This document provides a summary of new products from Northwestern Publishing House (NPH), including books, Bible study resources, and children's materials. It highlights a new 12-book Bible story series, children's books featuring the character Buttons, and the final volume in The People's Bible commentary series. The catalog introduces new items and subscription options while also including a list of currently in-print NPH products. The goal is to help readers grow closer to Christ through these faith-building resources.

2. Get "Closer to Christ"
with books from NPH!
Dear Partner of NPH,
Northwestern Publishing House strives to reach out to your church, school,
and home, and to the whole world. Together may our work proceed so that
God's love in Jesus Christ continues to reach the hearts and minds of alL.
This 2003 Product Catalog highlights new products published by Northwestern
Publishing House through the summer of 2003. It is a supplement to the
2003-2005 Resource Catalog, which includes NPH products and products
from other publishers.
Also included, on pages 28 through 35, is a list of NPH products currently
in print. The list does not include Christ-Light religion curriculum. (These
products are advertised in a separate curriculum brochure.)
The Closer to Christ logo identifies NPH products that are specificaLLy
designed for laypeople-products with less theological language than
books written for pastors and teachers, but which provide plenty of
sound spiritual guidance.
In Christ,
The NPH Staff
~ ~ Northwestern
1..r Publishing House
Publisher of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS)
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3. A wonderful 12--book series about the lives and times of
some of God's chosen people. The plots and settings in
each book have been carefully drawn from the living record
of Scripture. The authors of this series show us that God's
people, both then and now find respite fOTtheir souLSin
God's abiding grace. You wiLL led to experience God's
be
plan of salvation as it unfolds on the pages of Scripture.
Subscribe to the God's People series to save 10% off the
cover prices of each of the 12 books! Subscribers are'
schedl!ledJo receive two new books every six months. The
Jirst two boo~s; available S~ptember 2003, are:
Elijah:, FiEtryProphet
oy James A. Aaerman
One of the Bible's best-known prophets, Elijah stood up to
the godless King Ahab and wicked Queen JezebeL, chal-
lenged false prophets of Baal to a prayer duel, and brought
~ife back into a young boy's corpse. Yet Elijah still had -his
doubts. Find out how the still, small voice of the gospel
propped him up through his many challenges. Size, 6" x 8".
Papercover. 46 pages.
PC12N1767 $6.99
James A. Aderman
Ruth: A Love Story
by Owen A. Darn
The story of Ruth is the story of Ruth's love for the true
God, of her unflinching loyalty to an aging and embittered
mother-in-law, and of the godly union the Lord used to
move history one step closer to fulfillment in the promised
Messiah. This book also clearly explains some of the
customs that underlie her story. Size, 6" x 8". Papercover.
42 pages.
PC12Nl776 $6.99

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5. Gall from the BattoIl'& bo
Take a look at the four Buttons books!
In Buttons' Picnic, Buttons teaches his Uncle Skeeter to
praise God for all the wonderful things he does. This
1 book's theme is PRAISE, and Buttons himself tells the
Bible story about Jesus feeding many, many people with
just a little lunch brought by a boy. Papercover. 27 pages.
PC16N1632 $5.99.
In Buttons Visits Grandma, Buttons learns that obeying
his grandmother is a way to show love for God. This book's
theme is OBEDIENCE,and the Bible story is about Noah
and how he showed love for God by buHding the arKJust
the way God told him to build it. Papercover. 29 pages;
PC16N1633 $5.99.
In Buttons in the Dark, Buttons sees and hears fearful
tliings in his dark bedroom and learns to trust God and
his loving care. This book's theme is TRUST,and the Bible
story told by Buttons' father is about Jesus calming the
wind and the waves of a terrible storm. Papercover.
27 pages.
PC16N1634 .•..••..••••••••.••• $5.99.

