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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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As SNAP Benefits Stall, Black Churches Step Up to Feed America

This article, written by Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware for Word In Black, discusses how faith communities...

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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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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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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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Medical Emergency Preparation

This article argues for a health ministry team that can be integrated into the congregation...

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'Thine of Thine Own': Orthodoxy and Ecology

This essay presents a spiritual framework for thought and action regarding climate change.

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Ending Well

This article outlines concrete, practical steps to follow for a church that has decided to...

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Church Mergers - 10 Things to Consider

This article advises churches considering a merger to explore ten key issues that will impact...

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