Resources

This blog post argues that congregations should pay attention to building cleanliness and order so guests feel welcome.

This article provides a basic overview of positive deviance, an asset-based approach to problem solving.

This 11-page guide offers a process and tools to engage in important conversations regarding race.

This pack of eight articles educates readers about conflict and how to mitigate it in a congregation.

This web resource provides a blog written by author Ryk Van Velden who answers the question, "What is multicultural congregation or...

This organization helps local faith leaders create new kinds of church and meet modern people where they are.

This study of leaders across ten faith traditions defines spiritual vitality, reveals which factors help or hurt congregational vitality, and...

This web page lists 40 practical inclusion resources with tips, examples and templates to address food allergies, b’ nei mitzvah, mental...

This panel discussion considers what role parishioners, lay leaders, and clergy can play to support families of children or adults with special...

This assessment tool provides an evaluation of your congregation's sense of community.