Resources

Based on research from more than 100 interviews and site visits, this resource offers best practices for building a strong community, giving an...

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

This book focuses on the concept of evangelism --- its challenges, the reason for doing it, and stories of churches who do it effectively. This...

This resource uses theory and practice to help congregations understand the dynamics of culture and how it relates to their ministry, extending...

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...