FCP Resources
Resource Material for Groups & Individuals
New Series of Resources - FCP Quiet Day Packs
Resources for Leaders
Cassettes
Audio CDs & Downloads
For Study and Research
Books
Witness Training Days
Where to obtain FCP Materials
Note:
The resources of the FCP have undergone a redesign and in some cases a complete re-write. The images below are for illustrative purposes only and will be changed as when new ones become available. It is the intention of the FCP to make the leaflets and booklets gradually available for download - where they are available there will be a link indicated. These publications will be in PDF format and Adobe Acrobat Reader or some other application will be required to open and read them.
Details of what is available for download are given on the Downloads page accessible via the menu at the left hand side of this window.
Resource Material for Groups & Individuals
Newsletter
(Renamed Newsletter from Come) |
The Fellowship publishes an annual newsletter under this title each
November. This is circulated free of charge to members and enquirers.
It gives a brief report on the FCP to date. It also includes a Register
of FCP contacts and details of Fellowship retreats etc. for the coming
year.
Some of the material contained in this newsletter can be viewed by following this link which will take you to the index of the Come Newsletters on this site.
The outline of the purpose of this Newsletter is described on this web page. |
Sayings for Stillness |
 A
leaflet published twice a year containing six Dominical Sayings suitable
for contemplative prayer. Each Saying has a brief commentary.
The current Saying for Stillness can be found on this site by following
this link. In addition current and past Sayings can be found by following this link. |
| Living Word |
This is an occasional journal published from time to time as circumstances
allow. Its intention is to provide a resource for contemplative prayer
by way of articles, extracts from various sources and including excerpts
(with commentaries) from the works of the founder of the FCP. A brief
description of these foundational writings by Robert G. Coulson is given
in the journal. To find out more about Living Word follow the links given on the Menu at the left hand side of this window (Living Word & Archives) |
More Words for Contemplation |
A compilation of over 50 Dominical Sayings, each with a commentary.
The introduction outlines the FCP method. |
On Course in Contemplation |
A selection made by Martin Tunnicliffe from the annual letters which
Robert Coulson wrote for the Fellowship between 1960 and 1980. This
is useful background reading for prayer-groups and individuals. |
Postscript |
Martin Tunnicliffe has selected extracts from a wealth of Robert Coulson's
private correspondence in which he often explained in simple terms the
key points of his thinking as well as giving wise spiritual counsel. |
| Sayings for Special Times |
 Words of God from the Old Testament and the Words of Jesus from the New Testament which can be used at special times of the year or at special times of need. These words may serve the needs of beginners or those more experienced in the method taught by the Fellowship.
This is available for download. |
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New Series of Resources - FCP Quiet Day Packs
Many FCP groups like to arrange a Quiet day - at certain times of year the day lends itself to a particular theme. Sometimes it is not easy to find a Witness or someone who is willing to lead the day, so the Fellowship Council has instigated the production of three packs which will enable groups to arrange their own day. The first of these is now available for use during Lent.
The list below will be added to over time.
Resources for Leaders
Some FCP literature is not for general circulation but is restricted to people
already engaged in organising (or intending to organise) an FCP prayer-group,
quiet day or retreat, and those who are Witnessing the Word of God. The following
are available free of charge from the General Secretary
The FCP Retreat |
A supplementary leaflet for Secretaries and Witnesses |
Booklet for Retreats, Quiet Days and Prayer Groups
(A handbook for leaders) |
 This Handbook give instructions and guidelines for witnesses secretaries
This is available for download |
| Leading a prayer group leaflet |
Introductory leaflet for witnesses and secretaries |
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Cassettes
Origianlly Cassettes were available as a resource for individuals and groups to supplement the work of Witnesses of
the Word.
The contents of the Cassettes below have now been made available as MP3 recordings which can be obtained by following this link. The cassettes are no longer avaialable for purchase but the details are included here for reference.
Sacred Time |
An FCP Cassette for the Millennium, entitled "Sacred Time",
has been recorded during a retreat at Alton Abbey at which Martin Tunnicliffe
was the Witness of the Word. |
Into God |
Includes key extracts from the book of the title by Robert Coulson.
Also, contemplative exercises as Witnessed by Martin Tunnicliffe but
following the pattern of the book. [a Maat Production by Sylvia Cartner] |
The Word of God |
A set of two cassettes recorded 'live' at the Glastonbury Retreat House
with Martin Tunnicliffe as Witness of the Word. |
Contemplating the Word |
A single cassette of Witnessing by Helen Morley recorded 'live' at
The House of Bethany, Hindhead |
Listen to the Word |
A single cassette of 'live' Witnessing by Adrian Esdaile recorded at
Pleshey. |
I AM.. interviews with Robert Coulson |
In conversation with Michael Blood, Martin Tunnicliffe and Sylvia Cartner,
the founder of the FCP gives us an intriguing glimpse of his life-history
and some aspects of his thinking at the age of 91. |
The Lord of Life |
The Word of God Witnessed by David Byford during a retreat at the House
of Bethany, Hindhead, in 1997 |
| A Future of Hope |
Recorded at a London retreat in
1999 with David Tann as Witness of the Word |
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Audio CDs & Downloads
The Cassettes above have been converted to CDs. These CDs are available as free downloads which can be found by following this link.
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For Study and Research
Anyone interested in studying the foundation documents of the Fellowship
of Contemplative Prayer is directed to the list of books by the founder of
the Fellowship, R. G. Coulson, which can be found in the current edition of
Living Word.
The following works by R.G.Coulson are available from the Distribution
Secretary.
| Into God [softback] |
£5 [by post £6.50] |
| The threefold
Reality [hardback] |
£10 [by post £1.50] |
| I AM: the exercise of supreme sovereignty
[softback] |
£5 [by post £6.50] |
Please note that the prices and postage above are for publications that are
purchased and posted for delivery within the UK. Other prices may be charged
for delivery overseas. Please contact the Distribution
Secretary for further information.
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Books
There are a nuimber of authors associated with the FCP who, from time to time, publish books about Contemplative Prayer and allied subjects. The list below will grow with time as more relevant publications become available.
 Exploring Contemplative Prayer
Peter Dobson and Martin Tunnicliffe
“I count it a privilege to recommend this book to anyone who is experiencing within themselves a hunger to pray contemplatively
Joyce Hugget
Read more about it. |
 Within Thy Silence
Martin Tunnicliffe
Within Thy Silence is a successor to More Words for Contemplation. Witnesses of the Word as well as individual members should find it a useful resource.
Read more about it
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Witness Training Days
For a number of years, we have been holding training days for those who lead prayer groups or witness the Word at Quiet Days or Retreats. Those who have attended have been united in voicing their appreciation of these events and say how useful and practical they are.
To enquire about current or planned training days please contact the Secretary
Prices & Where to obtain FCP Literature and Resources
Details of how to obtain the material on this page can be found by following this link.
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