6. The People's Bible
Many people have found The People's Bible to be the
most reliable Bible commentary series published. It's the
Laypeople's Bible-down to earth, clearly written, easy to
read and understand, filled with practical and contempo-
rary applications. Each compact 5 W' x 8" papercover
volume includes that book's complete text from the NIV
Bible. The Christ-centered commentaries foLLowingthe
Scripture sections contain explanations of the text, histor-
ical background, maps, illustrations, and archaeological
information. The People's Bible commentaries are great for
persollal:~0r group study.
The final volume of The People's Bible series
is 110wavailable!
..James,1,2 Peter, 1,2,3 John, Jude
by Mark A. Jeske
Papercover, 354 pages
PC15N0669 $15.99
James Peter, John, Jude comments on the seven
"catholic," or universal, letters that follow the book of
Hebrews. These seem to have been addressed to Christians
in general and not specificaLLyto Christians in localized
groups. James, Peter, John, Jude follows the pattern set
by other volumes in this serie of Bible commentaries.
Mark Jeske, a veteran parish pastor, includes many scrip-
tural applications for today's reader.
The People's Bible series is available as individual volumes
sets, or by subscription. For su6scription savings, call
NPH Order Services.
Save when you order the useful People's Bible sets!
The Books of Moses Set
Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus,
Numbers, Deuteronomy
PC15N0700 $68.49
The Promised Land Set
Joshua, Judges/Ruth, 1,2 Samuel
PC15N0701 $41.49
Rise and Fall of Israel Set
1,2 Kings, 1 Chronicles,
2 Chronicles, Ezra/Nehemiah/Esther
PC15N0702 $55.7.9
Psalms and Wisdom Set
Job,Psolms 1-72, Psalms 73-150,
Proverbs, Ecclesiastes/Song of Songs
PC15N0703 $68.49

7. ?e~le's
B'BLE
. Teachings
Bible
God's Inspired, Inerrant Word
by Brian R. Keller
Parish pastor author Brian Keller states in his introduction:
"This volume was written to introduce the Bible to people
just like you. Everyone needs to know what the Bible 1S
Bible
and what it says. Whether you are just beginning your
study of the Bible or continuing your Christian education
after decades of familiarity with Holy Scripture, this book
aims to encourage you to read the Bible for what it-is:
God's verbally inspired and inerrant Word." The author uses Marriage and Family
Scripture to discuss topics such as
• what the Bible is and what it isn't
God's Inspir
• .why Gotg~ve us the BibJe and how it is useful, Inerrant Wo
• what the Bible says and howsit points to Christ
i.
In a'crdit~on, tj,is~~olumeoffers reliable i~formation on
when tHe Bibl~.was written and by whom
." hQwthe SiDle was passed on to us .and how we know o
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8. As Luther Taught the Word of Truth
Devotions on the Small Catechism
by Richard E. Lauersdorf
One of a small number of devotional books discussing Martin
Luther's Small Catechism, As Luther Taught the Word of Truth
contains 58 devotions that will deepen your understanding
of scriptural application. Each devotion penetrates a
concept or phrase found in one of five chief parts of the
catechism. The author also uses personal remembrances to
connect with resonant events in the reader's life. At the
heart of every devotion is the comforting message of the
gospel, which is just as Luther taught the Word of Truth.
Papercover, 198 pages.
PC06N0722 $12.99

9. The Gift of Prayer
Power for Today's Christian Woman
by Jane Schlenvogt
God wants us to come to him in prayer. Through God's gift
of prayer we have full, free, and direct access to the One
who provides for our every need. And this all-powerful God
even talks back-through his Word, as we hear him speak
in the Bible.
Jane Schlenvogt examines this God-given privilege in her
book The Gift of Prayer. In it she marvels at the gift of
prayer, uses the Lord's Prayer to discuss the various
aspects of this gift, and gives some practical advice about
how to pray and about how to receive the bLessings tnat
come from prayer. Papercover. 104 pages.
PC12Nl779 $11.99

10. A Garment Woven in Victory
Lutheran Comfort in the Resurrection
by Carol Geisler
Carol Geisler shows how Luther and the Scriptures teach
that the unseen resurrection life is more real than the
visual experience of death. Beginning with Jesus' own
resurrection, she leads the reader through Scripture's
teachings about our own resurrection and the joys of
heaven that await all who are clothed in Christ's right-
eousness. The book is tied together by the metaphor of a
thread woven into a garment representing the thread of
resurrection hope that is woven into the very fabric of our
Christian faith. Papercover. 109 pages.
PC15N0697 $11.99
Aging Gracefully
A Practical Guide to Facing
the Challenges of Growing Old
by Fred Matzke
There are many how-to books available today aimed at
helping people weather the aging process. Fred Matzke's
Aging Gracefully contains moving accounts of.1iow Christia_ns
deal with the difficulties of aging by clinging to values
learned from God's Word. It speaks to the heart of issues
often associated with the aging process: loneliness, indeci-
sion, isolation, retirement, health, money, grief, depend-
ency, and fear. Using the tools of humor, compassion, an
candor, the author addresses these issues with a voice of
experience and a wealth of Christian insight. Matzke cites
10 ul'ligue cases, including a chapter about the blessings
and e ,allenge~ ofdlis own life. Papercover. 19 ",ages.
PC12Nl778 $11.99

