A new book from Rowman & Littlefield invites church leaders and observers of American congregational life to recognize and further explore the breadth and depth of Latino Protestant diversity.
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Carol Pinkham Oak: Spiritual Leadership for Leaving Well
Leaving a congregation well is an act of spiritual leadership, writes the founder of The Network for Spiritual Leaders
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Three Urgent Leadership Questions for Thriving in a Connected World
Authors Hayim Herring and Terri Martinson Elton reflect on three questions that emerged in their research that organizations must ask to navigate this era.
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Thomas Kirkpatrick: Communication in the Church — Creating Healthier Relationships
In a new book from Alban, Thomas Kirkpatrick provides resources to help congregations improve their communication and foster healthier relationships.
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Bruce Epperly: Encouraging Lay Theology
A pastor reflects on the success of his church’s ministries of Christian education and formation
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Peter Coutts: Encouraging Attitude Change in the Congregation
Changing congregational attitudes can be an essential leadership responsibility, writes an Alban author
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Judy Urban: Bringing New Life to Your Congregation
Many congregations are struggling to keep existing members and attract new ones. Today’s faith communities are reexamining everything in an effort to more fully engage existing members and draw in potential new members. The understanding is growing that congregational leaders…
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R. Mark King: Using an Oft-Neglected Asset to Fund Ministry
An executive pastor describes how church land can be a source of ministry funding
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Lisa G. Fischbeck: A Place at the Table?
A priest asks what role the church might play in social enterprises
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Dan Wunderlich: Steve Spurrier and Communicating ‘On the Record’
As more and more of our communication becomes digital, the reality is that there is no such thing as “off the record” in church communication, writes a United Methodist pastor and communications consultant.
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