Purpose:        
    To demonstrate an understanding of the spiritual aspects of Christian
    Childbirth.

    Instructions:        

    Please read three books from the following reading list.  After reading
    each book, complete a 200  word review of the book being sure to
    include:

            Basic principles of the book.
            How the book has shaped your concept of spiritual childbirth.
            How useful this book would be to an expectant family.

    Reading List:        

    The following books have been selected to expose you to a variety of
    philosophies and ideas about Christian Childbirth.  You are not
    expected to agree with every point in every book.  Instead, read with
    discernment testing everything against the word of God.

            Study to show thyself approved unto God,
            a workman that needeth not to be ashamed,
            rightly dividing the word of truth.   2 Timothy 2:15
            
    Required:
    Christ Centered Childbirth – Kelly J. Townsend

    Elective:
    Teaching Natural Childbirth – Jan Whitcomb (Recommended)
    Special Women: The Role of the Professional Labor Assistant
    Paulina Perez
    The Nurturing Touch at Birth: A Labor Support Handbook
    Paulina Perez
    Christian Midwifery – Betty Peckman
    The Christian Woman’s Guide to Childbirth – Debra Evans
    The Joy of Natural Childbirth – Helen Wessel
    The Lord of Birth – Jennifer Vanderlaan
    The Ministry of Midwifery – Patti A. Barnes
Cascade Christian Childbirth Association
    Christian Childbirth
    Book Reviews
Applications now being accepted.