11. The ABCs of Worship
Lutheran Customs and Practices
ABCs
by Paul T. Prange
Lutheran worship is a whoLe new experience to many
people-guests, visitors, new members. Even members of
Lutheran churches may not know aLL details behind the
the
of Worship
things they see or do every week. Furniture has strange-
sounding names, such as pew, altar, pulpit, Lectern, and Lutheran Customs and Practices
font. The worship Leader is usually dressed in a robe. People
stand, sit, and sometimes kneeL at different times. Words
Likeservice and liturgy, epistle and gospel, Baptism and:
Communion, and Amen are used. Some of these customs
come from the BibLe; others come from Christian tradition.
The ABCs of Worship is a handy guide with 26 aLphabeticaL
chapters expLaining the customs and practices used by the
Lutheran church. The short chapters are packed with usefuL
information; each one shows the deep appreciation for the
gospeL reflected in the way Lutherans worship. This book Paul T. Prange
can be used for personaL meditation, group studies, Of to
teach new members. For group study sessions, discussion
questions to use with the bookLet are avaiLabLe FREEonline
at www.nph.netfhtmLfabc.htmL. Papercover. 40 pages.
PC15N0692 $4.50 (10 or more-15% off)

12. God's Promise
An Interactive Journey through the Bible
You have probably heard or read the stories of the Bible
many times, but you've never experienced them like this!
God's Promise is a multimedia CD-ROMthat uses visuals,
sound, and interactions to make the story of the Bible
come alive.
This great CD-ROMcontains 12 sections detailing the fall
into sin and promise of a Savior, the birth and life of
Jesus, and the start of the Christian church. Each section
provides a virtual guide to walk you through the scenes.
You can then click on a projector, interactive scrolls, or
animated people to hear the story presented from several
unique angles. When you are finished with a story, click on
puzzle pieces to challenge your knowledge.
Contrasting Covenants
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13. A Portrait of Paul
Making Disciples of All Nations
by David J. Vallesky
In A Portrait of Paul, Professor Vallesky pictures the world
in which this most well-known early missionary lived,
especially as it was relevant to the apostle's early years
and cosmopolitan background. Vallesky also examines
Paul's teaching and leadership activities in the church.
As the author constructs his picture, he looks for wa-ysto
apply the lessons of Paul's life to pastors and leaders of
today's churches. It is here that the book provides plenty
of practical content: How should pastors be prepared for
missionary work? How can outreach be Garried out i;1
congregational life? How can mission boards approach
growth? Papercover. 116 pages.
PC15N0685 $11.99
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14. Periodicals
Lutheran Parent
A great parenting magazine that enhances the spiritual lives
of families. A valued resource for the Christian home, it
tackles difficult-to-answer questions and offers real-life
solutions to problems-from a Lutheran perspective. LP is
filled with parenting tips, short feature articles, and
activities for families with school-aged children. Many
families and congregations have chosen Lutheran Parent
Lutheran Parent includes: because it encourages parents to build their homes on
• increased devotional Christ. Find more than 55 age-appropriate devotional
offerings offerings in the expanded devotional section including
• greater range of "7-Minute Messages," "Bible Pictures," and "A Bible story
age-specific materials to share." Churches, order a bulk subscription for families in
for younger children the congregation! Published bimonthly. 32 pages per issue.
• sound law-gospel presen-
Individual Subscription
tations for families who
One year $19.99
spend time each day Two years 37.98
around God's Word
Bulk Subscriptions
• biblical perspectives for
Listing for ten or more copies delivered to individual
raising a family in tcday's
changing cultural currents addresses:
One year, per copy $17.99
• excellent writing
Bundle of ten or more copies delivered to a single address:
• quality art
One year, per copy $16.99
Meditations
An inspiring, personal devotional booklet, each meditation
is clearly'written and easy to understand, with a specie]
Scripture reading, devotion, and prayer for each day.
Contributions from pastors in eveT¥ field of ttle WEtS and
the ELSprovide scriptural guidance and encouragement for
daily living. Available as bulk subscriptions to congregations
and organizations. Published quarterly. 96 pages per issue.
Meditations ....•.... Large I!rint Edition
A sight-saving publication of Meditations, produced in an
81f2"x II" format. Available as bulk subscriptions to
congregations and organizations. Published quarterly.
96 pages per issue.
Meditations Online
Receive the complete text version of the daily Meditations
devotion via e-mail at work OJ home. Online, subscribers
also have access to search the arehive of pa~devotiollS.
Subscription rate is the same worldwide in US funds.
Meditations Individual Subscription
One year $10.00
Two years 18.00
Meditations Bulk Subscriptions
Bundle of 12 or more copies delivered to a single address;
One quarter, per copy •..... $2.25
Ol'1e year, per C(fpy ••••••••••• 8.60
Bundle of 100 or more copies delivered to a single add res$!.
One quarter, per copy $2.10
One ~ear, Rer ~.py 8.00

