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Recommended DVDs, Bible studies, and leader guides to stimulate vibrant discussion and deep reflection in for adult and young adult faith formation groups/classes.

Spiritual Literacy: Reading the Sacred in Everyday Life

A series of six dvds based on the book, Spiritual Literacy, a collection of “aha” passages from Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat. Twenty-six meditative half-hour films combine passages from the book with music and visual art. An exceptional resource! (DVD453= and B2153)

Learn more at spiritualityandpractice.com/spiritualliteracy 

Embracing Series

(Morehouse Publishing) Includes short DVD/print presentations meant to stimulate conversation. Led by significant leaders across the church, topics include Embracing the Prophets by Walter Brueggemann, Embracing a Meaningful Life by Kathleen Norris, Embracing an Adult Faith by Marcus Borg, and Embracing Emergence Christianity by Phyllis Tickle. Highly recommended!

Learn more at churchpublishing.org 

Forgiveness: Finding Peace Through Letting Go

Another book/dvd resource, this four-part series from Adam Hamilton explores the grace of forgiveness and the freedom that comes with forgiving. (DVD484 and B3940)

Learn more at abingdonpress.com

Animate: Faith

A new small group resource from Sparkhouse (AFP). Seven substantive, passionate, and insightful sessions on central topics of the Christian faith are discussed by seven leading and diverse Christian voices including Nadia Bolz-Weber and Brian McLaren. This is a resource that promises stimulating, vibrant discussion and deep reflection. Great for discussion. (DVD481)

Learn more at animate.wearesparkhouse.org

Thin Places: Six Postures for Creating and Practicing Missional Community

A six-session print/DVD resource for adult groups interested in embodying the church in everyday life. It’s rooted in relationships and experiences and is meant for small group discussion and action.

Learn more at jonhuckins.net

36 Parables

This engaging series of parables includes bible study handouts and DVD interpretations told in modern day settlings. The Good Samaritan, the Talents, the Lost Coin and more. (DVD135=)

Learn more at shop.36parables.com

Living the Questions: Dream, Think, Be, Do

A four volume overview of Christianity for young adults featuring the insights of 25 progressive theologians. Each self-standing module contains 5 20-minute sessions in a flexible, conversation-inducing DVD format. (DVD439=)

Learn more at livingthequestions.com 

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