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Charles Vogl

Charles Vogl is an advisor, keynote speaker, and author whose insights on leadership and creating community have made him a sought-after resource across faith traditions as well as in tech, education, government, and other industries. His experience as a consultant is built on years working with groups to improve collective energy and purpose to enhance effectiveness as well as fellowship. Vogl's books on community, storytelling, and branding can help congregational leaders develop strategies...

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The Art of Community: 7 Principles for Belonging

This book helps congregations explore seven principles for fostering belonging. Written by Charles Vogl,...

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The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters

In this book, author Priya Parker shares how looking at gatherings with fresh eyes can make them both more...

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Creating a Good Virtual Worship Experience

I’ve “attended” several synagogue and church worship services over the last...

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Talking About Racism

Many congregations are looking for resources to help them talk about racism. White congregations...

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4 Steps to Free Community Data

In the last few years there’s been a surge of congregations interested in their...

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The Art of Community: 7 Principles for Belonging

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This book helps congregations explore seven principles for fostering belonging. Written by...

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The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters

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In this book, author Priya Parker shares how looking at gatherings with fresh eyes can make...

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Reclaiming Rural: Building Thriving Rural Congregations

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This book explains the unique opportunities of rural ministry, offering strategies to build...

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Church Mental Health Summit

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This online event helps congregations and ministry leaders establish, grow, and maintain...

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Racialized Trauma Course

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This web resource offers a free online course to help individuals and communities begin...

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COVID-19: Racial Equity and Social Justice Resources

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This list of racial equity resources sheds light on disparities and provides tailored COVID-19...

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Principles for Online Ritual Design

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This practical guide helps congregants create their own sacred spaces and rituals from...

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7 Shifts Churches Need to Make Because of the Coronavirus

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This article encourages intentional leadership shifts to remain vital during COVID-19.

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10 Tips: Financial Navigation for Synagogue Leaders During a Crisis

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This article provides tips for congregational crisis management including finances,...

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The Colossian Forum

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This organization provides resources, workshops, and materials to help individuals,...

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VisitorReach

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VisitorReach helps congregations connect with potential visitors. VisitorReach believes...

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The Shepherd's House

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The Shepherd’s House, a ministry of Practical Shepherding, exists to provide weary...

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S8 E16: Five Cups of Coffee a Week

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Dr. Josh Packard joins John and Matt to discuss Sacred Listening; a tool that can help...

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S8 E15: The Place(s) Where It Happened

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Pastor Dave Fox and Pastor Eric Lehman from The Bridge Community Church in Decatur,...

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S8 E14: Junk Food vs. Whole Food

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Dr. Elise Erikson Barrett, the President of the Center for Congregations, joins Shellie...

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Can the Local Church Heal Political Division?

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This podcast episode offers congregations insights into how they can support social change...

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What do American Christians believe about their Religion

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This podcast offers congregations insights into the range of Christian beliefs. Hosted by...

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What Now? Creative Tool for COVID-19 Planning

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This 3-hour self-facilitated planning process helps teams think creatively to make an action...

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Mental Health First Aid

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This training helps congregations respond effectively to people experiencing a mental...

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Certificate in Community Storytelling

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This certification program offers congregational leaders a specialization in personal and...

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Project Resource: Fall 2026 Training

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This Fall 2026 webinar series from The College for Bishops focuses on annual giving and...

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iwave

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This software can help congregations find and connect with donors. A product of Kindsight,...

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Tarjimly

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Tarjimly is designed for overcoming language barriers, available anytime, anywhere, via...

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accessiBe

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This software helps congregations ensure that people with disabilities can access their...

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Charles Vogl

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Charles Vogl is an advisor, keynote speaker, and author whose insights on leadership and...

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Freddy DeAnda

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Este consultor es un pastor, autor, orador y podcaster Latino que provee cursos educativos...

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Bailey, Marlon, PhD

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Dr. Marlon M. Bailey offers invaluable expertise to congregational leaders seeking to...

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RELEVANT Magazine

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Since 2002, RELEVANT Media Group has published RELEVANT magazine, intended to speak to...

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Outreach Magazine

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Outreach Magazine is a by-monthly, non-denominational magazine for Christian churches that...

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MinistryTech Magazine

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Formerly Christian Computing Magazine, this free, monthly e-zine is for church staff and...

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