In its 75th year, The Minister's Manual is the single most comprehensive resource for preaching and worship available. Filled with completely new material for 2000, this nondenominational guide is the best source for sermons, prayers, insights, and inspiration for all-from pastors and lay leaders to Sunday school teachers and choir directors. Totally redesigned, the 2000 edition's larger format makes it easier to use than ever. Also restored is the treasury of illustrations, providing you with practical sermon applications and commentary. "I don't know of a better book for the hard-pressed minister . . . than The Minister's Manual . . . . The best material on the market."--John Killinger, president, Mission for Biblical Literacy; author, Preaching the New Millennium "I don't know of a better book for the hard-pressed minister . . . than The Minister's Manual. . . . The best material on the market." —John Killinger, president, Mission for Biblical Literacy; author, Preaching the New Millennium "Fresh and trustworthy ideas for preachers. Welcome nourishment to the hungry preacher facing the constant task of preaching faithful sermons." —Thomas G. Long, Presbyterian Publishing Corp. "Want one book to help you with preaching? Try The Minister's Manual. The calAndar and lectionary text information would be helpful enough-but this is only the tip of a wonderful iceberg." —Roger Lovette, minister, The Baptist Church of the Covenant, Birmingham, AL [burst] Completely Redesigned, Now easier to use than ever[burst] 75th Anniversary EditionThe Standard by Which All Other Preaching Annuals Are MeasuredIn its 75th year, The Minister's Manual is the single most comprehensive resource for preaching and worship available. Filled with completely new material for 2000, this nondenominational guide is the best source for sermons, prayers, insights, and inspiration for all-from pastors and lay leaders to Sunday school teachers and choir directors. Totally redesigned, the 2000 edition's larger format makes it easier to use than ever. Also restored is the treasury of illustrations, providing you with practical sermon applications and commentary.Turn to The Minister's Manual for? Complete sermons for the entire year, featuring both topical and lectionary preaching and worship aids to expand Sunday service? Thought-provoking quotations and questions on life and religion to add breadth to your message? Children's sermons for engaging young minds and a wealth of topics to ponder during small group discussions? CalAndars to help you remember important historical, cultural, and religious anniversaries"I don't know of a better book for the hard-pressed minister . . . than The Minister's Manual. . . . The best material on the market."-John Killinger, president, Mission for Biblical Literacy; author, Preaching the New Millennium"Fresh and trustworthy ideas for preachers. Welcome nourishment to the hungry preacher facing the constant task of preaching faithful sermons."-Thomas G. Long, Presbyterian Publishing Corp."Want one book to help you with preaching? Try The Minister's Manual. The calAndar and lectionary text information would be helpful enough-but this is only the tip of a wonderful iceberg."-Roger Lovette, minister, The Baptist Church of the Covenant, Birmingham, AL [burst] Completely Redesigned, Now easier to use than ever [burst] 75th Anniversary Edition The Standard by Which All Other Preaching Annuals Are Measured In its 75th year, The Minister's Manual is the single most comprehensive resource for preaching and worship available. Filled with completely new material for 2000, this nondenominational guide is the best source for sermons, prayers, insights, and inspiration for all-from pastors and lay leaders to Sunday school teachers and choir directors. Totally redesigned, the 2000 edition's larger format makes it easier to use than ever. Also restored is the treasury of illustrations, providing you with practical sermon applications and commentary. Turn to The Minister's Manual for ? Complete sermons for the entire year, featuring both topical and lectionary preaching and worship aids to expand Sunday service ? Thought-provoking quotations and questions on life and religion to add breadth to your message ? Children's sermons for engaging young minds and a wealth of topics to ponder during small group discussions ? Calendars to help you remember important historical, cultural, and religious anniversaries "I don't know of a better book for the hard-pressed minister . . . than The Minister's Manual. . . . The best material on the market."-John Killinger, president, Mission for Biblical Literacy; author, Preaching the New Millennium "Fresh and trustworthy ideas for preachers. Welcome nourishment to the hungry preacher facing the constant task of preaching faithful sermons."-Thomas G. Long, Presbyterian Publishing Corp. "Want one book to help you with preaching? Try The Minister's Manual. The calendar and lectionary te