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Managing conflict constructively
Left to fester, conflict can lead church members to leave, finances to plummet, faith to be forever lost. It doesn’t have to be this way.
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The spiritual fruits of play
Play isn’t just for kids. It offers spiritual benefits for all ages, advocates say. Imagine Jesus as Jester.
More >Christian education programs vital to congregational health
Some churches are seeing a consumer mentality when it comes to religious education. The trend highlights the importance of preparing Christian educators for the future.
More >Sabbaticals help clergy reconnect, recharge
The 24/7 nature of ministry can lead to burnout. Thanks to programs like The Louisville Institute’s Sabbatical Grant for Pastoral Leaders, recipients are finding the time and money to recharge their spiritual batteries.
More >Beyond the worship wars; creative ideas for renewing church services
In moving traditional churches to embrace new forms of worship, experts say start small and be sure to communicate.
More >Transition into Ministry program helps new ministers flourish
Moving from seminary to first assignment at a congregation has always been a challenge, but it’s even more so today. Helping young graduates become confident, effective pastors is the goal of Transition into Ministry.
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Strategizing Ministry Maintenance in a Lean Economy::Anticipating that 2009 financial gifts would be reduced as... More > |
The Best Way to Raise Funds in Hard Economic Times::The Great Depression and the recession of the 1970s teach us that the longer a severe... More > |
Male Clergy in Economic Crisis::Although ministers may like to think of themselves as members of the professional middle class,... More > |
Christians, Culture and Power::Christians are very hesitant to talk about power, imagining power negatively as coercion. But... More > |
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Center for Congregations Developing Congregational Generosity
Tue, Sep 15, 2009A long-term learning program for southwest Indiana congregations to improve their capacity to talk about money in faithful ways. Wendy McCormick Email: wmccormick@centerforcongregations.org ... More >
National Clergy Renewal Grant Program Announced
Sat, Mar 13, 2010Lilly Endowment, an Indianapolis-based, private philanthropic foundation, seeks to strengthen Christian congregations by providing an opportunity for pastors to step ... More >
New Release - Global Songs For Worship CD
Sun, Mar 14, 2010Singing one another's songs is a powerful way for the international church family to express its unity in Christ. This ... More >
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Stepping up to Staffing and Supervision
This seminar is for the pastoral leader who is stepping up into a supervisory role for the first time. Participants ... More >
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