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Additional Written Resources -- Annotated Bibliography Beyond Charity: The Call to Christian Community Development. Perkins, John. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Books, 1992 "The Brookwood Community: Healing through the Dignity of Work". Elliott, Barbara. Philanthropy, Culture & Society,Washington, D.C.: Capital Research Center, Nov, 1999. Brookwood Community is a unique community, bringing people with serious mental and physical disabilities into an environment where physical, emotional, mental, vocational and spiritual needs are met. Each individual serves in some aspect on this 475 acre spread located near Brookshire, Texas, west of Houston. " 'Charitable Choice' Tests Line Between Church, State". Greenberger, Robert S. New York: The Wall Street Journal, August 24, 1999, p. A20. The program known as "charitable choice", passed in Congress in 1996 as part of welfare reform, is being carefully examined by religious and secular organizations across the United States. Some are attempting to test its' constitutionality, while others are celebrating its' recognition of the religious character of many socially-minded organizations in this country. City Reaching: On the Road to Community Transformation. Dennison, Jack. Pasadena, CA: William Carey Library, 1999. CitiReach International is an organization committed to reach cities worldwide. This book lays out a plan that empowers Christians to take the Gospel to the City. It also emphasizes the need for unity throughout the Church in order to do this more effectively. Compassionate Conservatism: What it Is, What it Does, And How it Can Transform America. Olasky, Marvin. New York: Simon & Schuster, Inc., 2000. Governor Bush brought this phrase into the limelight two years ago. It has been used in many circles for years. However, Dr. Olasky explains the philosophy behind the program that can potentially transform this country. Examples from across the country are used to demonstrate how it is already at work in many of our large cities. A call for the church to return to waging the war on poverty is issued. Congress and Civil Society: How legislators can Champion Civil Renewal in Their Districts. Lassiter, April. Washington, DC: The Heritage Foundation, 1998 To Empower People: From State to Civil Society. Berger, Peter & Neuhaus, Richard John. Washington, DC: American Enterprise Institute, 1996. In the twentieth anniversary edition of this book, Berger and Neuhaus reexamine their original concept of the crucial nature of "mediating structures" such as family, neighborhood, and church in the renewal of civil society. They had predicted that new government programs were not likely to be as successful. In this new edition, they have assessed what has happened in the last twenty years, and have invited twelve scholars to help them give direction for the future. The Growing Impact of Charitable Choice: A Catalogue of New Collaborations Between Government and Faith-Based Organizations in Nine States. Sherman, Amy L. Annapolis, MD: Center for Public Justice, 2000. Four years have passed since Congress enacted the "Charitable Choice" law that was designed to allow faith-based organizations to receive government grants without compromising their religious nature. Dr. Sherman examines the effectiveness of the law in nine large states, and points to two trends in the funding that faith-based organizations have received. A Guide to Charitable Choice: The Rules of Section 104 of the 1996 Federal Welfare Law Governing State Cooperation with Faith-based Social-Service Providers. The Center for Public Justice, Washington, D.C. & The Christian Legal Society's Center for Law and Religious Freedom, Annandale, VA., Jan 1997. Provides an overview of Section 104 that deals with "charitable choice". Intended to be a guide for religious organizations considering pursuing federal Funds. Also answers many commonly asked questions regarding this legislation. Half Time: Changing your Game Plan from Success to Significance. Buford, Bob. Grand Rapids, MI : Zondervan Publishing House, 1994. Bob Buford has launched a group called FaithWorks for marketplace leaders to encourage them to move from "success to significance." In this book, he specifically challenges those who have reached the "half-way" mark in life, and are beginning to wonder what is really significant in their life. He answers that the significant things are those that have real meaning, which give deep fulfillment, and are birthed in humility and servant leadership. "Healing Lives, One Person at a Time". Elliott- von der Heydt, Barbara. Religion and Liberty, Grand Rapids, MI: The Acton Institute, May & June, 1997, pgs. 5-10. With the recent changes in welfare policy, there is a responsibility on the shoulders of the church to help restore those devastated by the welfare system. This involves addressing spiritual and physical needs through life skills training, "tough love", and mentoring. In order for a church or ministry to do this effectively they must take the time to invest in the community by