How should the church and its leaders deal with the origin and meaning of HIV/AIDS, and with the stigma it engenders? How should they address the needs of those affected, and minister to the infected? This book is designed for all who have to handle situations created by this relatively new epidemic - church leaders/workers, Sunday school teachers, youth leaders, the laity. It seeks to equip the church leader/worker with strategies to break the silence and stigma surrounding HIV/AIDS, creating a compassionate and healing Church. Bib, 260pp, SWITZERLAND. WORLD COUNCIL OF CHURCHES.

Sixteen contributor from thirteen African countries grapple with the ethical dilemmas thrown up by the HIV/AIDS pandemic in their respective countries and critically examine the strategies adopted by governments, NGOs and churches in the fight against the disease. All of the contributors are from Christian denominations, so there is an ecumenical dimension to the volume. 221pp, BOTSWANA. BAY PUBLISHING.

2007 9789991259765 Paperback

A handbook challenging Christians and churches to look at HIV/AIDS in a new light and consider new ways of responding to this humanitarian and theological crisis in South Africa. Includes practical advice and resources. Index, 190pp, SOUTH AFRICA. CLUSTER PUBLICATIONS.

Opens a new chapter in African religious discourse by placing the pandemic at the fore-front of theological discussions. In a series of incisive essays, Musa W. Dube examines the HIV/AIDS crisis in light of biblical and ethical teachings and argues for a strong theological presence alongside current economic, social, and political efforts to quell this devastating disease. 208pp, USA. SCRANTON UNIVERSITY PRESS.

African christian perspective designed to assist those living with AIDS. Notes, bib, 96pp, KENYA. PAULINES PUBLICATIONS AFRICA, 9966216111

A collection of brief statements, extracts and writings by Catholic bishops relating to HIV/AIDS. Covers the period 1987 2003. Index, 112pp, KENYA. PAULINES PUBLICATIONS AFRICA.

2004 9966219331 Paperback