Kara Faris

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Executive Director of Programs

Kara Faris is the Center’s executive director of programs. Over her time at the Center, she has also served as the director of resource grants and resource consulting and the education director.

Before working at the Center, Kara served First Friends Meeting of Indianapolis as associate pastor. With a degree in marketing from Butler University’s College of Business Administration and a master of divinity degree from Christian Theological Seminary, Kara brings a blend of pragmatism, intuition and passion for lifelong learning to the Center. Kara has authored Including Laity in Education Events Empowers Congregations and co-authored the book Divergent Church.

Contributions From Kara Faris

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Youth Ministry
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Making Youth Ministry Matter
The purpose of youth ministry is to foster the personal development of faith, theology and...
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PURE Ministries
This organization provides conferences and speakers for congregations to learn about the...
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Special Touch Ministry, Inc.
This congregation has a wide variety of resources, including retreats, conferences, and...
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Including People with Disabilities in Faith Communities: A Guide for Service Providers, Families...
This resource helps support congregations in their quest towards becoming places of welcome...
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With
This organization provides resources that support faith formation and congregational...
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The Inclusive Church: Helping Churches Successfully Include Children with Special Needs
This blog is for congregational leaders desiring resources for special needs inclusion,...
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HouseRight Production
This organization helps congregations design and implement audio, video, and lighting...
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Fresh Expressions
This organization helps local faith leaders create new kinds of church and meet modern...
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The Tech-Wise Family: Everyday Steps for Putting Technology in Its Proper Place
This book takes readers beyond the what, where, and when of technology to outline a better...
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Guide for Christian Funerals During COVID-19
Prompted by COVID-19 health concerns, this ecumenical funeral guide shares logistical...
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Adult Survivors of Child Abuse (ASCA)
ASCA is a national support group for adult survivors of physical, sexual, and emotional...
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Eight Steps for Selecting Fundraising Counsel
This succinct and practical article outlines an eight-step process for choosing...
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Staffing When You Can't Afford to Staff
This article considers practical ways to have “ volunteer staff” in your...
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God and Race: A Guide for Moving Beyond Black Fists and White Knuckles
This book models how to start necessary conversations about race, encourage unity, and foster...
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God and Race (study guide plus streaming video)
The study guide and short videos are a non-threatening way to dialog about race and...
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Sauls Consulting Services, Inc
This organization helps congregations develop stewardship campaigns. Sauls Consulting...
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Weglot
This software offers congregations a website translation tool. Weglot values practical,...
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spf.io
This software helps congregations translate live audio and content into multiple languages....
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accessiBe
This software helps congregations ensure that people with disabilities can access their...
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Froot Group
This organization helps Christian congregations hire worship leaders and staff. Froot Group...
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Sanctuary Mental Health Ministries
This organization offers congregations faith-based resources and training to support mental...
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Pride Institute
This organization, located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, specializes in helping LGBTQ+...
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Question. Persuade. Refer. (QPR) Institute
This organization's mission is to reduce suicidal behaviors and save lives by providing...
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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: Faith-Based and Community Initiatives
This organization connects federal grant programs and initiatives to national, state, and...
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The Care Ministry Podcast
This podcast features episodes that teach strategies and highlight resources that will...
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The Color of HOPE: African American Mental Health in the Church
This book provides religious care professionals and laity with a robust awareness of mental...
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National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): Video Resource Library
This Video Resource Library includes approximately 120 free, diverse, and inclusive videos...
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The Trevor Project
This organization's mission is to end suicide among LGBTQ young people.
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Taking on the "Perfect Storm": Faith-based Organizations and Partnerships Address COVID-19...
This 60 minute recording of a panel of faith-based leaders addresses the importance of and...
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Mental Health Resources to Support the LGBTQ+ Community
This article features a comprehensive list of resources for people in the LGBTQ community...
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National Alliance on Mental Illness Faith Support Groups
This organization features descriptions of eight spirituality/faith-related support groups...
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Guidance in Giving: Catholics Helping Catholics
This organization helps Catholic congregations enhance their fundraising capabilities....
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Church HR Network
This organization empowers congregations and ministries by providing tailored HR solutions...
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Maintaining Boundaries in a Digital Age
This online course can help congregational leaders understand or review healthy and ethical...
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Using Video in Rurality
This podcast episode can help congregations understand the benefits of video technology and...
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Flourishing in Ministry: How to Cultivate Clergy Well-Being
This book can help congregations understand the challenges that clergy face. Author Matt...
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Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership: Seeking God in the Crucible of Ministry
This book helps congregational leaders engage in spiritual practices that help sustain...
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discipls
This software helps congregations organize and automate social media content creation and...
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FILO (First In Last Out)
This organization supports staff and volunteers who work on their congregation’s...
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Decision Decks
This collection of Decision Decks will challenge congregational leadership teams to think...
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Creating a Church Safety Plan
This article helps congregations think about and develop a safety plan. Author Philip...
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11 Step Church Security Checklist To Keep Your Church Safe
This article helps congregational leaders recognize the need for a security plan and serves...
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Creative Ways Your Church Can Save Energy and Reduce Emissions
This article helps congregations consider ways to address energy efficiency in their place...
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The African American Church House
In this TEDx Talk, Dr. Christopher Hunter, Ph.D., explores the importance that African...
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Religious Entities Under the Americans With Disabilities Act
This article explains when and how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to...
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A Short Guide to Groups: The Art of Leading Community
This book supports congregational leaders who want to start or grow small group ministry....
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Myanmar: Religion, Peace and Conflict Country Profile
This article helps congregational leaders understand the religious dimensions of society,...
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How Christians Can Help Refugees and Displaced People
This article, published by the Reformed Church Press, provides tangible ways that faith...
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We Choose Welcome: 2023 Action Guide
This article offers Presbyterian Church (USA) and ecumenical resources about welcoming...
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Soul Shop
This organization offers suicide prevention training specifically for faith-based leaders....
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Offering Hope and Healing After Suicide: Church Teachings and Ministries
This webinar helps congregations gain insight into grieving a death by suicide and offers...
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Suicide Prevention Competencies for Faith Leaders: Supporting Life Before, During, and After a...
This booklet helps congregational leaders identify the competencies that help them prevent...
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Understanding Hybrid Worship
This 60-minute podcast episode helps congregational leaders think and act on ideas about...
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Keeping Small Church Communications Simple
This blog post, from the Josh Givens Blog: Adventures in Church Communications, supports...
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Effective Communication through Art & Design
This video presentation focuses on the importance of art and design in church settings,...
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