church library & church bookstore
Many churches have both a church library and a church bookstore. The purposes of both of these differs. Every church needs to determine the mission of the library and/or bookstore- spiritual? education? recreation? and who do they serve? Is the purpose of your bookstore to generate funds for missions or does it allow members to purchase reading materials at a lower rate because the church buys in bulk? Read the articles on our site for answers and directions on both the church library and the church bookstore.
Church Summer Reading Programs for Children
By Kristin Charles Libraries all over the nation conduct summer reading programs, so why shouldn’t we? There is a plethora of quality literature out there and children looking for something to do. All they need is a little encouragement! Goals Summer reading allows children to maintain skills and develop a lifelong love for books. Reading
Automate Your Church Bookstore with Hot Technology
This article originally appeared in the August 2007 issue. By Lauren Hunter Lauren Hunter is a freelance writer and public relations consultant dedicated to the faith-based technology market. For more details on Bookstore Manager, visit www.BookstoreManager.com. If your church is anything like mine, automating your church bookstore, or book table, might not be top
17 Promotion Ideas for the Church Library
This article originally appeared in the August 2008 issue. By Sandra Burrowes Before you plan the next promotional activity for your church library, consider these helpful suggestions and guidelines. Welcome all to an open house. Plan an open house once a year. September? Advent? Springtime? Serve light refreshments. Give away bookmarks. Let the congregation
Church Library Basics
This article originally appeared in the December 2006 issue. By Vernita Kennen Our church library needs a mission statement? You must be joking. It’s no joke! Much like the old wisdom says, “If you don’t know where you are going, how will you know when you have arrived?” Every church library needs a reason
