ACL supports member libraries through cooperative programs, shared services, and trusted tools designed to strengthen collections, steward budgets, and expand access to resources. This page brings together ACL’s core library-focused resources in one place.

Cost Savings & Accreditation Support

Christian Library Consortium (CLC)

Flagship Library Resource

The Christian Library Consortium (CLC) is institutional membership that helps Christian college, university, and seminary libraries maximize their budgets through group purchasing, negotiated vendor discounts, and shared opportunities.

  • Group purchasing and vendor discounts
  • Cost-saving opportunities for member libraries
  • Support for accreditation by strengthening mission-aligned learning resources that meet ABHE and TRACS standards

Shared Expertise & Library Support

ACL Discussion List

The ACL Discussion List is a member-only professional resource where librarians exchange practical knowledge, seek peer guidance, and share solutions related to library services, collections, instruction, and administration. It serves as an ongoing, collaborative reference point shaped by the collective expertise of ACL members.

Policies, Staffing, & Best Practices

Library Policy Repository

New Resource

The ACL Library Policy Repository is a shared collection of library policies contributed by member institutions, offering examples and guidance for policy development, revision, and benchmarking.

Job Postings

ACL’s Job Postings service connects member libraries with qualified candidates seeking positions in Christian higher education and related library settings.

  • Hire librarians and library staff
  • Reach candidates aligned with institutional mission
  • Support career mobility within the ACL community

Resource Sharing & Access

Reciprocal Borrowing Program

ACL’s Reciprocal Borrowing Program allows participating libraries to extend borrowing privileges to users from other ACL member institutions, expanding access beyond local collections.

Interlibrary Loan (ILL)

ACL supports interlibrary loan cooperation among member libraries, enabling efficient sharing of digital resources to meet patron needs.

DUPex Exchange Service

DUPex is a cooperative exchange program that helps libraries identify, offer, and acquire duplicate materials, supporting responsible collection management and space planning.

Research & Scholarly Resources

Christian Periodical Index (CPI)

The Christian Periodical Index (CPI) provides indexing for evangelical Christian journals and magazines, supporting discovery and research in theology, ministry, and related disciplines. CLC institution members save 15% off annual subscription.

The Christian Librarian (TCL)

ACL’s peer-reviewed journal featuring research, case studies, and reflections from Christian librarians.