Resources

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

This comprehensive report by Lifeway Research offers congregations research on the state of groups, identifying trends and best practices for...

This episode of the Pivot podcast features Rev. Clara King, who shares insights from her work with small, rural churches, highlighting how...

This podcast offers conversations on the importance, opportunities, and difficulties often experienced by smaller congregations. Episodes...

This video podcast episode shares both introductory and advanced social media tips that work for small and rural churches. This installment...

In 2024, Lifeway published this webinar that walks through Lifeway’s most recent research of adult ongoing groups- what’s...

This organization helps rural Christian congregations in the United States and Canada that are struggling to find leadership and survive...

This book supports congregational leaders who want to start or grow small group ministry. Part of Lifeway's "A Short Guide" series, Groups:...

This resource offers youth leaders of small churches hope and affirmation.

In this episode of How to Do Online Church, Rev. Jim Keat explores the growing reality of hybrid ministry, where in-person and online...