Resources

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

This ministry book helps congregations reflect on the lived experiences of church communities by sharing real stories that illuminate faith,...

Dr. Jessica Brown joins Shellie and Matt to discuss the challenges of multivocational ministry: both those in clergy roles and those in...

Matt and Shellie explore the changing nature of congregational life with Pastor Rob Dyer of Ministry Architects. Rob encourages...

This organization provides rest and self-care resources to clergy and congregational leaders. Resources include things like retreats,...

This video explores the relationship between campus ministries and local churches— asking whether and how they can collaborate...

In Online Church Is Not the Answer, Jay Kranda challenges churches to move past the assumption that digital ministry is simply about...

This website supports congregational leaders in the work of the ministry that is not taught in seminary. The Lead Pastor's mission is to...

Riffing off of Charles Dickens' classic novel, Ben and Matt and Tim Shapiro, reflect on trends in the life of congregational ministry.

This certification program, sponsored by The Chalmers Center, offers congregations a year's worth of training and support to launch a jobs...