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Struggling With What to Do With Your Church Building? Here is How to Find Help

This article provides resources and strategies for congregations that are beginning to evaluate the future of their building and property. Author Elizabeth Lynn of the Lake Institute on Faith and Giving encourages congregations to start slow and gather inspiration from other congregations. To begin this process, the article offers three actions congregations can take to get started and a robust guide to organizations that support congregations through this process.

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Processing the tragedy of school shootings

This short article offers practical and compassionate steps to support youth in the wake of mass violence.

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Critical components of SMART church goals

This article from ResourceUMC describes the SMART goal concept. With the understanding that congregational...

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Gateway to Church for Young Adults

This article highlights the ministry of Charlotte/One, an ecumenically-based ministry in North...

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The Ministry of Small Groups: Towards an Integration of Orthodoxy and Orthopraxis

This article looks at six reasons why small groups fail and offers solutions.

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50 Ways to Welcome a New Pastor

Written by a United Methodist leader, this article offers 50 helpful actions that...

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Defeating the Demons: The Prevention of Clergy Sexual Abuse

This article presents a proactive stance on clergy sexual abuse and suggests four categories...

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We Dare Not Fall: Dealing with the Peril of Clergy Sexual Misconduct

This article helps male clergy understand and identify the risks of clergy sexual misconduct...

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Digital Disciples

This article looks at how one pastor was able to incorporate technology and social media to...

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Engaging Immigration

This downloadable resource is designed to help leaders think strategically and biblically...

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Positive Change for Congregations

This article summarizes the experience of the Indianapolis Center for Congregations in...

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Children's Ministry Check-In and Check-Out Procedures

This article focuses on how to keep children safe while they are in church facilities.

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