Description
This book describes the range of mergers for strong, stable, stuck, and struggling churches. No matter what type of merger a church may be considering, the authors address key questions about the process. Congregations that are praying about mergers will find case studies and ideas that will support the discernment process related to merging or not.
Features
data about church mergers; answers some questions about the merging process; mentions some pitfalls to avoid; how "better together" can lead to more, rather than fewer reproducing churches; do's and don'ts to consider
Recommended Audience
The book has Lutheran roots but is applicable to almost any congregation in the Protestant tradtion.
Cost
Purchase as a book or e-book
Practical Applications
- Read with board members or congregational leaders during the early consideration of a church merger.