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Call 1-800-662-6093 ext. 8
(Milwaukee area 414-615-5785)
Representatives welcome any subscription inquiries
or orders between 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M. CTweekdays.
Online
Bankcard subscription orders are also welcome online
at www.nph.netjperiodicals
Pricing
Rates listed are for delivery within the USA. Contact
NPH Subscription Services for Canadian and foreign
rates. Discover, MasterCard, and Visa are accepted.
All prices are subject to change without notice.
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16. Evangelical Lutheran Dogmatics
Volume 3 ~ --===-
by Adolf Hoenecke
Adolf Hoenecke is one of America's foremost confessional'l;
Luth~ran dogmaticians. His examination of doctrine and
~ractice aLways begins in Scripture. This translation of ~
Volume 3 covers the subject of soteriology, including the
doctrine of election, Christology, and the order ef salvation: ""-
the call, enlightenment, rebirth, conversion, fepentance.;
justification, the mystical union of believers with God, and -
sanctification. Hoenecke also examines the teactiings oL£-,
errorists from ancient times through the 19th century. At a
time when thinking conceminq justification and sanctifka, =_
tion is muddled even among some Lutherans, Hoenecke's, =.
precise and thoroughly scriptural writing is a breath of
fresh air. Hoenecke's Dogmatics is a valuable reseurce for
the Eastor or seminary student who wants to. b~-tholi,ougFly..:~:;
grounded in Lutheran dogmatics. Hardcover. 492-pages. ~ ~
PC15N0698 $36.99
Sermon Studies on Selected Psalms-
Edited by John A. Braun
The book of Psalms is a valuable worship and devotion
resource. The psalms provide us with the spoken or musical
responses we use in our worship. The words, distilled from
the spectrum of h[Jm~n emotions, flow from tfie deep fattH
of their ancient authors and touch the faith of readers
today. The imagery of the book communicates well to
readers in a culture of visual media.
Sermon Studies on Selected Psatms aids pastors who may
want to preach about the psalms. This volume is a collec-
tion of ~9 studies by various authors. The chosen psalms
are from the three-year lectionary readings listed in
Christian Worship. Each s4ldy contains suggested uses
of the psalm, its background and exegesis, homiletical
suggestions, and ideas for a children's sermon. These
sermon texts will provide comfort and strength to you
and year congregation. Hardcover. 356 pages.
PC15N0687......•.........•.. $32.99
Online: www.nph.net

17. An Outstanding
New Witness Series
Searching for something to enhance your witness efforts?
Take advantage of the new "I am" series of evangelism
brochures. With an interesting and attractive design, they
speak to the unchurched in simple, straightforward
language. Titles include:
I Am a Christian (PC04N1296)
Clears up any misunderstanding about what itmeans
to be Christian.
I Am a Lutheran (PC04N1297)
We are Lutheran because we share Luther's belief in
Jesus as Savior.
I Am Going to Heaven (PC04N1300)
We are surely going to heaven because it is won for us
through Jesus.
I Am Loved by Jesus (PC04N1298)
Jesus loves us even though we are sinners.
I Am Touched by God (P(04N1299)
God touc es us throug his Word.
I Am God's Child by Faith Alone (P(04N1302)
Christ's righteousness is given to us by faith.
I Am God's Child by Scripture Alone (P(04N1303)
God has cbosen to W(}l:I< faith through his
Scripture alone.
1 Am God's Child by Grace Alone (P(04N1301)
God lovesus for no otlier reason than that he chose
to love

