recommended reading

During our 3-week Care series we will be referencing and recommending the following 4 books. Each of these books are excellent resources to help us individually and as a church to grow in our love and care of each other.

All are available online with links provided below or are available to purchase locally in store at Koorong.

TOGETHER THROUGH THE STORM

Sally Sims

A practical guide to Christian care.


Our genuine concern of showing Christian love and care can often be hindered by valid fears; fear of not knowing what to do or say or fear of putting our foot in it and making it worse. Sally helps us to overcome these fears by setting out clear biblical foundations and very practical guidance for Christian care based in the word of God and Christian hope.


Available to order via Matthias Media.


order 'together through the storm'

mental health & your church

Helen Thorne & Dr Steve Midgley

A Handbook for Biblical Care.


Mental ill-health is far more common than many of us think. This compassionate and practical book will help you understand people who are struggling and respond with biblical wisdom, and equip you to play your part in making your church a place where those who wrestle with mental-health conditions are welcomed, understood, nurtured and supported: a foretaste of the new creation.


Available to order via Koorong or Reformers Bookshop:


Order 'mental health & your church'

understanding trauma

Dr Steve Midgley

A Biblical Introduction for Church Care


This book will help you understand what trauma is, how it affects people - including their experience of church - and how we, as individuals and church families, can lovingly support those who are carrying such wounds. It will show you how God's word speaks about the experience of trauma and equip you to play your part in making your church a place that feels welcoming, safe, understanding and loving to those who are deeply hurt.


Available to order via Koorong or Reformers Bookshop:


order 'understanding trauma'

prayerfulness

Peter Adam

Cultivating a Bible-enriched prayer life.


Most Christians long for a deep, fulfilling prayer life, but life's busyness and distractions can make prayer an afterthought or a burden. Experienced pastor and Bible teacher Peter Adam guides you in rediscovering the joy and power of prayer. Whether you're just starting out or looking to go deeper in prayer, Prayerfulness will help you embrace God's gracious and transformative gift of prayer.


Available to order via Matthias Media:


order 'prayerfulness'