Resources

Written by a children's ministry specialist, this resource launches a conversation on a range of topics congregations should address for...

This resource draws upon five years of research on emerging adults to help congregations from a variety of traditions understand and minister to...

This article reflects on hospitality and the stranger through the lens of immigration, touching on topics such as social justice, immigration,...

This article identifies ten negative messages congregations unknowingly send to guests and visitors.

This organization provides consulting and online resources focused on a variety of topics, from visitor retention and congregational growth to...

This article draws from the author's experience visiting various congregations to offer seven actions they can take to be more welcoming to...

Written by a theology professor, this article reflects on evangelism, the role of the Christian with respect to evangelism, and the purpose of...

This collection of essays from various scholars explores race relations and the role religion has played in mending or straining those...

This article distinguishes the differences between facilitators, consultants, and coaches to help congregations determine which will best...

This 16-page booklet provides a practical framework for formulating powerful questions, skills for leading "inquiring systems," and examples of...