18. lIIe FamilY Life Series
The new Family Life series is a marriage and family
enrichment ministry tool that includes booklets and bifold
brochures produced by Northwestern Publishing House in
conjunction with the WELSCommission on Adult
Discipleship. Each booklet and brochure in the series
addresses an issue that most families will face at one time
or another and provides Christ-centered guidance and
encouragement. Written from the perspective of redeemed
children of God, the series helps us recognize both the
practical and spiritual implications of the various issues.
The booklets and brochures can be used for private reading
or for group Bible studies. They can also be distributed as The Family
discussion pieces to leaders or members of a school or
congregation.
Life Series Set I
The completed Family Life series will consist of a total of
24 booklets with corresponding brochures. The series is leader's Guide e------'
divided into three sets of eight booklets and brochures,
with a Leader's Guide for each set. Priorities
Christian Education
Dealing with In-Laws
Children on Loan from God
Spiritual Leadership
Several features distinguish these Family Conflict
Parents
resources as versatile ministry tools: es
• The booklets provide general reading and
include several discussion questions at the end of
each chapter to help the reader focus the message on Schumacher
his or her own life. The questions can also be used to
lead 20-minute Bible studies.
• The bifold summary brochures can be
given to Bible class participants as a review of the
basic concepts covered in the booklet or used as a
Children
one-session Bible study covering the entire topic. on Loan Children on Loan from God
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study of each chapter in the booklets. Included are
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fami,~YConf}ict
by H. Curtis Lyon
Helps us recognize several major causes of conflict in
our families and leads us to Jesus as the solution. He
alone can calm the storms that arise in our relationships.
Four chapters.
Booklet: PC22Nl052 $3.00
Bifold: 22Nl053.............. .50

21. Saints No one likes the thought of being wet for a long
time. Think of a toddler squirming in a squishy dia-
per or an adult caught in a cold, April shower. What
uncomfortable pictures flash before the mental
video screen! The very thought makes us shiver.
For Living Saints bulletin inserts address a For a child of God, the picture of being wet for a
lifetime evokes a far different reaction. Instead of dis-
variety of relevant faith-life topics from a distinctively comfort and chills, the Christian senses the warmth
scriptural Lutheran perspective. Written with an engaging and comfort that radiate from the promises that are
ours through the water of Holy Baptism. Through this
style, the inserts offer brief educational messages that washing of water and the Word, the holy God comes
help us recognize the working of God's grace in our lives. into our lives and leaves us "wet"for life. God comes
to us through this Sacrament and engulfs us in his
They also help us recognize how we can respond to the powerful grace. Although this washing happens only
once, it is so powerful that it drenches our parched
love of Christ in our lives. The inserts can be placed in souls with the sweet refreshment of forgiveness over
bulletins or given to friends, relatives, and neiqhbots as an and over again. Baptism is a washing with lasting
effect. It's no wonder luther, the great reformer, once
evangelism tool. said, "Every Christian consequently has enough to
learn and to practice all his life in regard to Baptism"
(Large Catechism, Janzow translation, p. 103).
Can Baptism mean so much throughout my entire
life? Scripture says so. In fact, God has much to say
about this washing of water with the Word. The var-
ious forms of the word baptize occur over one hun-
dred times in the New Testament, The apostle Paul
states, "You were washed, you were sanctified, you
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life. This prec' apt,sm, We have ~ 5 2:38). Through
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22. Chapel Talks
for Christian Children
2003-2004
Featuring lessons on songs of the Bible
c These 42 adaptable services-one for each week of the
school year-focus on songs of the Bible in the Old and
New Testaments. Each service examines a Bible text with
an object lesson, followed by discussions and applications
for daily living. Copy masters for short worship services,
plus complete music accompaniments, are also provided.
There are many great ways to use {Ilape! Talks:
• children's sermons
• weekly children's services
• Sunday school openings
• youth group devotions
Chapel Talks For Christian Children 2003-2004
PC06N5003 $24.99
Subscribe!
Receive each year's new Chapel Talks edition without having
to reorder. Just ask NPH Order Services about our Blanket
Order Subscription Service, and leave the details to us!
Strong Roots for Tender Shoots
Early childhood program
A Christ-centered early childhood program developed by the STRONG
WELSCommission on Youth Discipleship and Northwestern
Publishing House, the packet contains Christian parenting
Roots
tender
FOR
materials for prebirth through age 4, including seven
age-appropriate books, ten pamphlets with tips, songs,
Shoots
poems, and activities, pLus two magnets. The packaging
envelope serves as a coordinator file with areas to record
the child's information and track material delivery dates.
as they raiee their young children.
Included in each
Strong Roots for Tender Shoots
packet:

