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Thriving in Bivocational Ministry, featuring Kris Bentley

This online podcast challenges the assumption that effective ministry depends on full-time clergy , and the conversation explores how bivocational ministry can become a sustainable and flourishing model for both pastors and congregations. Drawing on research, field experience, and insights from Kris Bentley's work with bivocational ministers, the episode contextualizes ministry as a shared endeavor in which clergy and laity partner together, embrace realistic expectations, and discover new...

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Homeless Community Chaplaincy

This online course offers congregations a homeless community chaplaincy training. With this course, Christian...

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The Faith Factor and Social Welfare: Evidence, Practice, Policy

This textbook offers congregational leaders an in-depth view of the work of faith-based organizations (FBOs) ...

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The Fund Raising School

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This school, which is part of Indiana University, offers one-time courses and certificate...

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Singing from the Lectionary

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This weekly blog website, provided by Natalie Sims, provides recommendations several weeks...

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Christ in Youth (CIY)

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This organization is focused on the discipleship and development of young people. The...

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Ability Tree

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This organization can help congregations evaluate their accessibility to disabled people...

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S.W.O.T. Evaluation for Ministry

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This four-minute video by Converge provides an overview of the S.W.O.T. analysis planning...

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Church Strategic Planning in 4 Easy Steps!

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This article from Smart Church Management provides an overview of strategic planning for...

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Planificación Estratégica | Red de Multiplicación

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Esta herramienta en línea ofrece un manual para líderes congregacionales...

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Critical components of SMART church goals

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This article from ResourceUMC describes the SMART goal concept. With the understanding that...

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Lombard Mennonite Peace Center (LMPC)

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This organization offers hands-on training clinics and onsite consulting for nonviolent...

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