Resources

This online document offers a brief but comprehensive overview of best practices for congregational leaders interested in developing a crisis...

This website, provided by Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), has curated do-it-yourself planning resources created across the ELCA...

This resource simplifies church staffing into the "Four Core Processes": evangelism, retention, discipleship, and mission.

The Ultimate Church Capital Campaign Guide is a comprehensive resource designed to help churches successfully plan, organize, and execute...

This series of articles shares the story of Westbury UMC's refugee resettlement ministry as a model of intentional community and outreach.

During the confusion of the Trump Era, this book provides biblical reflection and encouragement for the church to take action for a better...

During the pandemic, this webpage helps small membership church leaders to adapt and recover from losses.

This article empowers congregations to explore different systems of church governance and their implications for spiritual leadership. Erwin...

This article shares a conversation between Duke University's Faith and Leadership newsletter writers and Mark Elsdon, author of the Book,...

This podcast episode helps congregations understand the benefits and features of an online campus. Hosts Thomas Costello and Ian Hyatt of...