23. ~-eligion Curriculum
Christ-Light ® 0 ers ible lessons for children from birth through
grade 12. This correlated curriculum can be used in Sunday schools, preschools,
i!
Lutheran elementary schools, home schools, confirmation classes, teen Bible
f
! classes, Lutheran high schools, and early childhood programs, including Strong
Roots for Tender Shoots. Christ-Light contains the resources a congregation
needs to coordinate the curriculum for all its youth education agencies.
Christ-Light available:
Strong Roots fOI< Tender Shoots Birth-Age 4
Old Testament Bible lessons, A & B sets 1-4 Prekindergarten-Grade 6
Old TestameiifHible lessons, C sets 1-4 Grades 3-6
NewTesta~~efif Biblelessons, A & B sets 1-4 Prekindergarten-Grade 6
New Testafiient Bible Le;sons, C sets 1-4 ~.~Grades 3-
Best Book of All Grades 3-4
Topical Biole"Study courses Grades 7-8
Catechism lessons Grades 7-8
Bible history/topical Bible study courses Grades 9-11
In development:
Christ-Light fer.;rhree-Year-Olds Age 3
Bible history/topical Bible study courses Grade 12
Catechism lessons Grades 5-6
Christ-Light Coordinated Curriculum is a joint project of the WELS Commission on
Youth Discipleship and Northwestern Publishing House.
Christ-Light Adult Bible Study
These are adult lessons coordinated to the Christ-Light youth curriculum
(prekindergarten-grade 6). Each four-page lesson-contains an adult version
of the childre~s Bil:llelesson.
Christ-Light Adult BiJj'le Study is a joint project of the WELS Commission on
AduLt Discipleship and.Northwestern Publishing House.
For Christ-Ugh~ order fO.1!ns,sample lessons, or ai:lditicmal information,
caU NPH Order Services.
Vacation Bible School Curriculum, 2004
Every year Christ-Light offers.a new and exciting vacation Bible school
course containing the resources a congregation needs to host a five-day
VBSfor children from age 3 through grade 6. A theme is integrated into
five Bible lessons. The 2004 VBS materials include a theme-related
adult/teen Bible study. The theme for 2004 is the Olympics, and the title
of the VBS pro..gramis "Ready, Set, GolIJ." The user can choose the number
and mix of individual components as needed: student lessons, teacher's
guides with class time ideas and copy master activities, a music guide and
CDrecording, craft book, devotions, and leader's CD-ROM with customizable
promotional and follow-up materials. CaUand request-the latest VBSbrochure
--,.11IIII
from NPH Order Services, orlook online at www.np.net. "Ready, set, Gold"
will be available in Decernber 2003.
Christ-light is a registereCf.rademark of Northwestern Publishing House.
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022 (Milwaukee 414-475-6600) 8:,(fQ>06..M. to 4:30 P.M. CTweekdays.

