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A listing of resources from Christian agencies covering the background to Halloween as well as resources and ideas for alternative Halloween events for children and discouraging trick or treating.
Resources from the Association of Christian Teachers (ACT)*
Halloween in School
This booklet sets Christian objections to Halloween against the background of modern paganism, considers school celebrations, suggests primary school topics, secondary school themes and lists resources for guidance as well as alternative party suggestions.
Price: £1.50 inc p&p. Cheques payable to ACT. Bulk prices available. Contact ACT 01727 840298
Halloween
1 sheet A4 folded. Covers historical background, reasons to worry, what Christian parents and teachers can do if Halloween is celebrated in their schools.
For one copy, please send SAE. Additional copies 5p each. 100 copies £5.00 (inc p&p). Larger quantities invoiced.
Harmless Fun or Spiritual Threat?
An article from Act Now magazine available online at: www.christian-teachers.org.uk/data/act/downloads/actnow/P18_Autumn_04.pdf
Association of Christian Teachers, 94a London Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire. AL1 1NX.
Tel: 01727 840298
Email: act@christian-teachers.org.uk Website: www.christian-teachers.org.uk
Resources from Christian Publishing and Outreach (CPO)*
A range of products including written resources, tracts and evangelistic materials for children and adults, plus a pack and products for a light party such as balloons and glow-in-the-dark wristbands. See the full range at
www.cpo-online.org.uk/catalogue.asp?cat=107 or request a printed catalogue.
CPO (Christian Publishing and Outreach) Garcia Estate, Canterbury Road, Worthing. BN13 1BW
Tel: 01903 263345
Email: sales@cpo.org.uk Website: www.cpo-online.org.uk
Resources from Reachout Trust
Halloween Fact File Price: 80p
Knock Knock - Who's there?
Full colour tract warning of the dangers of Halloween tract especially for younger children. Price: 35p for 1-10 copies. Bulk prices available.
Don’t be tricked
Full colour tract warning of the dangers of Halloween - for adults and other children. Price: 35p for 1-10 copies. Bulk prices available.
Halloween DVD
A detailed look at what is behind the celebration of Halloween.
As well as the above resources which can all be ordered online, Reachout provide a free general article covering the background to Halloween and giving suggestions for prayer and action which can be downloaded in several versions, one of which is designed for non-Christians.
See www.reachouttrust.org/articles/occult/hween.htm,
Reachout Trust 24 Ormond Road, Richmond, Surrey. TW10 6TH.
Tel: 0845 241 2158
Email: info@reachouttrust.org Website: www.reachouttrust.org
Resources from Saltbox Christian Centre*
Halloween and “Sorry No Trick or Treat” information pack
Saltbox provide a selection of resources for those who want respond to Halloween – and particularly “Trick or Treat” activities - in their community whether through their church or with wider community involvement.
The information pack includes: a DVD explaining what the campaign is all about; suggestions on how to run your own campaign; how the Saltbox campaign has succeeded over recent years; a sample letter for head teachers and Christian leaders; an outline about the origins of “Trick or Treat” ; plus a few “Sorry No Trick or Treat” A5 window leaflets.
To order the information pack, send a cheque payable to Saltbox for £6.00 at the address below or contact the office.
Saltbox Christian Centre, Saltbox Leaflets, Bemersley House, Gitana St, Stoke-on-Trent . ST1 1DY.
Tel: 01782 207200
Email: email@saltbox.org.uk Website: www.saltbox.org.uk
Other Resources
Books
Better than Halloween – bright alternatives for churches and children
Aims to provide lots of advice and ideas around organising a meaningful alternative Halloween event for children aged 5-11. It includes a free CD-ROM, and is fully photocopiable. By Nick Harding. Published by Church House Publishing, 2006, £9.99. ISBN 0715141015. Available from Christian bookshops or www.chpublishing.co.uk/halloween (includes sample chapter and CD material).
Fright the Good Fright
Alternative ideas to traditional Halloween celebrations. Three party packs included, each introducing a different aspect of the Bible with games, masks and dressing up. By Steve English, published by Kevin Mayhew Ltd, 2004, £9.99. ISBN 1844172937. Available from most Christian bookshops or online at www.kevinmayhew.com
The facts on Halloween - What Christians need to know
Outlines the origins of Halloween and discusses Christian responses. Also examines the issues surrounding ghosts and witches. By John Ankerberg and John Weldon, published by Harvest House Publishers, 2003, £2.50. ISBN 0736911200. Available from most Christian bookshops.
Halloween: What's a Christian to do?
Discusses the Christian response to Halloween. By Steve Russo, published by Harvest House Publishers, 1998, £5.99. ISBN 1565078519. Available from most Christian bookshops.
Halloween What you need to know: Quick Reference Guide by Ron Rhodes
Published by Harvest House £1.89
Other Resources/Websites
Children's Society and Church of England Joint Halloween Choice project
Lots of free resources to help you organise alternative Halloween activities. www.halloweenchoice.org
Christianity Today
Christianity Today has included features and some ideas for alternative Halloween activities towards the end of October in past years. Use the site search facility to find relevant articles at www.christianitytoday.com
* Member of the Evangelical Alliance.
NB Details of the above organisations/resources are provided as information only & do not indicate endorsement or official recommendation.
Compiled by the Evangelical Alliance Information and Research Office, September 2008.
