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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 Learning Congregation

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This essay discusses eight behaviors of congregations that learn well.

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Calling Clergy: A Spiritual and Practical Guide Through the Search Process

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This book provides spiritual and practical processes to search for a new clergy, offering...

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American Religion: Contemporary Trends

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This resource summarizes survey findings to provide a broad overview of trends in American...

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Levels of Conflict - Based on the work of Speed Leas

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This article summarizes Speed Leas' work on the five levels of congregational conflict.

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Sharing God's House

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This concise article provides a helpful guide for congregations considering sharing space with...

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Missional Small Groups: Becoming a Community That Makes a Difference in the World

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This resource shows how missional small groups differ from conventional small groups,...

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A Code of Jewish Ethics, Volume 2: Love Your Neighbor as Yourself

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This book demonstrates how to live the Jewish mandate to love one's neighbor, studying Jewish...

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Launch: Starting a New Church from Scratch

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This resource is a good starting point for those thinking about starting a new church --- read...

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Celebrating the Offering

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Aimed at congregations seeking to make giving a central and joyful part of worship, this...

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