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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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Stories Can Transform Your Church's Stewardship

This online article explores how storytelling can reshape congregational attitudes toward giving by reframing...

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Curriculum Overview for Children's Formation

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This chart contains a comprehensive list of currently available children's faith formation...

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Creating Third Place Spaces at Church

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This 8-page article from a church architect offers tips and a research-based approach for...

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Creating a Congregational Culture of Validation

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This article reveals how validation fosters flourishing congregations and lists three ways...

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Community Ministry Resources

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This resource compiles books, articles, websites, and more to equip congregations for mutual...

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Community and Congregational Listening: Coaching and Practices from Online Sessions

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This brief article offers practical wisdom to take the pulse of the congregation and its...

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Benevolence Funds: Church Leader's Comprehensive Guide

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This online article, written by Ministry Brands, delves into key policies, strategies, and...

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Becoming an Adaptive Leader: Based on the Work of Ronald Heifetz and Marty Linsky

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This article overviews an adaptive leadership process used to define challenges and help...

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Applying Positive Deviance

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This article tells the story of seven congregations in Indiana that used positive deviance...

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Anne Curley: Do the Right Thing

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This resource teaches lay leaders how to better handle a crisis and promotes collaboration...

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