Resources

This book, rooted in worship and best practices, helps small congregations learn how to take inventory of their gifts and assets and plan for...

This article from the Malphurs Group helps congregations identify and prevent volunteer overwhelm. Written from the perspective that...

This 2-hour panelist discussion examines the evolution of the Black Church, its positive and negative manifestations, and critical issues in...

Composed of several essays, this resource looks at Christian worship in Hispanic congregations of different faith traditions.

This organization provides coaching, consulting, and free online resources for leaders of small congregations.

This practical guide will help clergy and lay leaders through the oftentimes stressful process of closing a congregation. It details pitfalls to...

This article summarizes Speed Leas' work on the five levels of congregational conflict.

This organization equips churches to create disciples through small groups at homes, moving from Sunday programming to everyday life.

This blog post reflects on synagogue vitality and the importance of strengthening engagement with the broader community.

This article covers simple engagement metrics for worship and advice to improve virtual interaction.