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The Welcoming Congregation: Roots and Fruits of Christian Hospitality

This book analyzes the theme of hospitality from multiple aspects, including the author's own...

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The Soul of the Congregation: An Invitation to Congregational Reflection

This resource calls on readers to analyze the soul of their congregation --- what makes up...

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Leadership That Fits Your Church: What Kind of Pastor for What Kind of Congregation

This e-book explores the challenges of pastoral leadership and provides clarity surrounding...

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Small, Strong Congregations: Creating Strengths and Health for Your Congregation

This book shares insight into why and how small congregations can be strong and viable.

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50 Ways to Welcome a New Pastor

Written by a United Methodist leader, this article offers 50 helpful actions that...

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Not Safe For Church: Ten Commandments For Reaching New Generations

Using the Old and New Testament, this book provides readers with ten practices or...

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Ten Most Common Mistakes Made by New Church Starts

This resource is for individuals interested in starting a new church and shows how to overcome...

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50 Ways to Welcome New People

This three-page document is full of practical suggestions for making your congregation...

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Starting New Initiatives: A Discernment Process

This downloadable workbook outlines a process of prayer, discernment, conversation, and...

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Transformational Church: Creating a New Scorecard for Congregations

This book is written for congregations seeking to strengthen disciple-making skills through...

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