Available Resources

It is necessary to evaluate available resources when you set up a church school, and periodically when you have one in operation. Look at the following areas each time:

What curriculums do you have on site? What age levels are they? How many copies do you have? Can you get more, and if so, where? (remember, unless something is out of copyright or you have permission, you should not xerox curriculum.)

Do you have Bibles (all the same version, please!)? Do you have an Atlas of the Bible or good Bible-land maps? Do you have a Concordance?

Do you have other supplemental materials for teachers?

Do you have materials for doing curriculum related crafts?

How about basic supplies- paper, pencils or pens, crayons, etc.?

Do you have an overhead or computer set up available?

Do you have a TV/DVD/VHS combo on site?

Do you have appropriate audio-visuals: DVDS, videos, computer programs, etc.

If you do not have some of these, consider:

· Posting a plea in your bulletin or newsletter telling people exactly what you need, and how much of it.
· Asking area businesses to donate- they may be able to use it as a tax write-off.
· Ask your boss at work if the company can donate any paper or office supplies.
· If you are a mission of the Antiochian Church, contact the Christian Ed. office to see what materials you can get for free. (Other jurisdictions may have similar availability.)

Also check the Antiochian Christian Ed website (see link to right) for other resources available.