FREE MATERIAL

What is the Anglican Fellowship of Prayer (Canada)?  A brochure which outlines the ministry of AFP (Canada) and provides a space for the name, address end telephone number of the AFP representative in the Diocese.

AFP (Canada) Bookmarks  These bookmarks promote the AFP Alongsider program.

AFP (Canada) Newsletters   Each AFP Diocesan Representative (DR) is mailed a bundle of newsletters after each publishing date. The DRs may request an increase in the number forwarded at any time.

Why Join AFP (Canada)?  A pamphlet that outlines the benefits of being a member of AFP (Canada) and contributing to its work.

AFP Parish Representative Guidelines  A pamphlet that provides information, advice and guidance for AFP Parish Representatives.

FOR PERSONAL USE

Personal Prayer Notebook  A 9" x 6” three-ringed notebook by Harry Griffith with teaching on five facets of prayer: Adoration, Thanksgiving, Confession, Petition, and Intercession.  Your own prayers may be inserted.

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Beginning To Pray  This one of a series of pamphlets (P-2 to P-6) which complement each other and provide basic information on its subject and a list of books relating thereto, prepared by the Toronto Diocesan Prayer Committee.

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Family Prayer  This one of a series of pamphlets (P-2 to P-6) which complement each other and provide basic information on its subject and a list of books relating thereto, prepared by the Toronto Diocesan Prayer Committee.

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Intercessory Prayers  This one of a series of pamphlets (P-2 to P-6) which complement each other and provide basic information on its subject and a list of books relating thereto, prepared by the Toronto Diocesan Prayer Committee.

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Contemplative Prayer  This one of a series of pamphlets (P-2 to P-6) which complement each other and provide basic information on its subject and a list of books relating thereto, prepared by the Toronto Diocesan Prayer Committee.

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Spiritual Guidance  This one of a series of pamphlets (P-2 to P-6) which complement each other and provide basic information on its subject and a list of books relating thereto, prepared by the Toronto Diocesan Prayer Committee.

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A Rule of Life  A flexible guide for controlling “spiritual slippage".

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Daily Prayer  A day by day outline to help organize one's daily prayers throughout a week under the headings of Adoration, Thanksgiving, Confession, Intercession, and Petition. A few prompters are listed.

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Cards with Prayers  assorted - for letter enclosures - (e.g. "Onestep at a time", '"The Gardener’s Prayer", "Footprints", bereavement prayers, etc.) –

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Family Prayer  A booklet by the Rev. Richard & Davette Turk on the effective way they introduced and maintained a way of prayer with their children.    -

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Self-Examination Using the Ten Commandments  Know yourself through searching questions, given for meditation before God.

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Self-Examination Using the Beatitudes  Know yourself through searching questions, given for meditation before God.

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When Ye Fast  A folder explaining practical methods for, and the value of, this ancient practice.

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How to Spend an Hour In Prayer

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A Prayer for the Healing of Memories

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AFP Parish Representative Guidelines  A pamphlet that provides information, advice and guidance for AFP Parish Representatives.

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Praying for your Spiritual Leaders  A pamphlet intended to provide a resource for those who would pray regularly for their Spiritual Leader(s).

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A Prayer Inventory  a self-examination pamphlet intended to provide a resource to determine some ways to change and grow in our relationship with God.

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Why Join the Anglican Fellowship of Prayer (Canada)?  A pamphlet that outlines the benefits of being a member of AFP (Canada) and contributing to its work.

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Teaching Children to Pray  Some suggested steps on teaching children to pray and using the Hand Prayer as a teaching guide.

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FOR GROUP OR PARISH USE

Alongsider’s Kit  Promotes prayer for parish and beyond, among those isolated from the parish family, shut-ins, and older people generally.  Each participant needs a kit.

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Alongsider’s Program  The booklet which describes this parish program, with a guide to implementation and a commissioning service for the participants.

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Alongsider's Wall chart  8 l/2” x 11" chart, to inform the parish as to who is participating in this ministry.

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Home Quiet Day  Brief hints and suggested time table.

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Day of Prayer  A one-day event, in three parts, with Biblical focus on personal prayer, small group prayer and the parish as a praying unit.

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Parish School of Prayer  A kit based on the 'Rule of Life’ folder by AFP and an exercise derived from Henri Nouwen's book "With Open Hands"- To be used in five sessions to establish prayer groups. Ten "Rule of Life" folders are included.)

