John James

Contributor

Associate for Resource Consulting

John James is a person who centers compassion and connection at the heart of his work. He has a professional background in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and a deep commitment to serving others across all contexts. With a Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis from Spalding University and Board Certification as a Behavior Analyst (BCBA), he brings a wealth of expertise in providing support and guidance to others in need. John’s journey in the field of ABA has been driven by a desire to integrate his passion for helping others with his professional practice, bringing compassion, empathy, and a spirit of service to his work.

In his current role as Resource Consultant with the Center for Congregations, John is dedicated to fostering growth, providing congregations with pertinent resources, guiding congregational leaders through the Center’s many pillars or support, and creating a meaningful and inclusive community for all. Drawing on his experience in clinical leadership and informed by behavioral philosophy, he offers a unique blend of professional expertise and guidance to address the holistic needs of congregations. With a heart for helping and a commitment to serving others in alignment with their faith values, John seeks to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those he encounters.

Contributions From John James

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Entrusted: A Guide to Intentional Church Facility Stewardship
This book helps congregational leaders develop a holistic approach to caring for their...
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Village Missions
This organization helps rural Christian congregations in the United States and Canada that...
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Hope for the Heart
This organization helps congregants who may be facing challenges in life find help through...
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The American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC)
This organization provides care and counsel tools for faith-based organizations and...
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The Catholic Family Life Association
This organizational website provides congregational leaders with resources to foster a...
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The Change Architects
The Change Architects is a specialized firm that focuses on facilitating large-scale...
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Strategic Planning Session Outlines and PDF Files
This collection guides church leaders through the strategic planning process for their...
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Sacred Structures (by Jim Baker)
Sacred Structures serves churches that emphasize values-driven cultures, embrace change,...
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Strategos International
This organization offers security training and consulting for congregations. Grounded in...
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Duke Clergy & Religion Research Collaborative
This organization offers research and resources that help congregations support the...
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Bread for the World
This organization helps congregations engage in advocacy work focused on ending hunger....
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Church World Service (CWS)
This organization connects congregations to work that supports people around the world who...
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McGowan Global Institute
This organization belives in the value of partnership in helping congregations thrive. It...
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Boomerang: The Power of Effective Guest Follow-Up
This practical book helps congregations by providing a clear and effective 3-step guest...
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PastorsLine
PastorsLine is a web-based service that helps churches enhance communication with their...
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10 Ways Your Church Can Use ChatGPT in Ministry
Believing that ChatGPT is a critical tool for church leaders to become more efficient, this...
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10 Ways to Engage People Who Worship Online
This online article, offered by the Lewis Center for Church Leadership, recognizes that it...
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Online Worship Engagement-Best Practices
This online article provides information to congregational leaders on the best practices...
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Hispanic/Latinx Resources For English & Spanish-Speaking Churches
This website provides numerous resources for Hispanic congregations and Ministries,...
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Center For Faith & Giving: Narrative Budget Examples
web resource helps congregations create narrative budgets that reflect and effectively...
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5 Cs Of Credit: What They Are, How They're Used, And Which Is Most Important
This Investopedia article helps individuals understand the five Cs of credit—...
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The Future is Lay-Led: How Lay Ministry Training is Transforming Churches
This episode of the Pivot podcast features Rev. Clara King, who shares insights from her...
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Deepen Your Congregation's Spirituality Quotient
This online article from The Effective Church Group challenges congregations to assess and...
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Spiritual Practices And Community Engagement: Incarnational Presence, Listening, And Prayer
This online article from Discipleship Ministries emphasizes the importance of embodying...
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Strategic Social Media Planning for Churches: A Step-by-Step Guide
This online article provides in-depth information and step-by-step guidance about how to...
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How To Write Better Church Email Newsletters (6 Rules)
Brady Shearer, founder of Nucleus and creator of Pro Church Tools, Inc. believes that...
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The Top 20 Church Marketing Strategies For 2025
The author of this online article, Jordan Meyers, recognizes that there is still a lot of...
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New Atheism Is Dead. What's the New New Atheism?
This online article provides congregations with information on the emerging spirituality of...
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Atheists Won't Find God In A Church, So We Must Meet Them Where They Are
This online article from UK magazine, Premier Christianity, provides information on how...
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How To Share The Gospel With An Atheist
This online article provides a quick and substantive overview of how to have a disussion...
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How (and Why) to Tell Your Generosity Story
Shelia Dolinger recognizes that our journey of giving is an important story to tell, and...
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This Is My Story: Migration Storytelling Project
This online webpage, from the Reformed Church in American Refugee Care Ministry Program,...
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Digital Storytelling for Faith Formation: Ways to Explore Faith Together... Both On and Offline
This online article details how to use the digital space to create deepened faith formation...
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The Sanctuary Course (SANCTUARY Mental Health Ministries)
This free online, small group study course through Sanctuary Mental Health Ministries is an...
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7 Small Group Ministry Challenges And What To Do About Them
The staff at ChurchLeaders believes that with proper planning and thoughtful leadership,...
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Fostering A Small Group Mindset In A Small Church Setting
This online article presents findings from a study conducted by Lifeway Research regarding...
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Inclusive Church: Small Group Study Resources: Disability
This resource contains step by step lesson plans for hosting small groups to increase the...
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HR for The Church: Helping Churches Navigate the Practical & Legal Issues of Employment
This book helps congregations navigate the practical and legal issues of employment for...
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Faith-Based Hiring Best Practices: A Step-By-Step Guide For Ministries
The staff at the Church HR Network understands that a "good hire" is someone who aligns...
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Chemistry Staffing
This organization provides congregations with hiring and staffing solutions, supporting...
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The FaithX Project
This online web resource helps congregations obtain skills to serve their faith-based...
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Rural & Small Town Mission: Webinars
This online website, maintained by the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, helps congregations...
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Strategic Management For Churches
This online aynchronous course hosted on Coursera helps congregations, via pre-recorded...
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