Annotated Peace Resource List

A good time-tested overview, though (first ed.) not in a format with "bells and whistles." Structured for twenty 45-min. sessions (totalling 15 hrs.), this curriculum refers to numerous case studies from history throughout, (interesting enough in themselves, and given with citations, though the one report of the Danish king wearing a star when Nazis ordered the Jews to--and every one else following suit--has since been found to be non-factual). Also includes several conflict scenarios for role playing and some cooperative games and group activities.

Includes many little-known facts and moving stories about violence and the use of firearms in our society. Divided into 4 discussion segments.

This look at contemporary homelessness show that it can happen to anybody. Encounter mothers, children, educated persons, telling their stories. Divided into 4 discussion segments.

Take the challenge to view this with fellow church members and your family and honestly discuss how you view and use money. Divided into 10 segments, with a condensed 23-min. version at the end for use if time is limited.

Features Sister Helen Prejean, who was portrayed in the movie Dead Man Walking on criminal justice issues and the death penalty. Examines how the hearts of murder victims families have changed from revenge to forgiveness and raises the question of whether execution is ever right. Divided into 5 discussion segments.

Looks at the culture influencing adolescents today, adolescent development, parenting issues, community and church involvement. Includes "no-holds-barred" interviews of teens by a teen and interviews with parents and adults who work with adolescents. Special section for youth workers. Addresses how congregations can be effectively involved with parents and teens. Divided into 8 discussion segments.

Tackles how prejudice and privilege still affect jobs, education, the judicial system, and the church. Divided into 6 discussion segments.

Sexual abuse is in our churches, homes, and institutions. This award-winning video features psychotherapist and author Carolyn Holderread Heggen, along with disturbing but true stories of sexual abuse told by actors. For senior high youth and adults only. Divided into 5 discussion segments.

Examines TV’s role in society in 5 different discussion segments. Media experts explain how and by whom our attitudes on race, sex, roles, politics, and current events are being shaped. Companion video to Beyond the News: TV Violence and Your Child.

Provides insight into a little publicized aspect of the Gulf War -- its opposition. Interviews four men and two women who attempted to become conscientious objectors during the Gulf War. They joined the military for various reasons: to get a job or money for college, to fulfill a sense of duty, to "be all they can be." Their stories illuminate the transformations they underwent, from raw teenage recruits to responsible adults, willing to take a moral stand despite the personal consequences. Their resistance was met with threats ranging from dishonorable discharge to the death penalty. Raises critical questions for those considering enlistment, for service people contemplating conscientious objection and for anyone concerned with issues of militarism in a democratic society. For youth.

This is a Bible study and journaling workbook for people exploring issues of conscientious objection to military service. Designed for individual or group study, or with a mentor. Also available as a packet of the book and information about Christian Peacemaker Registration (documenting your views on participation in the military with corroborating evidence from your life).

The author shares conflict-resolution strategies in a variety of settings. Stories Offer insights on reconciliation in family conflict, in church and mission situations. Discussion questions. (Peace and Justice Series #10)

Follows Christianity from 90AD to 313AD while it opposed war, and what happened then. (Peace & Justice Series #2)

How do we change personal attitudes or systems that cause injustice? The author Offiers suggestions based on 40 texts from Luke. Each chapter ends with a creative retelling of a text, useful for worship settings.

Designed for group study, this book includes a personal inventory on conflict management style, discussion guides, personal reflection exercises, and role plays for active listening and appropriate speaking. Includes a leader’s guide at the back.

Designed for personal reflection and journaling within a group-study process, this format is useful in adult electives, small group studies, or retreat settings. Encourages a witness that integrates word and action in daily life. 8 chapters.

Introduces various aspects of conflict and conflict transformation based on biblical and Anabaptist principles.

This revision of the statement on violence presented at the Mennonite Church and General Conference Mennonite Church assembly in 1997 includes personal stories and an extensive bibliography. Includes a 6-session study and action guide by Lois Barrett to help congregations put the statement into practice.

"Our mission is to empower teachers, children and families with the values and skills necessary to create a culture of peace." Includes curriculum and resources for Kindergarten through teenage years.