24. 2003 Children's Christmas Service Kit
Christmas around the World: A Children's Christmas Service
by Bryan and Jackie Gerlach
Christmas around the World is a kit featuring Christmas caroLs from other Lands
aFld cultures. It is a traditional children's Christmas service full of narration, recita-
tiol'l"..and music:
• Hymns and carols, aLternative accompaniments, and hymn and song
suggestions are included for additionaL variety in the service.
• Prerecorded vocal demonstrations, accompaniment tracks, and eLectronic text
fiLes are provided on CO.
• Accompaniment MIDI fiLes are provided on CDfor use with the HymnSoft
PLayer ModuLe or a MIDI keyboard.
• Service text copy masters and an electronic fiLe include aLL song and hymn texts.
• Visit www.nph.net to downLoad a sampLe service.
The complete service text for Christmas around the WorLdis available as a PDFfile
at www.nph.net.Click on the Christmas kit icon to access this sample as well as a
listing of the service music and portions of the vocal scores and accompaniments.
Christmas Service Kit
PC18N0372 $49.99
Christmas Service Kits
from Northwestern Publishing House offer many • CDrecording has two versions of every s011g and
options for both large and small congregations. hymn. Use the demonstration tracks with voice and
• Copy masters provide for unLimited dupLicating of the accompaniment to introduce the songs. Then sing
originaL service and music, eLiminating the need to aLong with the separate accompaniment tracks for
purchase individuaL service bookLets for every teacher rehearsaL, or use them: for the actuaL service.
and chiLd. ACIditionaLCDs can be orderea.
• AduLt participation can enhance the service through • The User's Guide features a banner pattern that
choraL seLections or story narration and recitation. represents the service theme.
• ELectronic service text fiLes make customization • The fuLL-coLorbuLLetin cover coordinates with the
easy-you're free to customize text without service theme and may be ordered in quantity from
obtaining permission. NPH. A bulletin sample is included in every kit.
NPH Lenten ,Resources for 2004
Cross Examination
Kits include the following:
• Sermon helps, including outlines and complete texts
of nine sermons
• Service pLanning resources-comprised of sermon text Kit includes a CDthat is Windows and Mac compatible.
and theme, with suggestions for order of service, The sermon helps (mcLuding BiOle references hemes,
hymns, psalms, Scripture readings, and prayers to rein~ and complete texts ~or :t:h~nine sert;pons) max be
force the theme of each service throughout Lent purchased separately. '
• Copy masters for midweek services-for those who For kit titles c~rrently available, check the NPH Online
wish to reproduce the text "as is" for a worship CataLog at www.np.net. or call PI:!Order 'S""ervices.
service foLder
• Lenten bulletin sampLe-available in quantity from
NPH for use""a~a service folder from Ash Wednesday
th Il ~oo~:fi:tjGlay
f (0 nS;$Qlt;sep.~!~t~~)

25. Music Curriculum
Sing and Make Music
A Music Curriculum
for the Lutheran Elementary School
by Dr. Edward H. Meyer,
professor emeritus of music at Martin Luther CoLLege SingW --""'"----~~-----~~---~ ..
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Can be used as a stand-alone music curriculum or as an afid O;r
JV1akeMus"-
enhancement to any standard music curriculum. In addi-
tion to teaching basic musical concepts, it also examines SyUable Ladder
the music and liturgy of the church. Materials include so
teacher's guides, student lessons, accompaniment and se »>: t:r----B
student songbooks, accompaniment music on CD, and fa
supplementary recordings.
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Level One: CompLete Set
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PC76N0106 $260.00
LeveLTwo: Complete Set (Grades 1 and 2)
"PC76N0207 ......•.......... 315.00
,~etel Three: Complete Set (Grades 3 and 4)
:PC76N0307 315.00
J&vet Four: Co plete Set (Grades 5 and 6)
"I~(J6N0407 315.00
level Five: Complete Set (Grades 7 and 8)
PC76N0507 ...•...•.....•... 315.00

26. Christian Worship:
New Service Settings
This newest resource from the Christian Worship product
Line includes new musicaL settings for two orders of service
from Christian Worship and a new order of service not
found in Christian Worship.
• The Common Service can be used in pLace of CWpage
15 with or without HoLyCommunion. This flexibLe
service has accompaniments for organ or piano and
optionaL instruments.
• Morning Praise can be used in pLace of CWpage 45
for morning services. This service has accompaniments
for piano or keyboard and optionaL instruments.
• Prayer at the Close of Oay, historically known as
CompLine, can be used in pLace of CWpage 52 for
evening services. There are two versions of this
service: one setting includes an accompaniment for
organ, whiLe the second setting has accompaniments
for organ, piano, and guitar.
Christian WorsMp: New Service Settings is available in three
editions that can be purchased individually OJ paired to
suit your congregation's needs.

