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Created and Loved By God
A Covenant to Care Handbook
"Becoming a Covenant to Care congregation is a serious commitment."
This 96 page handbook by Nancy A. Carter has been developed for prospective or new Covenant to Care congregations, but many churches who have been a part of this movement that welcomes persons with HIV/AIDS and their families will also find it helpful.Stock #2149, $4.95 plus postage and handling. Order from the Service Center
Table of Contents
Biblical and Theological Background
Chapter 1: Recognizing the Face of AIDS
Chapter 2: If the Door Is Closed, Go through the Window! Becoming a Covenant to Care Congregation
Chapter 3: Relearning the Meaning of Holiness: The Role of the Church in HIV/AIDS Ministries
Chapter 4: Chicken and Biscuits and More: Offering Christian Hospitality
Program Ideas and Plans
Basic Resources for All Sessions
Session 1: A Covenant to Care: What Is It?
Session 2: AIDS101: Let's Learn the Facts!
Session 3: Biblical Context
Session 4: When AIDS Comes Home
Session 5: Words and Deeds: Religious Statements and Actions
Session 6: Let's Become a Covenant to Care Church
Materials for Information and Duplication
Basic Information (3 resources)
Action Ideas (4 resources)
Church Statements and Resolutions (2 resources)
Organizations and Sources of Information (2 resources)
The Covenant to Care Program
The Story of George Clark III and the Beginning of the Covenant to Care Program
