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The Welcoming Congregation: Roots and Fruits of Christian Hospitality

This book analyzes the theme of hospitality from multiple aspects, including the author's own...

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The New Parish: How Neighborhood Churches are Transforming Mission, Discipleship and Community

This resource identifies the church as a solution to cultural individualism, arguing that...

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A Heart of Wisdom: Making the Jewish Journey from Midlife through the Elder Years

This collection of essays offers Jewish perspectives on aging, ranging from intergenerational...

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Small Is Big! Unleashing the Big Impact of Intentionally Small Churches

This book presents the small house church as a way to achieve ministry as described by Jesus...

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Smaller Congregations Share Ideas in Quest to Stay Vibrant

This article looks at the efforts of Jewish congregations and judicatories to address the...

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A Center in the Cyclone: Twenty-First Century Clergy Self-Care

This book offers advice for clergy to lead a healthier lives through spiritual growth and...

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Holy Currencies: 6 Blessings for Sustainable Missional Ministries

This book lists six congregational assets, also known as "currencies." By using gracious...

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How to Shape Your Church's Culture

This article from LifeWay provides an introduction to understanding what defines church...

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Applying Positive Deviance

This article tells the story of seven congregations in Indiana that used positive deviance...

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GenOn Ministries

This organization provides a wide range of services and curricula to foster faith...

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