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Where To Get Rev. White's
Book On Adult Instruction Book
By: Rev. Jack Cascione |
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After sending out the last email about Adult Confirmation at Redeemer
Lutheran Church, there have been more questions than I can answer
individually about where to purchase Rev. Laurence White's book on adult
instruction.
I always use Koehler's Annotated Catechism. I buy them by the case
from the Fort Wayne Book Store or CPH.
I use Rev. Laurence White's "Life With God: A Survey of Biblical
Doctrine as Confessed in the Evangelical Lutheran Church." You
can order White's book by calling 713-290-9087, or faxing 713-290-0224, or
logging by emailing church@osl.cc or writing to
Our Savior Lutheran Church, 5000 W Tidwell Rd, Houston TX 77091-4633
Mention Reclaim News when you place your order.
First, I take the class to the Bible, then I take them to the Catechism, and
then in the same class I do some lecturing out of White's book. There
is really too much to cover in 32 hours, so we talk about some of the
material and have them read some of the material at home. White's book
also becomes an excellent reference book for the students when the class is
over. It is easy to read, has great graphics, and quotes source
material.
There is little point to talking about doctrine without talking about the
Bible. Therefore, I have them read the book of Matthew by the end of
the first two weeks. Each lecture is focused on reading quotations
from the Bible that are repeated in Koehler's and White's books.
Each adult instruction class has people from every kind of background.
Therefore, I try to prove that everything we teach is found in the Bible.
This approach gives the Catechism and White greater credibility.
After 22 years of teaching Adult instruction two or three times a year,
moving from the Bible, to the Catechism, White, the Augsburg Confession, the
Luther Movie, video clips, the Church Constitution, additional handouts,
etc., it all becomes an effortless, unified presentation.
White's book is by far the most complete instructional and resource guide
that I use. What is nice about his material is, his logical order of
presentation. He really is a clear thinker.
It helps to use a little bit of salesmanship in Adult Instruction.
Two hours is a long time, so we break for coffee, pop, cake, and whatever. I
put out a little container to cover expenses.
Every pastor has to tailor his classes to his own abilities and teaching
style. To be genuine, you have to be you. White's material gives
the teacher a lot of flexibility.
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January 11, 2002 |