The Art of Community, Second Edition: 7 Principles for Belonging

Description

This book helps congregations explore seven principles for fostering belonging. Written by Charles Vogl, M.Div., an adviser, speaker, and author, he draws upon thousands of years in human tradition and his own work with nonprofits and religious institutions to map the seven principles that are present in a thriving community. Readers of this book learn through anecdotes and a commonsense breakdown of the building blocks needed to cultivate a sense of community in an existing or new congregation, organization, or group.

Features

• 224 pages
• Paperback
• Kindle
• Audiobook
• Worksheets
• Case study

Practical Applications

• Read this book to learn Vogl's 7-principle framework for building genuine community with your congregation.
• Read the second edition to learn about virtual community-building and enhance your congregation's digital ministry.
• Share the resources in the appendices with your congregational leaders to foster a more welcoming culture.