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Transforming Church in Rural America

by Shannon O’Dell. New Leaf Press, 2010.

Description

Based on the experiences of the author as a rural pastor, this book dispels false assumptions about rural congregations and shows how stagnant churches can grow by setting goals based on vision, attitude, leadership, understanding, and enduring excellence.

Features

accompanying videos, the future of rural congregations and ministry, common misconceptions about rural congregations

Recommended Audience

clergy and lay leaders in rural congregation

Cost

Purchase as a book or e-book

Practical Applications

  • Encourage congregational growth by adapting the five goals laid out in the acronym V.A.L.U.E.

About the Contributor

Contributor
Janet Hoover

Janet Hoover is a certified spiritual director in private practice and an American Baptist pastor. She graduated from the University of Indianapolis and earned her MDiv and DMin from Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis. 

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