Resources

This article provides congregations with information on emergency operations planning for potential threats and hazards they may face. The...

This Sabbatical Guide from Soul Shepherding supports clergy leaders and their congregations as pastors consider and prepare for a sabbatical....

This book provides pastors, finance administrators, lay leaders, and stewardship committees with a comprehensive guide to managing...

"Innovate Faith: Strategies to Future-Proof Your Congregation" is a comprehensive guide designed for church leaders and congregations looking...

This resource lays out the seven lifecycle phases of a congregation, beginning with "Launch" and ending with "Life Support." It also provides...

This book supports congregations starting or revamping a church security program by looking deeper into governance and accountability to...

This resource offers tools and practical applications for ministry to embrace healthy boundaries, clarifying "where I end and you begin" to help...

This resource asks congregations to assess their needs and explore alternatives before devoting resources to building a new facility.

A significant challenge to congregational leaders is preparing for what comes next in terms of leadership within their organization. This...

This book presents the meaning of church vitality in a new light, and begins a conversation about what it means for a church to be effective...