21 - Evangelism

BA-21-01     Spirituality as Witness --> $4 + S&H

This talk stresses the importance of living the kind of life that will attract people to the Lord. The emphasis is on 1. Prayer, 2. Faith, 3. Discipline, 4. Commitment, 5. Humility and 6. Love. This is all taught with the analogy of an automobile and how it runs. A very inspirational and practical message.

BA-21-02     Worship and Community as Witness --> $4 + S&H

Basically this message says we ought to do what we do very well. This includes a well prepared worship service, energetic people caring for each others needs and a well paid priest. Fr. James also discusses the various service committees in his church and explains what they do. This is a very practical message.

BJ-21-01     Presenting Christ to an Unbeliever - 1994 --> $4 + S&H

Passionate explanation of how you can tell others about Christ’s great mercy.

GP-21-01     Is Evangelism Even Orthodox? - 1994 --> $4 + S&H

Many Orthodox think the Evangelicals witness and Orthodox don't. But, the Church has always been evangelistic.

GP-21-02     How to Lead Someone to Christ - 1998 --> $4 + S&H

Tell your story, it doesn't have to be dramatic. 1) Be open and honest with the hearer. 2) Use literature - give things that helped you. 3) Bring others to Orthodox events in the area. 4) Take someone to church and lunch afterwards.

GP-21-03     Most Important Things We Have Learned About Evangelism - 1997 --> $4 + S&H

Missions Conference Panel of Speakers. The main speakers share what has worked best for them. Here is a wealth of information all presented with love and care.

HS-21-01     Ways to Use Literature for Evangelism --> $4 + S&H

Tells the importance placed on books even in ancient times.  How to use tracts, books and pamphlets to evangelize, and teach.  How to set up a bookstore.

MF-21-01     Sharing Our Personal Experiences With God --> $4 + S&H

Each of us has a story that is unique.  Ordinary stories usually work the best in evangelism.  She also tells her story of her not so ordinary conversion and journey to Orthodoxy.

MF-21-02     Making Ourselves and Our Parish Visitor Friendly --> $4 + S&H

1) Love one another.  2) Nurture newcomers.  3) Special Visitor Parking.  4) Introduce new people at coffee hour.  5) Encourage visitor spotters.

NC-21-01     Outreach - 1993 --> $4 + S&H

Fr. Constantine Nasr shares practical strategies for outreach as he tells the story of his first years at St. Elijah.

NC-21-02     A Game Plan for Parish Growth --> $4 + S&H

Fr. Constantine Nasr shares the successful methods of how St. Elijah's Orthodox Church in Oklahoma City has grown so fast and how to use these same methods in your church.

NC-21-03     Developing a Speakers Series for Your Parish --> $4 + S&H

Fr. Constantine Nasr tells how he got many people involved in his church by bringing in outside speakers.  Very practical and inspiring message.

NC-21-04     Fire up Your Nominal Church Members --> $4 + S&H

Discussion on how Fr. Constantine Nasr asked nominal members to share their vocations with the church to encourage participation.  Plus several other ideas.  Very practical.  A very enthusiastic speaker.

RJ-21-01     Gearing Your Parish for Evangelism - 1994 --> $4 + S&H

How to get your parishioners to want evangelism.  Punchy and practical.

WG-21-01     Building a Convert Friendly Parish --> $4 + S&H

Fr. Gordon Walker and Fr. Constantine Nasr team up on this presentation.  These two are pastors of rapidly growing churches.  Here are practical steps any parish can use to help visitors and inquirers feel welcome.

WG-21-02     What the Bible Says About Missions & Evangelism --> $4 + S&H

Fr. Gordon Walker says the main purpose of the church is to be a worshipping community.  John 4:23 says God is seeking worshippers so evangelism is needed to fulfill this command and the Great Commission in Matthew 28.

WG-21-03     The Forgotten Method for Evangelism: Orthodox Bible Studies --> $4 + S&H

Fr. Gordon Walker shares from years of experience in this message.  Leaders must be saturated in the scriptures.  Begin with an easy book, and study verse by verse.  Very practical and challenging.  A handout is included.