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Renewal & Vitality

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Sacred practices for distracted minds 

Posted on March 2, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

Distraction is a spiritual dilemma. How do we train our minds on God?

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Pathways to congregational resilience 

Posted on February 2, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

In a recent survey, one-third of congregations reported that they’re thriving

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How are you holding up?

Posted on October 27, 2025 by Prince R. Rivers

The work is infinite; you are not. Admitting this isn’t failure.

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Integrating work and rest

Posted on July 28, 2025 by Prince R. Rivers

How can we weave rest more fully into our daily work?

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The purpose of a purpose

Posted on July 7, 2025 by Prince R. Rivers

Having a sense of purpose enables us to thrive under unfavorable conditions.

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New purposes for old buildings

Posted on June 16, 2025 by Prince R. Rivers

To relocate or repurpose? As buildings age, congregations must discern how to move forward.

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Be still and know

Posted on May 12, 2025 by Prince R. Rivers

Being still isn’t just nice to do; it’s crucial to faithful leadership.

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Joy: a faithful act in a fractured world 

Posted on May 5, 2025 by Prince R. Rivers

In Scripture, joy comes not in the absence of struggle, but during it.

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What kind of help do you need?

Posted on April 14, 2025 by Prince R. Rivers

Is it time for your congregation to ask for help?

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Find a rhythm for work and rest

Posted on March 17, 2025 by Prince R. Rivers

Does the frenetic pace of our work destroy the good we are doing?

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Integrity, mission & morale: How to rehabilitate in the midst of pandemics

My colleague Dave Odom recently wrote that, to begin the process of rehabilitating from the past year, congregations and other organizations need a plan that attends to integrity, mission and morale. In this Weekly, we explore those three focal points of…

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