January 20, 2011 by admin.

Version 1.2 of Small Catechism Series I is now available. Current subscribers may download it as described in the initial purchase download instructions. For information, contact www.SmallCatechism.org today!

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January 20, 2011 by admin.

All subscribers should subscribe to SmallCatechism.org’s blog. Receive updates and news on new products from Inkrist Resources, LLC’s growing number of resources for healthy and vibrant ministry.

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November 23, 2010 by admin.

Inkrist’s SmallCatechism.org ministry is not just to provide catechetical materials, but other ministry resources as well.

As a special “Thanks” to all who are part of the Inkrist Resources, LLC family, a FREE DOWLOAD is offered for Christmas at http://www.inkrist.com/skits.htm. Look for the skit, “I Know What You’re Getting For Christmas.” A simple skit that requires little effort to implement, it can be used in many ways. In my congregation, we are using it as part of our “Free Guitar Lesson” ministry outreach and in one of our upcoming Advent services.

 God bless your thanksgiving!

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September 23, 2010 by admin.

As SmallCatechism.org continues to grow, this excellent Inkrist resource continues to grow.

Check out the three new skits:

1) Who’s God: A skit introducting the idea of the Trinity. Great to use for introducing the Apostles’ Creed.

2) Hey Law!: This skit uses some of the humor found in Fred and Annoying Orange to teach the difference between Law and Gospel. A Great way to introduce this topic in Confirmation!

3) Remember Not To Forget!: This skit, based on Jesus’ encounter with the Ten Lepers (Luke 17) is great for Thanksgiving and Pentecost XX (Series C), coming up in October.

All skits are available in PDF format. These can be reproduced within the purchaser’s own organization or congregation.

All skits are $3.00. As a special to Small Catechism subscribers, get ALL THREE for $10.00

To see samples, visit www.Inkrist.com .

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September 20, 2010 by admin.

Need a creative twist for Thanksgiving Worship? Or for the Gospel Reading for Pentecost 20, Series C (Coming up in just a few weeks on October 10, 2010)?

Consider the skit, “Remember Not To Forget.” This skit, by Thomas Fischer, is a simple, very-little-rehearsal-needed, treatment of The Ten Lepers (Luke 17:11ff.) In the skit, each of the nine lepers is interviewed, specifically asking, “Why didn’t you thank Jesus?” The tenth leper, of course, gives testimony to why he DID thank Jesus.

This skit can be used with confirmation classes, youth groups, or with a blend of youth, parents and others. Use it in worship, Sunday School, Weekday or confirmation classes. Homeschoolers may consider performing it as a family in your local church.

This skit is a simple way to bring to life this very special miracle of Jesus. For more information contact inkristresources@gmail.com . Cost of the skit is only $2.50 per congregation or organization.

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August 14, 2010 by admin.

One of the outstanding benefits of SmallCatechism.org’s materials in its flexibility. Series 1 outlines provide an outstanding framework for catechesis, while easily allowing other insights and materials from instructors. Users report excellent experience using Series 1 as their main instruction guide for the Small Catechism.

Others find Series 2 to be an excellent introduction to Luther’s Small Catechism. It is designed to be simple but informative…for students 6th grade and up. It can be used in  online format (with self-correcting quizzes) or printed out and used in a class setting. BOTH are included with the purchase of Series 1 and 2.

Series 1 and 2 may be used independently or together. View SmallCatechism.org’s suggest curriculum at http://smallcatechism.org/Small%20Catechism.org%20Suggested%20Curriculum.pdf

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August 14, 2010 by admin.

Whether because of good stewardship or because of tough economic conditions, churches often look for inexpensive ways to provide to provide quality materials for ministry.

CreativeHymns.com Handbell area has over 20 simple songs for one, two and three-octave handbells. Written for Level 1 (beginners) and Level 2 handbell or handchime choirs, these original arrangements can be performed after just one or two practices. For extra flair, several come with option keyboard/organ accompaniments.

Each anthem is only $2.00 each and may be duplicated as many times as needed within the church. Given that many handbell anthems cost $2.00 or more for just ONE copy, this may be a great opportunity for your church to build ministry on a string.

Talk with your music director or handbell choir about Creative Handbells from Inkrist Resources. http://creativehymns.com/Handbells.html 

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August 14, 2010 by admin.

SmallCatechism.org is just one of a list of growing resources from Inkrist Resources, LLC.

Another popular resource is www.Creativehymns.com.

Do you need a special hymn that just “says it” the way you want? Do you want something creative that the congregation can sing without having to practice or stumble?

www.Creativehymns.com contains original lyrics for familiar tunes by Thomas F. Fischer and used in worship in his ministry. Organized by liturgical season, it is an easy-to-access resource. All songs are FREE, merely required listing: “Lyrics by xxxxxxxx . Copyright 20xx  CreativeHymns.com  All Right Reserved. Reprinted By Permission.”

Visit www.CreativeHymns.com to see how this may help your ministry of worship!

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June 11, 2010 by admin.

Recently I, with other church leaders, had the privilege of visiting Crossroads Pregnancy Center in Auburn Hills, Michigan. As they described their Christian pro-life ministry, they shared God’s blessing and work through their center.

Several times a year, my confirmation classes go on various field trips to experience various community ministries. I will certainly add this to the schedule for our congregation’s confirmands. As a result, they will be exposed to many things not learned in public shcools: abstinence, why to choose life, how to witness to their friends, and how Jesus can help them in every situation.

Consider this for your confirmands!

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June 11, 2010 by admin.

“Teach Yourself The Catechism” is the tentative resource planned for release in early August. Not meant as a substitute for Pastoral mentoring, this resource is being released to address a variety of needs of the Church.

Watch for this interactive, simple introduction to Lutheran Christianity!

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