Small Strong Congregations
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Small Strong Congregations
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Author : Kennon L. Callahan
language : en
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
Release Date : 2012-12-04
Small Strong Congregations written by Kennon L. Callahan and has been published by Jossey-Bass this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-12-04 with Religion categories.
Create a small, strong congregation that is dedicated to advancing God's mission The twenty-first century is the century of small, strong congregations. More people will be drawn to small, strong congregations than any other kind of congregation. Yes, there are mega-congregations; Their number is increasing greatly. Nevertheless, across the planet, the vast majority of congregations will be small and strong, and the vast majority of people will be in these congregations. With uncommon wisdom Kennon L. Callahan--today's most noted church consultant--moves ahead of conventional thinking and in Small, Strong Congregations offers his unique vision of the church of the future. This important book chronicles the emergence of a vast number of congregations that are questioning the bigger-is-better notion in church membership. These congregations are deliberately small, active, and happy in their dedication to creating strong church communities that advance God's mission. Step by step, Kennon Callahan shows pastors and other church leaders how they can develop the values and specific qualities helpful to shape and strengthen their own small congregations.Written to be a hands-on guide, Small, Strong Congregations offers practical suggestions for creating mission and service, compassion and shepherding, community and belonging, self-reliance and self-sufficiency, worship and hope, teams and leaders, space and facilities, and giving and generosity. This wise resource is filled with illustrative examples that show clearly how myriad small churches have created solid, vigorous congregations.
Small Strong Congregations
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Author : Callahan
language : en
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
Release Date : 2000-09-01
Small Strong Congregations written by Callahan and has been published by Jossey-Bass this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000-09-01 with categories.
Small Church Essentials
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Author : Karl Vaters
language : en
Publisher: Moody Publishers
Release Date : 2018-03-06
Small Church Essentials written by Karl Vaters and has been published by Moody Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-03-06 with Religion categories.
Do you lead a small church? Big churches get all the love. Articles, books, conferences—they mostly feature leaders of large congregations. Yet big churches are a small part of the ecclesial landscape. In fact, more than 90 percent of churches have fewer than 200 people. That means small churches play a big part in what God is doing. Small Church Essentials is for leaders of these smaller congregations. It encourages them to steward their role well, debunking myths about small churches while offering principles for leading a dynamic, healthy small church. Based on the popular six-hour lecture that Karl Vaters delivers to church leaders across the country, Small Church Essentials will affirm small church leaders and show them how to identify what they do well, and how to do it even better. Readers will: Be assured that leading a small congregation does not make them ministry failures Come away inspired to lead with passion, regardless the size of their church Have field-tested principles for leading a church in their context Possess new metrics for biblically measuring vitality in small churches Have a toolkit of resources to use in their everyday ministry Karl Vaters has been a small church pastor for 30 years, is the author of The Grasshopper Myth: Big Churches, Small Churches, and the Small Thinking that Divides Us (2013), and travels extensively to churches and conferences to speak about leading a small church well. If you are pastoring a small church, this book will be a breath of fresh air. It will affirm your calling while giving you fresh tools to help you lead. It will help you: Stop believing lies about small churches Lead your church to fulfill the role only small churches can Understand your congregation’s strengths and weaknesses Turn around a dying or unhealthy church Identify good trends and bad in church and culture
The Future That Has Come
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Author : Kennon L. Callahan
language : en
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
Release Date : 2002-01-21
The Future That Has Come written by Kennon L. Callahan and has been published by Jossey-Bass this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002-01-21 with Religion categories.
In The Future That Has Come, Kennon L. Callahan confirms the seven major paradigm shifts that have happened in recent years and the new possibilities that are now open for local congregations. He confirms that the future of the Christian Movement is in reaching and growing the grassroots vast movement of grassroots groupings that are consciously, actively, and happily strong in their dedication to advancing God's mission. Throughout this book, Dr. Callahan discusses the distinctive qualities of the grassroots movement, confirms the motivations that genuinely reach people, explores the new world-view that has emerged, examines the cultural shift to an excellent sprinter culture, and shares the nature of mission for our time. He offers practical suggestions for growing the grassroots and shares possibilities for growing creativity and objectives, and building a focus on the whole of life. In the midst of these helpful suggestions, he discusses the future of congregations, and much more. This wise book offers clear insights on the rich possibilities for the present and the future and encourages grassroots persons to develop a healthy, constructive approach to their mission together
Small On Purpose
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Author : Lewis A. Parks
language : en
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Release Date : 2017-05-16
Small On Purpose written by Lewis A. Parks and has been published by Abingdon Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-05-16 with Religion categories.
Small on Purpose: Life in a Significant Church is a joyful and honest look at the kingdom-enriching characteristics of small congregations. Lewis Parks demonstrates how to see and build upon those strengths. His premise is not better/worse. Instead, Parks shows us how life in a small congregation is profoundly significant and the important role these churches play. This book includes clear instructions on how leaders can streamline ministry to maximize the unique and powerful contributions small churches make in their communities. This book is inspiring and practical, a refreshing point of view for the church and church leaders. “Small on Purpose reimagines what it means to be a congregation of ninety, sixty, or thirty by not focusing on size. I especially appreciate Lewis Parks’s attention to why ‘soul care’ is critical for congregations under 150 as a means of discipleship and outreach. Parks sees soul care as a countercultural act that creates meaning for many who are seeking family-like relationships. This book challenges all congregations to take seriously the small things they are doing—like soul care—as a compelling way to move into the future.” —F. Douglas Powe Jr., Managing Director for The Institute for Community Engagement, Wesley Theological Seminary, Washington DC; author of New Wine, New Wineskins and Not Safe for Church from Abingdon Press “Lewis Parks writes with pitch-perfect tone about the life of small churches. He appeals to the experience of smaller congregations as gathering places of worship and service. There he sees signs of the Spirit moving, of tradition revivified through song and word, of pastoral care shared across a congregation. Above all, he offers transformative words and perspectives with which small churches can claim their distinctive witness.” —Thomas Edward Frank, University Professor and Chair of the Department of History, Wake Forest College, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC “In a time when the culture is becoming more and more individualistic, Lew Parks strikes a chord for the great value of the gathered community of faith that is strengthened week by week through their faithfulness to the gospel and to one another. Gather in your small church and read this together. Your life and your community will be enriched.” —Bill McAlilly, Bishop, Nashville Area Episcopal Office, The United Methodist Church
Grow A Strong Church Using Small Groups
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Author : James Allan Wells
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1996
Grow A Strong Church Using Small Groups written by James Allan Wells and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with Bible categories.
