NEW MEMBER CLASS RESOURCES can be borrowed by Presbytery members from the RESOURCE CENTER - 1-800-277-7479 ; Kaye Bledsoe, Resource Center Manager

1. Presbyterian Questions, Presbyterian Answers: Exploring Christian Faith, Donald K. McKim. Book. Geneva Press. 2003. This is a great book is written in a question/answer format with chapters on Presbyterian History, Bible, God, Jesus Christ, Humanity, Holy Spirit, Salvation, Worship and more.
2. So, You're a New Member, Video. This 5-Part video has the following parts:

   Part 1- Presbyterian Membership

   Part 2- Presbyterian History in this Country

   Part 3- Presbyterian Beliefs

   Part 4- Presbyterian Governance

   Part 5- Presbyterian Mission

   (A workbook is included.)

3. Who Are We Presbyterians, Video & study guide. This 17-minute video helps answer the question "What does it mean to be Presbyterian?"
4. The Meaning of Mystery: Baptism and Communion, video. This video introduces the Reformed understanding of the sacraments. Leader's guide included.
5. Being Presbyterian in the Bible Belt: A Theological Survival Guide for Youth, Parents, and Other Confused Presbyterians, V. Foote Jr. & Alex Thornburg. Book. 2000. Geneva Press. This book answers many of the questions we have from the Reformed perspective of the Presbyterian Church (USA). It was written for adolescents, but can be used by all.
6. Members Together: A Study for Adult New Members, Don C. Richter & Kimberly C. Richter. This course is designed for five or more sessions, each requiring at least an hour. Additional reading & study at home are suggested. The five sessions are:

   Our Sacred Journey, The Faith of the Church, Our Presbyterian Heritage, The Work of the Church, My Personal Commitment. The learning approach is inductive, inviting participants to explore together resources from Scripture, the tradition of the church, and their own personal experience. There is a leader's guide and a participant's book. (no longer available from PDS)

7. Presbyterians: People of the Middle Way, Harry S. Hassall. This study for adult inquirers and new members addresses the essential beliefs and practices of this reunited faith. The student text and teacher's guide cover 6 sessions that include 1) How to become a Christian & a Presbyterian 2) The origins and history of the Presbyterian Church 3) The Presbyterian Belief System 4) How we govern ourselves 5) Your local church.

Foundations of Faith: Education for New Church Members, Michael D. Bush and Zeta T. Lamberson. Geneva Press, 1999. In this 8-session course you will cover the basic building blocks of what we as Christians believe. Based on the Apostles' Cred and the section of the Study Catechism that expounds on the Apostles' Creed, this resource provides an opportunity for Christians to consider what the church confesses, our own reflections on this material, and what it means for how we live our lives. The study includes a student's guide and leader's guide.