Resources

Gene Appel: Do Less Ministry; Reach More People

None of the programs at our church were bad in and of themselves. The volume of it just prevented us from being focused on building relationships with those who are far from God. So, we had to do less ministry to reach more people. It sounds funny, but people had to be trained in how to do life with nonbelievers or people spiritually disinterested.

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.

Know What You’re FOR

A Growth Strategy for Work, an even Better Strategy for Life

How to Turn Guests Into Fans

Make it your goal for each member of your staff to wow one person each day.

Does Church Membership Matter?

An elevator pitch for church membership

Melissa Rogers: Faith in American Public Life

Exploring the role of religion in the public square.

Religion and Government

Where does faith fit in American public policy?

Christian Civility and Politics

Many evangelicals by belief say they give others the benefit of the doubt but are frequently assumed to be attacking those with whom they disagree.

Anne Marie Miller: Healing Together

A Guide to Supporting Sexual Abuse Survivors

Responding to Childhood Sexual Abuse in a Church Setting

Reporting is an essential step we must take whenever childhood sexual abuse comes to light.