Resources

This Sabbatical Guide from Soul Shepherding supports clergy leaders and their congregations as pastors consider and prepare for a sabbatical....

This online article from the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America provides a pastoral transition...

This resource explores the unique characteristics of divergent churches, examining the how and where they meet, what brings them together,...

This heartfelt article describes how end-of-life care givers adapt their practices during COVID-19 to help people come to terms with loss.

This blog post summarizes good reopening practices from multiple sources for returning to worship facilities after COVID-19 restrictions.

This book explains how kids learn religious beliefs, values, and practices from their parents.

This website offers guides to improve evaluation practices like surveys, group activities, and event feedback.

This web resource helps congregational leaders build and sustain effective care ministries while preventing burnout. Hosted by mental health...

This book helps congregational leaders engage in spiritual practices that help sustain their work. Author Ruth Haley Barton, founder of...

This ministry book helps congregations explore alternative models of church by introducing the vision, theology, and practices of microchurch...