Video Resources – National Association of Congregational Christian Churches

Christian Education and Vacation Bible School

Maggie Helmick — Wed, 20 Nov 2024 14:10:00 +0000

Are you looking for new resources for your church’s Christian Education (CE) and Vacation Bible School (VBS) programming?

Check out the recording of our Christian Formation and Vacation Bible School webinar from November 7th, 2024!

To watch, click here and enter the password: U6w+s8#j. Skip ahead to 07:15 to get to the start of the conversation!

Congregationalism 101 DVD

nacccadmin — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 17:30:21 +0000

This one-hour video introduces church members to the basic concepts and overarching principles of the Congregational Way.

Trauma-Informed Ministry Webinar Resources

Jerrie Ceplina — Mon, 05 Apr 2021 20:45:59 +0000

This 120-minute webinar, held on January 27, 2021, featured experts from medical, caregiving, and ministry realms to discuss the nature of trauma and how to minister to people who have undergone trauma, defined broadly as a “deeply distressing or disturbing experience.” Presenters included Scott Webb, trauma-informed care coordinator with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services; Kelvin Foster, trauma-trained chaplain with the Red Cross; Brenda Kocher, facility dog program coordinator with the Guardian ad Litem Program in Florida’s 13th Judicial Circuit; and Kathrin Gabriel-Jones, podcast host with the Ministering to Ministers Foundation and Encouragement Coach.

Please Note: due to issues with the recording, we are unable to share the original webinar as it was presented. Please use the resources below to help guide your own conversations around trauma-informed ministry.

Click to download the following webinar resources:

Worship Resources DVD

nacccadmin — Wed, 03 Mar 2021 18:06:22 +0000

Produced by Rev. Dr. Steven Peay and Rev. Shawn Stapleton, this resource is available in digital format. This DVD also has many resources to help you plan Worship experiences that are meaningful, encouraging and rooted in history and tradition while still speaking to us today.

View and download here.

The Promising Future of Small Churches – 2019 Annual Meeting & Conference Lecture

nacccadmin — Wed, 03 Mar 2021 17:51:51 +0000

Hear how churches of any size, especially small churches, have a future when they become engaged with their communities. See how your church can take a fresh look at finding its place in your community.

Why the Congregational Story Matters – 2019 Annual Meeting and Conference Lecture

nacccadmin — Wed, 03 Mar 2021 17:48:02 +0000

Peggy Bendroth suggests that the culture of Congregationalism continues to permeate the American way of life, but over time, Congregationalist has lost an understanding of their roots. Bendroth says we have to understand our DNA – – “Who you were is how you are.” In other words, it’s important to reclaim an understanding of the history of the Congregational Way to understand who we are today and who we are called to be tomorrow.

The Congregational Lecture – 2019 Annual Meeting & Conference

nacccadmin — Wed, 03 Mar 2021 17:47:05 +0000

The Rev. Dr. John Tamilio III of the Congregational Church of Canton, MA, argues that our rich history is about much more than the way we govern ourselves. He suggests that our passion for outreach and ministry must also be proclaimed when we tell people who we are and what we believe.

Bible Lecture – 2019 Annual Meeting & Conference

nacccadmin — Wed, 03 Mar 2021 17:40:52 +0000

Part 1

Presenter: The Rev. Dr. Brett Younger, Plymouth Congregational Church, Brooklyn NY

Focusing on the Gospel of Mark, Dr. Younger discusses how Jesus’ ministry informs our call to ministry today.

In Part 1, Dr. Younger offers an overview of Mark’s gospel, then focuses on Mark 1:14-20, challenging us to consider the way in which we share our faith, and our call to “get out of the boat.” He asks, “What would it take for us to live like the church, instead of talk like the church?”

Part 2

Presenter: The Rev. Dr. Brett Younger, Plymouth Congregational Church, Brooklyn NY

Focusing on the Gospel of Mark, Dr. Younger discusses how Jesus’ ministry informs our call to ministry today.

In Part 2, Dr. Younger focuses on Mark 1:1-12, suggesting that the message of forgiveness can offer a fresh start for everyone who hears it. He also draws meaning out of Mark 2:23-3:6, asking if we, at times, might be a bit more like the Pharisees than we are comfortable admitting. He says, “This story doesn’t really bother us, because we think we know which side we’re on.”

Part 3

Presenter: The Rev. Dr. Brett Younger, Plymouth Congregational Church, Brooklyn NY

Focusing on the Gospel of Mark, Dr. Younger discusses how Jesus’ ministry informs our call to ministry today.

In Part 3, Dr. Younger focuses on Mark 8:27-38 and Mark 16:1-8. In speaking of the way Jesus challenges our deeply ingrained notions of who God is, he says those who want a peaceful life would do well to steer clear of Jesus. “Jesus disturbs our selfishness, challenges our prejudices, reorders our priorities,” he said. “Jesus wants to change us.” He suggests that Mark’s abrupt ending perhaps means that the Gospel is still being written through us.

What’s Working Well at Church – 2019 Annual Meeting & Conference Lecture

nacccadmin — Wed, 03 Mar 2021 17:39:30 +0000

Representatives from churches of varying sizes discuss the ways in which their fellowships are living out their Christian faith. While each of these congregations are located in the Midwest, the successes they share are applicable anywhere.

Panelists: Patty Smith, Berwick (IA) Congregational Church; The Rev. Justin Nierer, Sandstone Congregational Church (Jackson, MI) The Rev. Dr. Don Olsen, Plymouth Congregational Church (Wichita, KS)