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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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Responding to Gun Violence Concerns at Churches

This short article provides perspective and ideas for congregational security options.

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Working with Architects

Written by the resource experts at the Center for Congregations, this article details things...

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Questions to Ask Your Architect

Published by the American Institute of Architects, this article details five categories of...

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How to Start a Nonprofit

This article is a comprehensive overview of the steps for creating a successful nonprofit...

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How to Lead Online Worship Without Losing Your Soul-Or Body

Written by a seminary professor, this article offers tips for leaders to keep in mind as they...

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Four Guiding Principles for Managing a Polarized Congregation

This article equips leaders to navigate conflict in the congregation.

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Five Strategic Advantages of Small Churches

This article identifies and details five strengths of smaller congregations while providing...

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Engaging Immigration

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

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Drumming in Worship: Experiencing God's Heartbeat

This article cites examples of churches that use drumming to build community.

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Crunch Time in Smaller Congregations

This article names and describes six options small congregations can consider when their...

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Responding in Times of Crisis

Karen Goley

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Congregations Re-Imagined

Tim Shapiro

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Comedy and the Congregation

Matt Burke

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