27. 34 Alternate Hymn Accom·paniments.
Sets 1 and 2
by ~dl:Xard H. Meyer
34 8 h"x"11" sheets/set
t 34 Alternate Hymn
DifficuLtylevel: Easy
Accompaniments
These aLternate accompaniments of hymns from Christian Set I
Worship are crafted to be pLayeCl::on any type of ke.yboard
instrument, Each setting may ~e used te-introducgjjyrnn Advent,
sjAging in worship services. Brackets in the music show
where a .s~prt hymn'~jntfoductiQtl may begirt Eaclls.etting Chrisu.nas,
prpyides an interesting three-p~ft: texture, which can be Epiphany,
used to support tbesinging ofthe congregation or choirs,
~speciaLly those comprised of children's voices. Included and General
are selections for specific seasons and generaL use.
Q,ther Features:
···."Profe~~or-Mey~[~~freshcbutl;traditional styLe of
-comJ1~sing wtlL:iLappeaLto-o;ganists and keyboard
_. pLayersof aLiabfLities.·~
• Each set has a tune and titLe index and a table
that fists the hymn numbers-of five current
= Lutheran hymnals:
Organists and keyboard pLayers can use these
simple settings ffir congregation, chQir, and 34 Alternate Hymn
solo~accompanlments. ~- _ Accompaniments
The settings are printed on one side of Loose-Leaf, Set 2
punched, heavy stock paper that can be kept in
a binder. Lent,
34 Alternate ~ymIPAccomp-animents
J.·et 1: Ad¥ent, Christmas, Epiphany, and General
Easter,
. PC27N00:35•..•.••••• ;; .•.••.. $14.00 Pmt~cOS.~
34 Alternate Hymn Accompaniments and General
Sa 2: Lent, Easter, Pentecost, and GeJ]eral
PC27N0036 ••••.•.•••.•••..•.. $14.00
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Call: 1-800.-662-60.22 (Mllwaukee 414-475-6600) 8:00 A.M.-to 4:30 P.M. CT weekdays.

29. 34 Alternate Hymn Accompaniments,
Sets 1 and 2
'1"'' '
An: 'by,Edward H. Meyer
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34 Alternate Hymn
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Difficulty level: Easy
These alternate accompaniments of hymns from Christian
Accompaniments
Set 1
Worship are crafted to be played on any type of keyboard
instrument. Each setting may be used to introduce hymn Advent,
~inging in worship services. Brackets in t.he music show
. where a short hymrftntroductifn"may brgln. Each setting ChrisQnas,
provides an interesting three-part texture, which can be Epiphany,
used to support the singing of the congregation or choirs,
especially those comprised of children's voices. Included and General
are selections for specific seasons and general use.
Ed •••.
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Other features:
!±iU0~Pr.Qfe~~oJJ:1eyer's fresh but)radition~ntyle of
, compbsing will appeal to organists and keyboard
~o.I.'orthwestem
players of all abilities. 1f ~~-2-H3Jse
_w.nph.net
• Each set has a tune and title index and a table
that lists tl'ie hymn numbers of five current
Lutheran -hymnals.
• Organists and keyboard players can use these
simple-settinqsfor congregation, choir, and 34 Alternate Hymn
solo accompaniments. ~:~ Accompaniments
-. The settings are printed on one side of loose-leaf, Set 2
punched, heavy stock paper that can be kept in
a binder.
34 Alternate Hymn Accomeaniments
Set 1: Advent, Christmas, Epiphany, and General
PC27N0035 c•••••••• $14.0~0
34 Alternate Hymn Accompaniments
Set 2: Lent, Easter, Pentecost, and General
PC27N0036 $14.00 '."M'99

30. Music
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An African Song of Life
An: by Karen Emmett Phipps
Missions, General
SATB
This SATBsetting for the unaccompanied choir combines
two African songs of praise with the mission hymn "From
Greenland's Icy Mountains." In Africa the songs are used
as the congregation brings forward their offerings. This
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o Dearest
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Jesus and any service with an emphasis on evangelism or
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gospel proclamation.
PC28N6075 $1.65
o Dearest Jesus
Arr. by Harold R. Vetter
Lent, Good Friday
SATBand piano
Three stanzas of the classic Lenten hymn "0 Dearest Jesus"
are set in a traditional Baroque style that will appeal to
- '- I I singers and listeners alike. Flowing piano accompaniment
and elegant SATBchoral writing makes this excellent for
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B1t(l(IKDALI!
use during Lent and Holy Week.
IMoA,B''''''(ASCAP)
PC28N6078 ..........•......... $1.65
Extol the Lamb!
by John A. Behnke
Lent 1, Easter, St. Michael and All Angels, End Time
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minor festival of St. Michael and ALL Angels-are used
with a powerful new tune by John Behnke. Fresh, but
fip.. o.._ .....!-~004._1
Thep.._s.,. ,..poI> dr accessible, choir and keyboard parts make this an exciting
choice for the average church choir.
You Call Us, Lord
Our Fathers' God in Years Long Gone
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You Call Us. Lord
Our Fathers' God in Years Long Gone
by William Braun
-1': _I kn .i~ I', 'rr , '1 Church Anniversary, Dedication, Ministry, General
Two optional texts are set with this new tune for use at
special church occasions and times of dedication. Designed
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31. The Apostolic Blessing
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