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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 blog offers faith leaders guidance on helping youth and congregations process grief and trauma from school...

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Doing Planning Differently

This online article supports congregational leaders who are involved in planning, developing, and reassessing...

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Good Night, Sleep Tight: Bedtime Rituals

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This five-page booklet from Interfaith Family encourages parents to use bedtime as an...

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Facilitators, Consultants and Coaches – Which One Do I Need?

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This article distinguishes the differences between facilitators, consultants, and coaches to...

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Doing Change Differently: An Appreciative Inquiry Approach

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This article illustrates the difference between problem solving and addressing issues through...

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Conflict in Congregations Special Report

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This report by the Center for Congregations provides an overview of inevitable congregational...

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Church Governance: Exploring a variety of models for elder-minister relationships and leadership...

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This article supports congregations in navigating the complexities of church governance,...

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A Resource for the Closing of Congregations

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This resource provides a theological and practical guide to closing a congregation.

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Volunteering and Its Surprising Benefits: Helping Others While Helping Yourself

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This resource describes the four benefits of volunteering, which range from the physical to...

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Conflict Prevention and Mediation in the Jewish Tradition

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This article provides an overview on conflict resolution and mediation in contemporary and...

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Insights Into: Congregational Conflict

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Part of a series produced by Faith Communities Today, this article analyzes the results of two...

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