This list was compiled by Peter Foote (Software Manager of Koorong) on June 14th, 1996. All sites listed below were correct as of that date. However, no responsibility is taken for sites no longer accessible. The descriptions for a number of sites was taken, with permission, from the "Best Of Christian Web Sites" site (http://central.christ.net/bestof/). This document is public domain and may be freely copied. (Thanks, Peter)

CHRISTIAN NETWORKS

Christian Interactive Network (http://www.gocin.com/): Serving the needs of Christians WorldWide.
Christian Link (http://www.christianlink.com/): From Wisdom Tree comes The Christian Link, an online Christian Community. Areas include Shopping, The Arts, Education, Media, Family Fun, & Lifestyle.
Global Christian Network (http://gcnhome.com/index.htm): An excellent Christian network, featuring the Christian Yellow pages, Pastor's Corner, Music Centre, free personal home page, amd more.
Gospel Communications Network (http://www.gospelcom.net/): GCN is a different sort of site on the World Wide Web. Sure, we have many of the features that you commonly encounter when you browse the Net. We provide you with information, entertainment, educational materials, and interactive opportunities. Our aim is to be a "destination site" in cyberspace that is both useful and fun for our visitors.
PastorNet (http://www.pastornet.net.au): An Australian Internet network, established as a ministry to Christian organisations and individuals. Organisations that use Pastornet as their home page include Awakening 96, Youth With A Mission ACT, Emmaus, Radio Rhema, John Mark Ministries, and more.

CHRISTIAN SOFTWARE COMPANIES

A Disciple's Diary (http://www.pixel.co.il/jesus/) - A virtual Web site for the newly released multimedia CDROM from WordMedia. Find out all about the CDROM, how it works, and what it includes.
Ark Multimedia (http://www.myvillage.com/): My Village - An Online Christian Magazine (see entry under Family).
Baker Bookhouse (http://www.bakerbooks.com/ccc/): A great launching pad for Christians on the net. Jason Baker, author of "Christian Cyberspace Companion" has compiled possibly the best directory on the internet of Christian web sites.
Bridgestone Multimedia Group (http://www.goshen.net/Bridgestone/): Makers of Captain Bible, Bible Builder, Rev Up For Reading, and Bible Time Fun.
Christian Computing Magazine (http://www.ccmag.com/): Christian Computing magazine is online. Browse through this months issue or read articles from back issues. A terrific source of information for Christians active in the computer world.
Ellis Enterprises (http://www.ellisenterprises.com/): Makers of Christian ClipArt & Bible Library.
Epiphany Software (http://www.best.com/~epiphany/): Makers of Bible Explorer.
Gramcord Institute (http://www.gramcord.org/): Makers of Accordance and Gramcord for Windows.
Hermeneutika (http://www.intr.net/bibleworks/index.txt): Makers of Bible Works.
Kirkbride (http://www.kirkbride.com/): Makers of HyperBible.
Logos Research Systems (http://www.logos.com/): Makers of Logos 2.0, Logos Bible Clips, Logos Bible Atlas, Logos Bible Crosswords, Noah & the Ark, Dead Sea Scrolls Revealed, Lest We Forget, Membership Tools, In His Time, One Minute Bible.
Parsons Technology (http://www.parsonstech.com/): Makers of QuickVerse, QuickVerse Library (STEP engine), Christian Images, Membership Plus Deluxe, Hebrew Tutor, Bible Illustrator, PC Bible Atlas, Holman Bible Dictionary & Handbook, New Bible Companion.
Pastoral Computer Services (http://www.harborside.com/home/p/pcs/home.htm): Makers of Bible View Clip Art.
Wisdom Tree (http://www.christianlink.com/): The Christian Link - An Online Christian Community (see entry under Christian Networks).
Zondervan Publishing House (http://www.zondervan.com): Makers of Adventure Bible Handbook: The Rescue, Read With Me Bible, Artsource, BibleSource.

