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Countercultural: Subversive Resistance and the Neighborhood Congregation

Posted on May 25, 2023 by Emily Lund

Instead of trying to improve what is already known, this book will provide a way for congregations to thrive and fulfill their purpose by being countercultural.

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Reconnect with ministry volunteers

Posted on May 1, 2023 by Emily Lund

Here are a few things to keep in mind when you’re reconnecting with volunteers.

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Go beyond the sanctuary

Posted on April 17, 2023 by Emily Lund

What do you know about the needs of your city?

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Climate Church, Climate World: How People of Faith Must Work for Change

Posted on March 23, 2023 by Emily Lund

Antal proposes how people of faith can embrace new approaches to worship, preaching, witnessing, and other spiritual practices that honor creation and cultivate hope.

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Who is your neighbor?

Posted on November 21, 2022 by Emily Lund

Tending to the relationships in our neighborhoods is central to living out the gospel.

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Reengaging ministry volunteers

Posted on October 17, 2022 by Emily Lund

How do we help potential volunteers know what’s at stake when they give their time, talent and treasure?

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Churches should act more like philanthropies

Posted on August 22, 2022 by Emily Lund

How can we do more than just react to urgent needs?

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Is your ministry prophetic?

Posted on July 11, 2022 by Emily Lund

What does prophetic ministry look like today?

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Food insecurity, faith and God’s abundance

Posted on June 13, 2022 by Emily Lund

Congregations have a role to play in relieving food insecurity.

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What should your church do after a mass shooting?

Posted on May 31, 2022 by Emily Lund

What is the church supposed to say? What is the church called to do?

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Intergenerational ministry is countercultural 

Doing intergenerational ministry well requires that those with power and positions practice radical hospitality to make room for the voices and visions that are not being heard or acknowledged.

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