-year-old Baltazar and 5-year-old Federico as they give voice to the
hopes and dreams of their family and community.
To receive this
video at no cost, contact Hattie Redmond, Church World Service, 28606, Phillips St., P.O.
Box 968, Elkhart, IN 46515, 1-800-297-1516, ext. 334; or email hredmond@cws.ncccusa.org; or call your CWS/CROP
Regional Office at 1-888-CWS-CROP, that's 1-888-297-2767.
Building a
Culture of Peace With Justice
Produced by the International Justice and Human Rights Office, Church World Service
Designed to help
churches and community groups across the nation organize their annual Peace With
Justice Week, these materials offer the
possibility of networking with others around the 2000 theme Building a Culture of
Peace With Justice. Promoting the observance of Peace With Justice Week in the USA,
the materials identify violence as a widely shared problem, the solutions to which require
us to work together beyond the walls of the church.
The new flyer
for organizers of the annual Peace With Justice Week highlights ways in which you and your
community can be a part of NCC efforts to advance the United Nations vision for
peace and other efforts to promote worldwide peace. Building a Culture of Peace With
Justice may be ordered for $2 (25 percent discount for 10 or more) from Peace With Justice
Week, 475 Riverside Drive, Room 670, New York, NY 10115-005. Tel. 212-870-2424. Fax: 212-870-2055. pwjw@ncccusa.org.
Hungry
Decisions Simulation Game
Produced by Church World Service
An interactive addition to the Church
World Service Web site, "Hungry Decisions" allows young people and adults in the
developed world to better understand neighbors in less developed parts of the world by
working through a series online life choices and consequences.
Reactions to the simulation have been
enthusiastic. The simulation includes
suggestions for teachers and a reflection page for users, as well as links to related
aspects of CWS work. To access this site on
the Web, type www.churchworldservice.org
and click Resources.
Hunger
in a Land of Plenty Fact Sheet
Produced by Church World Service
An update of a
previous Facts Have Faces fact sheet, this four-page learning/action guide on
hunger celebrates the progress made by Church World Service and others in the struggle
against hunger. The fact sheet also notes how
far we have to go to reach a hunger-less world.
To receive a
copy of Hunger in a Land of Plenty, contact Hattie Redmond, Church World
Service, 28606 Phillips St., P.O. Box, 968 Elkhart, IN 46515, 1-800-297-1516, ext. 334; or
email hredmond@cws.ncccusa.org; or call your
CWS/CROP Regional Office at 1-888-CWS-CROP, that's 1-888-297-2767.
Africa: In Bondage to Debt
Produced by the Office on Global
Education/Church World Service
Part of the Facts Have Faces
series, this six-page learning/action guide examines the crushing impact of foreign debt
on Africas poorest nations, many of which spend more each year on debt repayment
plans than on primary education and health care combined.
An insert profiles the Church World
Service-endorsed Jubilee 2000 campaign, which aims to end debt in the most impoverished
countries. It discusses Jubilee 2000s
proposal for debt forgivenessthe goals, strategies and the urgency of becoming
involved.
For a copy of
this handy guide, contact Hattie Redmond, Church World Service, 28606 Phillips St., P.O.
Box 968, Elkhart, IN 46515, 1-800-297-1516, ext. 334; or email hredmond@cws.ncccusa.org; or call your CWS/CROP
Regional Office at 1-888-CWS-CROP, that's 1-888-297-2767.
Landmines: Wars
Lethal Legacy
Produced by the Office on Global Education, Church World Service
This four-page
study/action guide serves as an update to Landmines: Fallout of War. In the Facts Have Faces series,
this material is a guide on landmines, their destructive consequences, and the response of
North American churches and their worldwide partners.
The cost of the
guide is 30 cents each or four for $1. To
order a copy, contact Hattie Redmond, Church World Service, 28606 Phillips St., P.O. Box
968, Elkhart, IN 46515, 1-800-297-1516, ext. 334; or email hredmond@cws.ncccusa.org; or call your CWS/CROP
Regional Office at 1-888-CWS-CROP, that's 1-888-297-2767.
Partnership
With Korean Women Pamphlet
Produced by Partnership With Korean Women Task Group, NCC
This informative
pamphlet introduces readers to the work of the Partnership With Korean Women Task Group, a
broadly based ecumenical group of Protestant and Catholic women committed to contact with
and aid for women in North Korea. The resource traces the history of the organization from
an idea to its inception.
The guide
provides information on the current situation in Korea and urges that now is a critical
time to create discussion and contact between women in North America and North Korea.
Most important
for readers, the material provides suggestions on how to help widen the circle and
build a movement of concerned and interested women in the United States and in Canada.
For a copy of
the pamplet, contact Kathy Todd, Partnership With Korean Women Task Group, National
Council of Churches, 475 Riverside Drive, Room 670, New York, NY 10115. Tel: 212-870-2055, email, kathy@ncccusa.org.
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