empowering the leaders of the community, and by getting to know and love those they wish to help. How to Replicate Successful Welfare-to-Work Support Programs. Congregations in Community, 1999. Contact Robert Waltz, Director, tel. 651-646-8805 ext. 19; a program of the Saint Paul Area Council of Churches, 1671 Summit Ave., Saint Paul, MN 55105. In the Name of Jesus: Reflections on Christian Leadership. Nouwen, Henri. New York: Crossroad Publishing, 1989 This short, but powerful book challenges those in the leadership positions of Christian ministry to reexamine how they do it, and for what reason. Nouwen's own spiritual journey led him to work among and with the mentally handicapped; and it was there that he began to fully understand the importance of contemplative prayer, real ministry vs. popularity, and allowing oneself to be taught by those that one is "teaching". "Kids Hope USA: One Adult, One Child, One Hour". Elliott, Barbara. Philanthropy, Culture & Society, Washington, D.C.: Capital Research Center: July 1999. Kids Hope USA is a project of International Aid, Inc., a mentor-tutor program which originated in Michigan, and which is now being successfully replicated throughout the country. Kids Hope links one adult with one at-risk child. These mentors make a commitment of at least one year to meet one hour each week with the child. This public-private partnership utilizes the "value-added" of the faith community in a way which helps public schools and the church without violating the separation of church and state. Managing the Nonprofit Organization: Principles and Practices. New York: Harper Collins, 1999 As the service sector of our society continues to grow, there is a need for expert advice and guidelines on how these organizations can be managed effectively. This book contains explanations of everything from mission to marketing to decision making. Drucker also includes examples and interviews with experts to address these needs. "One-on-one defense: Church mentoring program for at-risk kids is paying off". Elliott-von der Heydt, Barbara. Asheville, NC: WORLD, June 28- July 5, 1997, p.21. Kids Hope USA is a project of International Aid, Inc., a mentor-tutor program which originated in Michigan, and which is now being successfully replicated throughout the country. Kids Hope links one adult with one at-risk child. This article examines how it is working nation-wide. "Philanthropy's New Agenda: Creating Value". Porter, Michael E. & Kramer, Mark R. Boston, MA : Harvard Business Review, Nov-Dec 1999, pgs 121-130. "Foundations can and should lead social progress. They have the potential to make more effective use of scarce resources than either individual donors or the government. Free from political pressures, foundations can explore new solutions to social problems with an independence that government can never have. And compared with individual donors, foundations have the scale, the time horizon, and the professional management to create benefits for society more effectively (p. 122)." "Reasonable Risks: Inner Change is a bold attempt to stop prison's revolving door". Olasky, Marvin. Asheville, NC: WORLD, July 17, 1999, p.34. In April 1997, a Prison Fellowship program was implemented in the Jester II prison unit in Richmond, Texas in an attempt to reduce prison recidivism rates, and to bring lasting change in prisoner's lives. Texas Gov. George Bush allowed Texas to be the test case for this new approach to a prerelease program. This is a completely biblically based program that promotes transformation of prisoners through the power of the Gospel. It is now entering the evaluation stage as the first graduating class has been out for a year. Restorers of Hope: Reaching the Poor in your Community with Church-Based Ministries that Work. Sherman, Amy. Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books, 1997 This narrative tells the stories of effective community-based ministries that are making a difference in people's lives. Along with this, Dr. Sherman identifies the keys to their success, and challenges churches to get involved in their own communities. This book seeks to inspire and encourage all who seek to join the war on poverty, and become part of the solution that can transform lives. Road Map to Giving in America: Giving Better, Giving Smarter. Washington, D.C.: The National Commission on Philanthropy and Civic Renewal. This guide explores the founding of The National Commission on Philanthropy and Civic Renewal in September of 1996, and what their purposes are. Essentially, this commission exists to report on how Americans have given in the past, and gives recommendations on how they should give their time and money. It gives ten Guideposts to giving more effectively, and also includes examples of organizations and donors that have benefited from using this process. Seducing the Samaritan: How Governments are Reshaping Social Services. Loconte, Joe. Boston: Pioneer Institute, 1997 A Theology As Big As The City. Bakke, Ray. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 1997. For those involved in urban ministry, the questions of how God sees the city and what the Scripture has to say about urban ministry often come up. Dr. Bakke systematically answers both of these by working from Genesis through Revelation. Answering these questions is critical as the needs of the urban population continue to grow at an unprecedented rate. "Tough Medicine For Welfare Moms". Elliott-von der Heydt, Barbara. Policy Review, Washington, D.C.: The Heritage Foundation, May/June 1997, pgs. 16-18. Interfaith Housing Coalition, a tough-love employment and housing program for homeless families in Dallas is demonstrating the importance of setting high standards and holding people to them. It also demonstrates the effectiveness of a large and actively involved volunteer base-the professional staff of 10 is supplemented by 250 volunteers, who all come from 28 Dallas congregations. The Tragedy of American Compassion. Olasky, Marvin. Washington, D.C.: Regnery Publishing, Inc., 1992. This is a "new" look at our history as a nation as we have dealt with those in need. It points to a time in our past when the needs of people were met by other people, and not by agencies. It traces our history of responding to need, beginning with the church who reached out with "tough" compassion to the creation of the welfare state, with the responsibility of caring for the poor shifted entirely to the government. Dr. Olasky calls for us to apply the compassionate responses of our founding fathers to our understanding of what our nation faces today. Transforming Welfare: The Revival of American Charity. Sikkenga, Jeffrey J. (Ed.). Grand Rapids, MI: Acton Institute for the Study of Religion and Liberty, 1997. " Welfare reform has become the defining domestic policy priority of the 1990s,. . The contributors to this volume do not pretend to have all the answers, but they do agree that the present system cannot and should not last. . . By offering an alternative, this book hopes to contribute to the restoration of an ethic that can be the foundation of a truly free and humane system of social assistance, one that replaces the increasingly questionable, centralized welfare state. (Back Cover)" The Triumphs of Joseph: How Today's Community Healers are Reviving our Streets and Neighborhoods. Woodson, Robert L. New York: The Free Press, 1998 In the book of Genesis, Joseph was imprisoned by the rulers of Egypt, and yet when crisis came to the land, it was this man who ultimately saved the kingdom from starvation and ruin. Bob Woodson sees a reflection of Joseph in the men and women who work tirelessly to change lives in our nation's most ravaged neighborhoods. He points to the problems of drug abuse, theft and gang activity as merely symptoms of the moral disintegration of our country, and calls for changes at all levels of our society. The Welfare of My Neighbor: Living Out Christ's Love for the Poor. Carlson, Deanna. Washington, D.C.: Family Research Council, 1999. We must first understand who our neighbor is-it means including everyone in your community-no matter how different they are from you. "God desires the Christian community to love our neighbors in practical, as well as spiritual, ways. Specifically, God desires His church to have a tender affection and yearning for our neighbors who are in need. . . (p. 8)." This book and attached workbook/ supplemental guide seeks to provide practical educational tools for church-based outreach in America. Welfare Reformed: A Compassionate Approach. Hall, David W. (Ed.). Phillipsburg, NJ: P & R Publishing ; Franklin, Tennessee: Legacy Communications, 1994. This collection of essays address the question of whether or not there is hope for genuine welfare reform. State-run welfare programs have greatly decreased the role of private programs for charitable purposes. However, as one examines biblical teachings on charity, justice, and other related topics, the importance of families, private enterprise and the church in reforming welfare is demonstrated. "WINGS: Restoring Hope to the Jobless". Maxim, Janet. Philanthropy, Culture & Society, Washington, D.C.: Capital Research Center: December 1999. The chronically unemployed or underemployed are taken through a 40 hour week-long life skills program that teaches the participants about discovering their own inherent worth, and how to turn their own gifts and talents into something they can use in the marketplace. It also emphasizes practicalities like time management, personality tests, communication skills, and career searches. This nationally replicated program has helped over 500 individuals in just four years. A World Without Welfare: A Family Research Council Symposium. Wagner, David M. (Ed.). Washington, D.C.: Family Research Council, 1997. In this symposium of public policy experts, the role of the church and family in providing answers to the welfare crisis was examined. Recommendations on how to go about this were made. Issues such as "Designing Legislative Measures to Strengthen Civil Institutions", and " Charitable Efforts to Replace the Welfare State" were addressed. |
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