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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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Leading Like Moses: 4 Ways To Know What To Delegate

This online article, adapted from Leveling the Chuch: Multiplying Your Ministry by Giving it Away, helps...

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A Network Of Black Farmers And Black Churches Delivers Fresh Food From Soil To Sanctuary

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This article shares how Black churches improve food accessibility and community health by...

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Sexual Assault Response Teams: Coordinating Our Response to Sexual Assault (SART)

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This online guide outlines the roles of Sexual Assault Response Teams (SART) so congregations...

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Have Smartphones Destroyed a Generation?

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This article explores the iGeneration, statistics on the use of smart phones, and how it...

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Ten Assumptions of Appreciative Inquiry

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This article provides the basic values of Appreciative Inquiry.

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10 Things I Wish Every Christian Leader Knew About Gay Teens in Their Church

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From a traditional marriage perspective, this article has concrete suggestions to relate with...

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10 Things Your Congregation Can Do to Become More LGBTQ-Welcoming

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This article for open and affirming congregations lists ideas to actively embrace LGBTQ...

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A Christian Conversation Guide

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This guide for open and affirming congregations suggests how to build a safe and inclusive...

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A Quick Guide for LGBTQ Inclusion

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This guide for affirming congregations includes tips to create an inclusive community for...

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Twelve Characteristics for Effective 21st Century Ministry

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This short article comments on pastoral leadership and highlights 12 leadership skills of...

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