library orientation and research work in the library
- 2. What is a library? •A space for learning, research, and discovery •Offers books, digital resources, and a quiet environment •Support from trained staff
- 3. "Our library is more than just books—it's a place to learn, explore ideas, and get help whenever you need it."
- 4. Library Hours and Location 8:00-11:00 a.m. 1:00-4:00 p.m. 6:00-9:00 p.m. Monday Closed Closed Tuesday Wednesday Closed Thursday Friday Closed
- 5. Library Users Due to its nature as a theological library, its clients are mainly composed of: 1. Theology students of FBC-Romblon 2. Teaching and Non-Teaching staff of FBC-Romblon 3. Workers, Ministers, and Leaders of the Church of the Foursquare Gospel and other denominations 4. Interested researchers especially in the area of theology.
- 6. Collections and Resources •Print Books & Magazines •E-books & Audiobooks •Academic Journals •DVDs/CDs
- 7. Rules and Etiquettes •Maintain silence in quiet zones •Return books on time •No food or drinks near computers •Respect shared spaces
- 8. Policies •Present your borrower’s card whenever availing library service. Lost Borrower’s card left inside the library premises will be forfeited and shall be redeemed for five pesos per day, excluding Saturdays and Sundays.
- 9. Policies •General reference and hardbound materials (encyclopedia, Bible, commentaries, magazines, yearbooks, dictionaries, and the like) are to be read inside the library only. These materials are not to be taken out.
- 10. Policies •Reference books (if multiple copies are available) are lent for OVERNIGHT only, while other books could be borrowed for a maximum of four days. All books borrowed should be returned not later than 9:00 a.m. excluding Saturdays and Sundays. Ten (10) pesos per day and/or one (1) peso per hour will be charged as fine if returned overdue.
- 11. Policies •Materials to be photocopied are allowed for two (2) hours only. Five (5) pesos per delayed hour will be charged if returned late.
- 12. Policies •Proper attire should be worn in the library. •Charging gadgets not specifically used in relation to research are strictly prohibited in the library.
- 13. Policies •Lost or destroyed library materials should be replaced by the one responsible. Paying of the lost and/or destroyed material is highly discouraged.
- 14. Library of Congress Classification System •A system used to organize library materials •Helps users locate items on the shelves •Ensures subjects are grouped together
- 15. Library of Congress Classification System •Developed by the Library of Congress (USA) •Used mainly in academic and research libraries •Organizes materials by subject using letters and numbers
- 16. Basic Structure of LCC •Single Letter = Broad Subject e.g., B = Philosophy. Psychology. Religion •Two Letters = More Specific e.g., BS = Bible and Related Theological Topics
- 17. Basic Structure of LCC Call Number Description BS2615 .B38 2003 A verse-by-verse commentary on John BS2617 .C53 2011 A theological analysis of John’s gospel BS2615 .K65 1998 A literary and historical-critical study
- 18. Class A – General Works AC Collection. Series. Collected works AE Encyclopedia AG Dictionary and General reference work AI Indexes AM Museums AN Newspapers AP Periodicals AS Academies and learned societies
- 19. Class A – General Works AY Yearbooks. Almanacs. Directories AZ History of scholarship and learning. The humanities
- 20. Class B – Philosophy. Psychology. Religion B Philosophy (General) BC Logic BD Speculative Philosophy BF Psychology BH Aesthetics BJ Ethics
- 21. Class B – Philosophy. Psychology. Religion BL Religion. Mythology. Rationalism BM Judaism BP Islam. Bahaism. Theosophy , etc. BQ Buddhism BR Christianity BS The Bible
- 22. Class B – Philosophy. Psychology. Religion BT Doctrinal Theology BV Practical Theology BX Christian Denominations
- 23. Subclass BR – Christianity BR1-1725 Christianity BR60-67 Early Christian literature. Fathers of the Church, etc. BR115 Christianity in relation to special subjects BR130-133.5 Christian antiquities. Archaeology. Museums BR140-1510 History
- 24. Subclass BR – Christianity BR1-1725 Christianity BR1600-1609 Persecution. Martyrs BR1610 Tolerance and toleration BR1615-1617 Liberalism BR1620 Sacrilege (History) BR1690-1725 Biography
- 25. Subclass BS – The Bible BS1-2970 The Bible BS11-115 Early versions BS125-355 Modern texts and versions BS410-680 Works about the Bible BS701-1830 Old Testament BS1901-2970 New Testament
- 26. Subclass BT – Doctrinal Theology BT10-1480 Doctrinal Theology BT19-37 Doctrine and dogma BT93-93.6 Judaism BT95-97.2 Divine law. Moral government BT98-180 God BT198-590 Christology BT595-680 Mary, Mother of Jesus Christ. Mariology
- 27. Subclass BT – Doctrinal Theology BT10-1480 Doctrinal Theology BT695-749 Creation BT750-811 Salvation. Soteriology BT819-891 Eschatology. Last things BT899-940 Future state. Future life BT960-985 Invisible world (saints, demons, etc.)
- 28. Subclass BT – Doctrinal Theology BT10-1480 Doctrinal Theology BT990-1010 Creeds, confessions, covenants, etc. BT1029-1040 Catechisms BT1095-1255 Apologetics. Evidences of Christianity
- 29. Subclass BT – Doctrinal Theology BT10-1480 Doctrinal Theology BT1313-1480 History of specific doctrines and movements. Heresies and schisms
- 30. Subclass BV – Practical Theology BV1-5099 Practical Theology BV5-530 Worship (Public and private) BV590-1652 Ecclesiastical theology BV2000-3705 Missions BV3750-3799 Evangelism. Revivals BV4000-4470 Pastoral theology
- 31. Subclass BV – Practical Theology BV1-5099 Practical Theology BV4485-5099 Practical religion. The Christian life
- 32. Subclass BX – Christian Denominations BX1-9999 Christian Denominations BX1-9.5 Church unity. Ecumenical movement. Interdenominational cooperation BX100-189 Eastern churches. Oriental churches
- 33. Subclass BX – Christian Denominations BX1-9999 Christian Denominations BX200-756 Orthodox Eastern Church BX800-4795 Catholic Church BX4800-9999 Protestantism Closed