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How to start a Prayer Group  A booklet of practical help for formation, leadership, maintenance and other related matters for prayer groups.

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Powerhouse of Prayer Workbook  An excellent 16 page, 8 ½ X 11 book with exercises in the back.  It covers 9 facets of Prayer; Personal prayer, Bible study, Prayer Groups, Healing Prayer, Journaling, Spiritual Direction and Prayer Vigils.  Designed to be read in advance of workshop, to allow time to work at each facet on the day of the workshop.  (A video presenting the full workshop is available for leaders or small parishes, see V-34.)

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Powerhouse of Prayer Leaders Guide  Includes timetable, letter to clergy, set-up, mechanics of presentation, guidance re Vigil, value assessment, etc. (A video presenting the full workshop is available for leaders or small parishes, see V-34.)

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Prayer Chains  Simplified guidelines to help establish a quick and vital parish response to those in need.

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Parish House Groups  A general overview of parish house groups and answers to questions relating to them. (Provided by Ottawa Diocese in the fall of 1999) –

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Calling Process  Prayer for the election of a Bishop or the appointment of a parish priest: contains schedule with Scripture to implement individual or group prayer.

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Vigil Kit  For parish, Synod, or crisis - contains guidelines, sign-up sheets, signs, and leaflet “How To Spend an Hour in Prayer". 

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FOR USE BY INDIVIDUALS OR BY GROUPS

Listening to God  A booklet of ten Biblical selections chosen with the special intention of teaching a vital [though often absent] part of prayer, over a 10 day period.  Written by Rosemary Green for Scripture Union. –

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Questions People Have About Prayer  19 Questions - How do you hear God? How long should you pray for someone? Why pray for healing? -- Use one each time your group meets to add interest.

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A Guide for Readers and Intercessors  A 'how to' guide for those who perform these tasks at worship services.

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An Emmaus Walk  An exercise in which prayer and Scripture run together in a walking meditation. Written by Brother Ramon, an Anglican Franciscan

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Keeping A Holy Lent.  A description of the meaning of the time of Lent with some of the possibilities of making it a special time, including prayer suggestions and a daily schedule of scripture readings.

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AUDIO TAPES

Exploring the Ten Commandments  by Wm. Purcell)

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Prayer and the Dying  by Dr. Balfour Mount,  Founder and Director of the Palliative Care Unit at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Montreal, Quebec.

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Three Ways God Answers Prayer In Time of Trouble.  by Rev. John Claypool

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Go On Ahead - I Will Come - LUKE 10  by The Most Rev. Reginald Hollis, Retired Bishop of Montreal and Former Episcopal Director of AFP International

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Prayer and Trust  by Rev. John Claypool.

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Prayer and Depression  by Rev. Frank Fuller and Ann Jeanette Marantino.

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Wings Like Eagles The personal testimony of the Hon. Margaret Mc Cain, former Lieutenant-Governor of New Brunswick.

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Discernment - Weeds Among the Wheat  by Father Thos. Green, S.J..  Three sessions.

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Jesus Is Alive and He Heals Today  by The Rev. Dr. Rufus Wombie.  Four sessions.

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Changes in Christianity in Western Culture  by The Rev. Canon Herbert O’Driscoll Canmore. 1998.

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Some Context for Prayer  by Dr Richard Foster - - Canmore, 1998

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Intercessory Prayer - Loving Someone  by Dr. Richard Foster - Canmore, 1998.

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The Prayer of Relinquishment  by Dr. Richard Foster - Canmore 1998.

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Life with God in Unceasing Prayer  by Dr. Richard Foster--Canmore, 1998.

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Prayer and Life in the Inner City by The Rev. Calenzo Hubbard, Director of the Ecumenical Center in Inner-city Memphis. Tennessee. AFP Int'l. Conf., 2000.

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With God Nothing Is Impossible  by Dr. Dallas Willard, Theologian and Scholar- AFP International Conference, 2000

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PRAYER CARDS

Prayer Cards  A selection of prayer cards created by Esther Jackson of Calgary, Alberta.  Sizes: 4”x6”; 5”x7”; 8.5”x11”; 11”x17”.

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Note Cards  created by Esther Jackson.  Package of five assorted cards with envelopes.

