Literature
The following leaflets are now available. You can now buy them online using PayPal.
Introductory Booklet
This booklet describes the work and aims of ASWA and includes details of the activities and objectives of the Society as well as the Membership Application Form, account Details and Bank Mandate. It is 12 pages in length. Charge for postage
Price: £0.50
Fur Sermon Notes
Originally produced to support our theme for Animal Welfare Sunday in 2007, the booklet covers issues relating to the fur industry, use of fur, animal welfare factors and ethical considerations.
Price: £1.00
Thinking About Vegetarianism
This leaflet invites the reader to consider the issues of following a meat-free diet. The Revd Hugh Broadbent clearly sets out the theological argument. It is written to provoke thought and debate and sets out clearly the arguments in support of meat eating and vegetarianism in a Christian context.
Price: £1.00
Animal Welfare Patterns for Worship
A comprehensive guide to the running of an Animal Welfare Service. It includes recommendations related to Gathering, Penitence, Liturgy, Hymns, Anthems and Psalms, Affirmations and Prayers.
Price: £1.00
The Birds Born To Suffer
The issues related to poultry husbandry and food quality and health have been in the press in recent years with some support from public figures including celebrity chefs including Hugh Fernley-Whittingstall and Jamie Oliver. The booklet explores the husbandry issues as well as encouraging the reader to take a more informed choice in the selection of their food.
Price: £1.00
A Service for Animal Welfare
A suggested Order of Service for an Animal Welfare Service. The booklet was created to support those seeking to promote Animal Welfare Services as a resource for the leaders of a service. It can be used in conjunction with other AWS material available from the Society. Charge for postage
Price: £0.50
Introducing Animal Welfare Sunday
The booklet sets out the background to Animal Welfare Sunday. Each year ASWA promotes AWS, which is typically the Sunday nearest the day of St Francis of Assisi. The day was introduced and promoted by the society to capture the attention of the wider Christian Community. Members are encouraged to promote a service at their own church. The booklet can be issued to clergy and others as a support to members in engaging with their clergy. It includes suggestions and facts in support of Sermon writers. Charge for postage
Price: £0.50
Not Forgotten By God
Written by Committee Member, Barry Miles, the booklet explores issues related to raising the Animal Agenda in the Anglican and Christian Church community in particluar it includes sections on purpose, spiritual qualities, worship as well as addressing issues such as experimentation and hunting.
Price: £1.00
Hunting With Hounds and Shooting
While a Hunting Ban has been introduced in the United Kingdom, this appears a fragile position. The booklet explores issues related to culling, hunting and associated animal management issues. It is written in a form to create debate and to challenge the stablished behaviours and norms of our society.
Price: £1.00
Animals in War
This booklet was written to support the Animal in War Theme for 2010. Animals have been used for centuries to support in the field of combat whether in war or times of civil threat. The booklet provides a valuable insight into the use of animals in these circumstances, cites acts of courage as well as exploring God's Love in the context of conflict.
Price: £1.00
ASWA - Who are we?
A brief introductory leaflet that can be issued at events to introduce the Society. Charge for postage
Price: £0.50
Live Exports
Is Live Exports a welfare issue? The booklet sets out to expose the issues related to live exports, associated Christian theology, explores what we can do and draws valuable conclusions.
Price: £1.00
Worshipping with the Whole Creation
Christians are called to pray for the coming of Gods Kingdom. The booklet explores issues related to creation and our custodial responsibilities as Christians.
Price: £1.00
Prayers and Readings
The booklet is written for use at times of burial and the loss of an animal. It provides prayers and comments as well as suggested Bible readings for those left bereft or suffering from the loss and seeking comfort.
Price: £1.00
Animal Advocates
The booklet explores the 'track record' of the Church on matters of Animal Welfare. It includes sections on the Prophets, Jesus, the Saints as well as commentary on Humphrey Primatt, Bishop Butler, John Wesley, William Wilberforce, Lord Shaftesbury and many others.
Price: £1.00
Egg Cards
The little oval shaped cards that were given out at the 2008 Rochester Cathedral service. They are yellow, the same shape and size as a hens egg with the ASWA logo on one side and the following prayer on the other side:
God of life,
come to us in your resurrection power.
Break through the cold, hard shell
of our indifference, selfishness and pride,
and bring into being, from the yolk of our hearts,
a new spirit of compassion and understanding.
May there be respect
for every animal and bird,
delight in their wonder, beauty and goodness,
true reconciliation,
and peace with all,
for the sake of your Son,
who died to make us one in you.
Amen
Great for handing to people in your Church! - or leaving out in your Church at Easter time!
Price: £0.20
Return to the Fold
written by member, Linda Bodicoat. Prayers, Reading and Hymns for use following the death of animals. Price includes postage and packing
Price: £5.20
A Prayer for Animal Welfare Sunday
A prayer card with a prayer especially written for Animal Welfare Sunday which can be used during prayers and intercessions.
Price: £0.20
Thoughts and Prayers when Lighting a Candle
Suggested prayers to help those who have recently suffered a bereivement of a much loved animal
Price: £0.20
A Prayer of Hope
to assist those individuals who have recently suffered animal loss in prayer.
Price: £0.20
Hymns for 'All Creatures Great and Small'
A leaflet with smaple hymns for inclusion in an Animal Service
Price: £0.20
Remembrance Prayer Card
A Prayer for Animals - The Hidden Victims of War by Linda J Bodicoat ©
Price: £0.20
Remembrance Hymn card
Remembrance Hymn written by Linda J Bodicoat ©
Price: £0.20
The use of Animals in Laboratory Experiments
Worldwide, tens of millions of animals are used in scientific tests each year. Christians cannot remain indifferent to this institutionalised suffering. The booklet provides background, detail and suggests alternatives.
Price: £1.00
Compassionate Eating as Care of Creation
The booklet is very readable for those of us who are not scholars and contains colour photographs. It covers such subjects as ‘Compassionate Eating as a Spiritual Discipline' and Compassionate Eating - An Ecumenical Christian Vision. Professor Halteman also covers an important section on Factory Farming and the Hidden costs to Human Beings, the Environment and also of course to the animals themselves.
Price: £1.50