Twelve Keys To An Effective Church
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Author : Kennon L. Callahan
language : en
Publisher: Harper San Francisco
Release Date : 1983
Twelve Keys To An Effective Church written by Kennon L. Callahan and has been published by Harper San Francisco this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1983 with Religion categories.
Tested with thousands of users, this in-depth study guide discusses new and useful ways to interpret and work through Twelve Keys to an Effective Church. It also discusses the key principles outlined in Twelve Keys and their biblical connections. TIMING: Purchase one book for each member of your planning group
5 Keys For Church Leaders
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Author : Kevin Martin
language : en
Publisher: Church Publishing, Inc.
Release Date : 2006-03
5 Keys For Church Leaders written by Kevin Martin and has been published by Church Publishing, Inc. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-03 with Religion categories.
In this valuable church leadership resource, Kevin Martin examines the five aspects of congregational life that are key to the development and growth of a strong congregation. Based on the author's popular church growth seminar, The Five Critical Systems, the five keys to congregational growth are: Build the Team Keep Healthy Pay Attention to Generations Open the Front Door, Close the Back Door (keep your original members as you gain new members) Raise the Stewardship Level Five Keys for Church Leaders distinguishes itself from other such resources with a focus on the "systems" of congregational life rather than the "programs" of congregational life.
In The Shadow Of The Steeple
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Author : Gene Williams
language : en
Publisher: Beacon Hill Press
Release Date : 2005
In The Shadow Of The Steeple written by Gene Williams and has been published by Beacon Hill Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Religion categories.
In the Shadow of the Steeple offers pastors encouragement and hope, reminding them of their ultimate purpose - to share Christ's love with the world...
Tribal Church
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Author : Steve Stroope
language : en
Publisher: B&H Publishing Group
Release Date : 2012-01-15
Tribal Church written by Steve Stroope and has been published by B&H Publishing Group this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-01-15 with Religion categories.
God’s biggest assignments have always been entrusted to those leading a small tribe. From the twelve families of Israel to early Christians who met in one another’s homes, great leaders begin by serving a core group of people who ripple outward for ever-extending social and spiritual impact. They go big by leading small. Today, leaders don’t fail because they lack vision. They fail because they neglect their tribe. It could be a father losing sight of his family, a lead pastor failing to leverage the strengths of his staff, or a small group coordinator ignoring a tiny but important process. Tribal Church helps pastors recognize the potential and power of various tribes within their congregations—one family, a network of small groups, maybe an entire age group—and then recalibrate ministry efforts to maximize the impact of each. Steve Stroope has spent three decades mastering the art of leading small in a church that has multiplied from dozens to over ten thousand. He explains why big impact does not come from any sort of mega-church ambition. It rather comes by attending to the little details and the smallest tribes. Endorsements: "Steve Stroope has done us a favor by collecting three decades of experience into one book. One glance at the manuscript and I thought of a dozen uses for it. First, it will strengthen my leadership skills. I can envision our leadership team reading it as a group. Seminaries should tap into its wisdom. Thank you, Steve, for living out an example of godly leadership." Max Lucado, pastor and best-selling author "Steve Stroope is one of the finest pastor-leaders of our generation. In his candid look at Lake Pointe Church's first 30 years, Steve shares helpful insight, wisdom, and practical experience that can help churches become more fruitful in fulfilling Christ's Great Commission. With a heart for local and global missions, Steve has modeled leadership methods that have been tested in the modern church world and can be great tools for equipping leaders in the days ahead." Bryant Wright, senior pastor, Johnson Ferry Baptist Church of Marietta, GA, and president of the Southern Baptist Convention "Steve Stroope is one of the most quietly influential voices in the growth and robustness of American Christianity. He is a collector of good ideas, what he calls 'little things,' the small but essential acts that cumulatively demonstrate the character of Christ in American church leadership. This book is by a leader I admire." Bob Buford, founder of Leadership Network and author of Halftime and Finishing Well "I've known Steve for 15 years and he's the real deal. His life and leadership inspires me and so does the tribe of Lake Pointe Church. The straightforward, practical wisdom in this book will recalibrate any leader and any church at any stage of the game." Bill Hybels, senior pastor, Willow Creek Community Church "Steve Stroope is more than knowledgeable about leadership and ministry. He is wise. He leads with strategic skill, discernment, and intuition. Every conversation with Steve has marked me and impacted my ministry; therefore, I am eager to read anything he writes." Eric Geiger, acting vice president, Church Resources Division, Lifeway Christian Resources "Steve Stroope is the wisest and most effective pastor I know! This book is a treasure chest of godly wisdom for church leaders. Steve gives us an inside look at the actual tools and methods he's used to lead Lake Pointe from a handful of people to a thriving and healthy multi-site church of thousands. Every pastor needs this book in their library." Nelson Searcy, lead pastor, The Journey Church