September 5, 2023
Observation, interpretation and intervention are key to revitalizing our big downtown churches
Nearly 50 years ago, the authors of “What’s Ahead for Old First Church” examined the strengths and weaknesses of these anchor institutions. The lessons are surprisingly relevant today.
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Churches are exploring new ways to offer VBS amid volunteer shortages
Effective youth programs require training, a sense of mission and a willingness to adapt, one vacation Bible school expert says.
learn more about Churches are exploring new ways to offer VBS amid volunteer shortagesMay 30, 2023
Plants can teach clergy a lot about building networks
Gardens grow in ways that are mutually supportive and connected. That’s an underground lesson for pastors, writes the director of the Thriving in Ministry Coordination Program at Leadership Education at Duke Divinity.
learn more about Plants can teach clergy a lot about building networksApril 18, 2023
Why deep listening matters for congregations and disciples
Listening — really listening — is the first step for participants in a program to build relationships between people on university campuses and the congregations near them, writes the program director of The Vinery.
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