DOCUMENTS

Bible Gateway (http://www.gospelcom.net/bible): The largest collection of Bible on the Net!
Bible Knowledge Accelerator (http://www.centcon.com/~russell/): This is the home of The Bible Knowledge Accelerator freeware programs. This is excellent software for learning the history of the Bible. There are several programs available for download including a Hebrew language tutor.
Biblical Studies Foundation (http://www.bible.org/): This site has an extensive collection of reference and study material. Any Pastor or teacher will want to add this site to their bookmarks.
Christian Articles Archive (http://www.wilsonweb.com/rfwilson/archive/): Dr. Ralph Wilson has written some of the best Christian articles I've come across on the internet. Pastors and teachers will definitely find some useful material here. Topics range from church planting to cults. Many of these articles are worth saving to your hard drive for later reference. The page is visually pleasing with just the right amount of graphics and provides very pleasant browsing.
Christian Classics Ethereal Library (http://ccel.wheaton.edu/): Classic Christian works in electronic format. Augustine, Athanasius, Aquinas, and more. All of the books on this server are believed to be in the public domain unless otherwise specified. Copy them freely for any purpose. (Books that are marked US_ONLY are public domain in the US, but not necessarily elsewhere.)
Electronic Bible Society (http://www.goshen.net/icrd/cpr/cpr010/ebs): The Electronic Bible Society was founded in July, 1993 as a non-profit corporation. The stated mission of the Society is to preserve the Bible and all of the historic works of the Christian faith, including abstracts, manuscripts, documents, journals and books in computer readable form and to make these computer versions easily accessible to people and institutions around the world who wish to study and use these great works.
Resource Page for Biblical Studies (http://www.hivolda.no/asf/kkf/rel-stud.html): Biblical and related texts, translations, linguistics resources, aspects of the biblical world, archaeology, biblical studies software, and electronically published articles and journals.
Spurgeon Archive (http://www.gty.org/~phil/spurgeon.htm): If you're a Charles Spurgeon fan you will absolutely love this web site. Even if you've never heard of him, take a look anyway. This is an extensive collection of his sermons and writings. A quality resource for pastors and teachers.

FAMILY

Christian Answers.Net (http://www.christiananswers.net/): This site has something for the entire family. Christian Answers.Net answers the tough questions that Christians have such as, "Under what conditions can Christians divorce and remarry?" and "Are dinosaurs mentioned in the Bible?". The kids will love the Kid's Quest area where they can learn about God's creation.
Christian School Resource Net (http://csrnet.com/): Although this site is comprised totally of links (and a lot of them), Christian School Resource Net is one of the best resources on the internet for the Christian educator. There are links to anything and everything relating to Christian homeschooling, Christian private schools, and Christian colleges. If it has anything to do with Christian education and it's on the internet, CSR Net probably has a link to it.
Dove Foundation (http://www.dove.org/): The Dove Foundation is a non-profit organisation established to encourage and promote the creation, production and distribution of wholesome family entertainment. They review everything from movies to web sites. If you see the famous Dove Seal on it, you know it's suitable for the entire family. The Dove Foundation has put together a very attractive and easy to use web site. If you are a parent, you will definitely want to check out this web site.
My Village Family Magazine On-Line (http://www.myvillage.com/): From Ark Multimedia comes My Village, a Christian Online magazine filled with informative articles, and colourful graphics. Key areas include Entertainment, Classroom, Home Front, People's Plaza, and Higher Ground.

MINISTRY

Christian Youth Resources (http://www.oanet.com/homepage/mschnell/cres1.htm): This is not just another page full of links, although it is a page full of links. These links are obviously well maintained and categorised. Although mostly directed at youth, there's something for everyone. Categories include: Christian Magazines, Youth Resources, Youth Group Homepages, Christian Issues, Christian Music Sites, Christian Resource Lists, & Other Interesting Christian Sites.
Churches.Net (http://churches.net/): Home of Kingdom Best which reviews and lists the top 5% of church web sites. This is an excellent resource to add to your bookmarks. Is your church ready to get on the internet but not sure where to start? Well, this is it! Churches dot Net offers free web space to churches. Simply fill out the simple registration form online and you're on the internet.
Computers for Christ (http://www.cforc.com/home.html): You will want to put this site at the top of your bookmarks. Ever wondered what your spiritual gift is? Well, this site includes an online test (as well as a downloadable version) designed to give you some idea. That's just one of the many resources offered here. There's also a King James Bible, King James topic list, evangelical dictionary, and translator's reference. Take a look, you won't be disappointed.
Executable Outline Series (http://members.aol.com/exeout/): This is a FREEWARE collection of Bible study guides and sermon outlines by Mark A. Copeland, originally presented as an executable program with search, print, and save to file features. There are presently thirty-six (36) studies, with over 375 outlines.
Fresh Sermon Illustrations (http://www.sedona.net/~budman/illustr.html): Great site for Pastors and teachers. This site is updated weekly with sermon illustrations and anecdotes. You can even catch back issues if you miss a week. There are also lots of statistics. For instance, did you know 42% of weekly church goers consider themselves Republican but only 17% of people who never attend church say they are Republican.
Institute for Christian Leadership (http://www.iclnet.org/): The Institute for Christian Leadership (ICL) has provided resources to Christian higher education institutions since 1983. Those services continue to include publishing the Faculty Dialogue and hosting writing seminars and workshops for faculty that address the critical issues facing Christian higher education.

