McKenzie Scott Lewis is the director of the Center's northwest office in Crown Point and serves congregations in the northwest portion of the state. A Baptist minister, writer and educator, McKenzie brings energy and experience to engage listeners from all walks of life.
McKenzie Scott Lewis, the northwest director of the Center for Congregations talks with Ben and Matt about the challenges and opportunities faced by congregations in seeking to...
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Black and Latino Startup Churches Work to Stay Afloat During Pandemic
This article highlights congregations of color that revolutionized urban ministry during the...
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The Witness: A Black Christian Collective
Drawing on the expansive Black Church tradition, this collective connects personal faith and...
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The Front Porch
This website convenes conversations about theology and biblical faithfulness in African...
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The Womanist Preacher: Proclaiming Womanist Rhetoric from the Pulpit
This book analyzes sermons to explore how preaching makes womanist thought viable in the...
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10 Ways Hispanics are Redefining American Catholicism in the 21st Century
Learn about the changing demographics of the American Catholic Church and how it might impact...
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It's Lonely Being a Liberal Asian-American Christian
This article explores the intersection of Asian-American culture and Christianity, why many...
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Christians and Racial Justice: A Discussion Guide
This four-part guide educates about the original sin of America - racism - and invites...
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Self-Care in Times of Social Tension
This pastoral letter provides hope and self-care ideas for when the trauma of racism becomes...
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Jesus and the Disinherited
As we struggle today with poverty, racism, and spiritual disengagement, this book is a...
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Part-Time is Plenty: Thriving without Full-Time Clergy
This book explores how to run effective ministries with lay leaders and a half- or...
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Becoming an Anti-racist Church: Journeying Toward Wholeness
This powerful book explains racism in the American church and outlines practical strategies to...
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Susan Woods Nonprofit Solutions
This consulting firm teaches about grant writing, starting a nonprofit, and getting a...
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Voices of Young People Podcast
Produced by Springtide Research Institute, these podcasts listen directly to young people as...
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State of Religion & Young People 2021: Navigating Uncertainty
Springtide's annual report is a critical resource to understand how young people think about...
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Pastor's Anniversary: Cultural Resources
This article highlights Black pastoral leadership with historical traditions and ideas to...
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Pastor Appreciation During Coronavirus
This membership website has sample letters and templates to honor pastors during COVID-19.
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