Resources

Grover Park Baptist Church: A Thread of Hope

At auction, the quilts go for hundreds or even thousands of dollars that directly help women and children in need, providing funds for baby and maternity items at the pregnancy resource center.

10 Ways to Safeguard Your Church in the Digital Age

In an increasingly digital world, faith-based organizations and ministries of all sizes must prioritize cybersecurity to safeguard sensitive data, financial records and personal information.

James N. Sells: The Best Books on Church Care

People in pain do not live in the “post-Christian era.” They go to church for help.

The Preacher’s Pain

Excerpted from 'Preaching to People in Pain' (Baker Academic)

Research: Moralistic Therapeutic Deism on the Rise

According to new research from the Cultural Research Center, although 3 out of 4 people (74%) who lean substantially on MTD for life guidance consider themselves to be Christians, numerous beliefs held by MTD-reliant adults conflict with biblical teaching.

3 Encouragements for When Your Heart Is Broken

Excerpted from 'Either Way, We'll Be All Right'

Eric Tonjes: Either Way, We’ll Be All Right

An Honest Exploration of God in Our Grief (NavPress)

5 Designated Giving Mistakes That Get Churches in Trouble

Don't let what's meant to be a blessing harm your church.

Richard Stearns: The Case for Values-Driven Leadership

"Most of the things you are likely to achieve in your career are not going to be impressive to God. God is impressed with your character, with your faithfulness."

Research: How the Pandemic Changed Churchgoers’ Discipleship Habits

Churchgoers were less likely to be involved in small groups during the pandemic, but many added some digital and individual activities to their discipleship routines.

Lance Ford, Rob Wegner & Alan Hirsch: The Starfish and the Spirit

Unleashing the Leadership Potential of Churches and Organizations (Zondervan)