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AUDIO STUDY TAPES WITH GUIDES

Introducing the Bible  by Dr. William Barclay.  What the Bible says and how to study it.

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Encountering the Bible  by The Rt. Rev. Stephen Neill, Bible scholar of worldwide reputation. The Bible's relevance, centrality and revelation for our lives.

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Familiar Words of the New Testament  by Dr. Wm. Barclay. late Bible scholar and author)- Beatitudes I and); Romans 12:1 Corinthians 13; John 1; Revelations 13.

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Epistle to the Romans  by Rev. Christopher Bryan, New Testament scholar.  Call to freedom, power and love.

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How to Pray  by The Rt. Rev. Cuthbert Bardsley, retired Bishop of Coventry, England.  Eight practical sessions - God reveals and our response.

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Christian Living  by the late Samuel Shoemaker, preacher, writer, and prophet. What happens when we pray?

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Intercessory Prayer  by The Rt. Rev. Donald Hultstrand.  An offering of self for others including healing.

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Creating Prayer Groups  by the Rt. Rev. Donald Hultstrand. A practical and successful parish approach to creating prayer groups.

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Help in Time of Trouble  by Rev. John Claypool Three ways: Miracle, collaboration, and grace

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Coming to Know God  by The Rt. Rev. Michael Marshall To know, to love and to follow - - the purpose of Baptism.

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Spiritual Renewal  by The Rt. Rev William C. Frey, Bishop of Colorado and leader in Church Renewal.  The cost and place of renewal within the Body, the Church.

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God’s Instrumental People  by The late Samuel Shoemaker) spiritual infilling overflows powerfully when directed by prayer.

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The Priesthood of all Believers  The Rev. Terry Fullam, Bible teacher.  God's people as priests, equipped, enabled and encouraged.

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Understanding Evangelism  by The Rev. Chuck Murphy, teacher of evangelism.  The message bears its fruits through joyful, attractive worship and sharing.

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Evangelism opportunities.  by The Rev. Robert Hall.  Practical lay witness, visit with “How to” help.

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Prayer and Depression  by The Rev. Frank Fuller and Ann Jeanette Marantino).  With practical notes for Individuals and groups and a good bibliography.

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VIDEO TAPES

Power House of Prayer  A one-lay workshop ted by Canon Tom and Dr. Betty Gracie (First Director of AFP Canada, 1982-97)—to be used as is or as preparation for local leaders - contains vigil for preparation in advance, plus 8 other aspects of prayer to practice alone and/or in small groups - - (For Workbook and Leaders Guide. see G-23 and G – 24).

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Listen to God Rosemary and Canon Michael Green lead a 13-session workshop to help us to learn to listen to God. Michael teaches from Scripture; Rosemary enables everyone to practice their learning in innovative ways alone and in small groups - Guidebook included - By Scripture Union.

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Prayer, Mission, and a Great Awakening - - Our Dependence on God by the Rev. Dr John Rogers, former Dean of Trinity Episcopal School of Ministry, Ambridge, Penn. ---Interesting and could be used as a resource for a Bible study on praying.

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Role of Prayer In Spiritual Awakening A 26-minute dynamic lecture by the late Dr. Edwin Orr (Oxford) using history to reveal the power of Prayer in effecting sweeping spiritual awakening.

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BOOKS

"Exploding Mystery of Prayer” by Helen Smith Shoemaker, one of AFP's founding leaders – the way in which to become what we really are - children of God in the here and now.

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"The Magnificent Promise" by Helen Smith Shoemaker.  Stories which show how God can work on the job and in our families, when we pray with all our hearts and minds.

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"Treasures of Darkness" by Dr. Anne Tanner, author, workshop and retreat leader.  With case studies, discussion questions and other practical aids, this book is a trustworthy guide for parishes, and separated or divorced Christians who seek to journey in the spirit of Jesus.

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"The Parish as a Center of Prayer"  Ten ways to facilitate broadening the prayer life of a parish. 90 pages – Book by AFP - 1996.

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"Prayer Life Course - Workbook for the Parish as a Center of Prayer"  Six one-hour sessions which will assist in deepening the prayer life of your parish.

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“Little Prayers”  Lettered by Muriel E. Newton-Wright and illustrated by Heather Hunt.  A booklet containing little prayers for young children to say at different times of the day.

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