Resources

This book demonstrates what can happen when a congregation seeks God's purpose, presence, and power.

Written by the United Methodist Bishop of Missouri, this book outlines five congregational practices of an effective congregation, detailing the...

This book takes leaders below the surface to unpack the corporate nature of church relationships and the invisible dynamics at play. Using the...

This book provides congregations with a way to create a culture of conversation based off a process called the World Cafe.

Supplemented by sample surveys, forms, and interview questions, this resource will equip clergy search committees with the necessary tools to...

This article illustrates the difference between problem solving and addressing issues through Appreciative Inquiry, describing the benefits of...

This article is a comprehensive overview of the steps for creating a successful nonprofit organization.

This classic book helps congregational leaders, who are not expert project managers, be able to design effective project plans and conduct...

Written by someone with first-hand experience, this book shows how the part-time clergy model can be beneficial for congregations and the...

This article identifies ten challenges that small church pastors might face while offering suggestions to address such obstacles.