Resources

This article describes the Quaker practice "clearness committee" and instructs the reader in how to conduct this meeting for the purpose of...

This article presents a life cycle model that can help leaders understand their congregation's current life stage and anticipate inevitable...

This article provides guidance for Bible study leaders looking for a study resource, challenging them to look for three primary characteristics....

This article reveals the pitfalls and errors that can be made when considering culture change in a congregational setting.

This web resource uses positive change as an approach and high engagement process to focus on what is successful in a congregation.

This data-packed report contains a summary of factors essential for improving young adult ministries.

Published by the Center for Congregations, this four-page article shares insights from Indiana congregations that are successfully engaging...

This two-page guide from congregational experts offers commonsense tips and tools to get the relationship and project off to a solid start and...

This two-page guide examines what to consider when beginning the strategic planning process, outlining the virtues of self-led and...

Compiled from interviews with consultants and congregational leaders, this article is designed to help congregations find the best person to...