Hispanic/Latino Resources
 

The two resources listed below are available in the Synod Resource Center for viewing/reviewing and may be purchased from Augsburg Fortress Publishers  (800-328-4648):

 1.  La Iglesia Luterana en Misión: Historia y Comunidad  (Video)  (Both video and user guide are in Spanish only.)  This video resource affirms the history and identity of Hispanic/Latino Lutherans in the United States and Caribbean. The video and user guide are teaching tools that can be utilized in a variety of learning settings with distinct audiences such as:  adult and youth Sunday School classes, confirmation classes, Ecumenical groups, intergenerational groups.  To order contact: Augsburg Fortress Publishers 800-328-4648  ISBN 6-0001-6841-1 Cost of video and user guide: $9.95, plus shipping and handling.

 2.  CATECISMO MENOR POR MARTÍN LUTERO (Luther’s Small Catechism) Una traducción al español contemporáneo que considera los textos utilizados en liturgias hispanas, Biblias usadas en los salones de clase, el orden tradicional del Catecismo Menor y la traducción de textos bíblicos de Martín Lutero originalmente en alemán. [SMALL CATECHISM BY MARTIN LUTHER A fresh translation into contemporary Spanish that is sensitive to texts used in Spanish liturgies, Bibles currently used in classrooms, traditional order of the parts of the Catechism, and Luther’s German translation of biblical texts.]  6-0000-0853-8 pkg of 5 for $5.99

The resources listed below are available from the ELCA at www.elca.org:

1.  Link to Spanish Resources:  http://www.elca.org/espanol

2.  Publications.  Examples of publications available for purchase from the ELCA:  (To order these resources, call Augsburg Fortress, Publishers at 800/328-4648. If you have questions, please contact Evelyn Soto, Division for Congregational Ministries at 800/638-3522, ext. 2575.)
 

(a.)  Reaching the Latino Community: A Manual for Congregational Leaders This English resource written by Latino pastors and lay people, is a guide for those who want to engage in Lutheran mission and ministry with the Latino community. The book includes a cultural-historical perspective of Lutheranism and Latinos, an overview of Latino theology, descriptions of various models of ministry, and practical suggestions and ideas.   (ISBN 6-0001-6747-4  $7.99/per copy)

(b.)  Iglesia Nueva, Iglesia Joven (New Church, Young Church) (ISBN:6000166273; AF)
Collection of articles written by ELCA congregational leaders that describe the challenges and opportunities youth face.

(c.)  ¡ñ Dones de Gracia (new Latino ministry 'field guide')  Now available for congregations engaged in Latino ministry, Dones de Gracia, is a "field guide," which helps congregational leaders carry out their work in a positive and practical fashion. The booklet also supports "Dones en Acci¨®n," a leadership development program tailored for Latino congregations that is available across the ELCA. Each Latino ministry congregation in the ELCA has received a complimentary copy. Additional copies can be ordered through Augsburg Fortress at 800/328-4648 (ISBN6-0001-6748-2; $4.50 plus shipping). To learn about "Dones en Acci¨®n" contact Evelyn Soto in the Division for Congregational Ministry at 800/638-3522, ext. 2575
 

(d.)  Libro de Ritos Ocasionales (Lutheran Book of Worship, Occasional Services)

ISBN:0800633911; AF)  Ritos Ocasionales contains rites from Occassional Services Book (1982) translated into Spanish, along with selected liturgies from Libro de Liturgia y Cántico.
 

(e.)  Principios Lutheranos (ISBN:0806639490; AF)  This resource will aid the believer to grow in understanding, appreciation and direction of the Christian faith. A basic outline of the Christian faith from a Lutheran perspective is provided.
 

(f.)  Caminando Con Mi Senor (Walking with my Lord) (ISBN:6000051336; AF)
Es un libro que contiene devociones para la cuaresma. Contiene una devocion para cada dia de la cuaresma. Se recomienda su uso en el hogar o en el trabajo. (Lenten devotion booklet with a one page devotion for each day in Lent through Easter Sunday.
 

(g.)  LEAFLET MINISTRY (There are several leaflets available these are just 2 examples.)

·         EL NIÑO JESÚS HA NACIDO (THE CHILD JESUS HAS BEEN BORN) Narra la historia de la búsqueda de posada de la sagrada familia y el gran regalo de amor que Dios nos hizo al enviarnos a su hijo Jesucristo.  6 páginas. (Tells the story of the holy family’s search for shelter and God’s gift to us in Christ. 6 pages.)  0-8066-1395-5 (multiples of 12 only) .25 each

·         JESÚS, LA LUZ DEL MUNDO  (THE CHILD JESUS HAS BEEN BORN)  Narra la historia de la visita de los Magos al niño Jesús y el significado que tiene para el mundo hoy día. 6 páginas. (Tells the story of the Magi’s visit to the Christ child and its meaning for people today. 6 pages.  0-8066-1396-3 (multiples of 12 only) .20 each

3.  Ediciones Sígueme -- a   whole catalog of theological books in Spanish.  The website is www.fortresspress.com/edicionessigueme    Augsburg Fortress is the U.S. distributor for the catalog.