MUSIC/ART

Australian Christian Music (http://www.business.com.au/acm/): A great web site devoted to Christian music both here and abroad. Sections include News, Artists, Gigs, Chat, Releases, and Media. Excellent!
CCMusic (http://www.ccmusic.org/): Anything relating to Christian music can probably be found here. If you're looking for an artists web site, CCMusic has compiled a list of over 500 web sites. Web sites are just the beginning! You'll also find links and information on publications, recording studios, videos, newsgroups, and more. Plan to spend plenty of time at this site.
Christus Rex et Redemptor Mundi (http://www.christusrex.org/): How did we miss this site?! If you love (or just like) art, you must see this site. Hundreds of the most famous pieces of Christian art are online in the form of high quality, color images. Some you will recognize, many you will not, but they are all breathtaking. This site will send chills down your spine!
Contemporary Christian Music (http://www.afn.org/~mrblue/ccm/ccm.html): An excellent site for links to other Christian music sites.
GCN Music Centre (http://gcnhome.com/index.htm): An excellent site for the latest in Christian music resources.
NetCentral (http://www.netcentral.net/): Home of numerous officially-sponsored Christian music sites including Newsboys, DC Talk, Charlie Peacock, Reunion Records, Benson Music Group, CCM Magazine, Gospel Music Association, and more.
* Sonshine FM (http://www.ozemail.com.au/~cook/sonshine/): Australian Christian Rock station.
Vatican Museums (http://www.christusrex.org/www1/vaticano/0-Musei.html): The Vatican Museums collection comprises 556 JPEG images.

ORGANISATIONS

Australian Anglicans Online (http://www.anglican.org.au/): Keep up to date with what's happening in the Anglican Church in Australia.
Christian Macintosh Users Group (http://www.industrial-artworks.com/cmug/): An excellent site for news, Mac software reviews, & downloadable demonstration versions.
* International Bible Society (http://www.gospelcom.net/ibs/): International Bible Society has distributed more than 350 million Scriptures in 575 languages since 1809.
Fuller Seminary (http://www.fuller.edu): Fuller Theological Seminary, embracing the Schools of Theology, Psychology and World Mission, is an evangelical, multidenominational, international and multiethnic community dedicated to the preparation of men and women for the manifold ministries of Christ and his Church.
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship (http://www.gospelcom.net/iv/): Page sponsored by InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, an ministry focusing on the college campus. Learn about IVCF, Urbana, and more.
* Matthias Media (http://nt.unsw.edu.au/~graeme/matmedia/): An Australian publisher of quality Christian resources.
OMF International (http://www.omf.org/): Committed to reaching the peoples of East Asia with the good news of Jesus Christ (Formerly Overseas Missionary Fellowship/China Inland Mission).
Scripture Union Online (http://www.scripture.org.uk/): The site contains; information on the work of Scripture Union, both internationally and in the UK; sample Bible Reading material from various published resources (Audio Visual, Printed, and Online); Chapters from some new published books (Adult and Children's); and information on SU's sunday school programme (SALT - Sharing and learning togther).
Teen Challenge International (http://www.teenchallenge.com/): Here's a wonderful site for teens and adults dealing with a drug problem or parents who suspect their children of being involved with drugs. They offer many helpful resources including information on various drugs, statistics, testimonials of people who were once addicted to drugs, and how to tell if your child may be using drugs.
Trinity College & Theological Seminary (http://www.TrinitySem.org): An online campus where you can study for a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Biblical counselling, Pastoral Ministry, Biblical Studies, Conflict Management, and Women's Studies, or choose form other specialised disciplines.
Willow Creek Association (http://www.willowcreek.org): Resourcing and connecting like- minded churches throughout the world.
World Council of Churches (http://193.73.243.3/oikumene.html): The WCC is a fellowship of Churches, now 324, in more than 120 countries in all continents from virtually all Christian traditions.

SEARCH ENGINES

Best of the Christian Web (http://central.christ.net/bestof/): A superb resource of top Christian Web sites.
Christian Internet Directory (http://www.bakerbooks.com/ccc/cid/): An excellent Christian search engine.
Christian Internet Resources (http://www.kma.com/index.html): Here's a Christian megasite that has a little of everything ranging from Chuck Colson's Breakpoint to daily devotionals with Dr. Tony Evans. Other features include Christian Mystery Theater, The Political Pulse, and International News relating to Christians. That's just a few of the topics you will find here. This site will be a good addition to your bookmarks.
Christian White Pages (http://www.cs.odu.edu/~eisen_j/ccn/list.html): A useful index to Christian sites.
CrossSearch (http://www.crosssearch.com/): From the Gospel Communications network, this is an excellent new Christian search engine.
Goshen: Internet Christian Resource Directory (http://www.goshen.net/): This is the Lycos of Christian search engines. If you are looking for a certain Christian site or trying to find sites relating to a certain topic, you will want to use Goshen.

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