John James

Contributor

Associate for Resource Consulting

John James is a person who centers compassion and connection at the heart of his work. He has a professional background in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and a deep commitment to serving others across all contexts. With a Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis from Spalding University and Board Certification as a Behavior Analyst (BCBA), he brings a wealth of expertise in providing support and guidance to others in need. John’s journey in the field of ABA has been driven by a desire to integrate his passion for helping others with his professional practice, bringing compassion, empathy, and a spirit of service to his work.

In his current role as Resource Consultant with the Center for Congregations, John is dedicated to fostering growth, providing congregations with pertinent resources, guiding congregational leaders through the Center’s many pillars or support, and creating a meaningful and inclusive community for all. Drawing on his experience in clinical leadership and informed by behavioral philosophy, he offers a unique blend of professional expertise and guidance to address the holistic needs of congregations. With a heart for helping and a commitment to serving others in alignment with their faith values, John seeks to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those he encounters.

Contributions From John James

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Entrusted: A Guide to Intentional Church Facility Stewardship
This book helps congregational leaders develop a holistic approach to caring for their...
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Village Missions
This organization helps rural Christian congregations in the United States and Canada that...
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Hope for the Heart
Founded by June Hunt, Hope for the Heart is a biblical caregiving, coaching, and counseling...
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The American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC)
This organization provides care and counsel tools for faith-based organizations and...
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The Catholic Family Life Association
This organization helps congregations foster a family perspective and advocate for family...
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The Change Architects
The Change Architects is a specialized firm that focuses on facilitating large-scale...
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Strategic Planning Session Outlines and PDF Files
This collection guides church leaders through the strategic planning process for their...
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Sacred Structures (by Jim Baker)
Sacred Structures serves churches that emphasize values-driven cultures, embrace change,...
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Strategos International
This organization offers security training and consulting for congregations. Grounded in...
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The Church Responds: Resources
This web resource helps congregations find resources that can build their capacity to...
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Duke Clergy & Religion Research Collaborative
This organization offers research and resources that help congregations support the...
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Bread for the World
This organization helps congregations engage in advocacy work focused on ending hunger....
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Church World Service (CWS)
This organization connects congregations to work that supports people around the world who...
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PastorsLine
PastorsLine is a web-based service that helps churches enhance communication with their...
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10 Ways Your Church Can Use ChatGPT in Ministry
Believing that ChatGPT is a critical tool for church leaders to become more efficient, this...
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The Future is Lay-Led: How Lay Ministry Training is Transforming Churches
This episode of the Pivot podcast features Rev. Clara King, who shares insights from her...
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Deepen Your Congregation's Spirituality Quotient
This online article from The Effective Church Group challenges congregations to assess and...
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Strategic Social Media Planning for Churches: A Step-by-Step Guide
This online article provides in-depth information and step-by-step guidance about how to...
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How To Write Better Church Email Newsletters (6 Rules)
Brady Shearer, founder of Nucleus and creator of Pro Church Tools, Inc. believes that...
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The Top 20 Church Marketing Strategies For 2025
The author of this online article, Jordan Meyers, recognizes that there is still a lot of...
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