The Vibrant Church


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Vibrant Church


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The winds of change are blowing. In this time of massive political and social upheaval, many people are questioning the relevance or established institutions like the church. At the same time, others are looking to the church in hopes that it holds the life-changing answers they desperately need.




The Vibrant Church


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This workbook is designed to accompany Stan Toler’s seminar ’The Vibrant Church.’ Organizations who are hosting this seminar can call our toll-free order number (1-800-877-0700) for information about quantity discounts.




Church of the Wild


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2024 Nautilus Book Awards Silver Winner in "Religion / Spirituality of Western Thought" CategoryWinner of the Living Now Book Award, Church of the Wild reminds us that once upon a time, humans lived in an intimate relationship with nature. Whether disillusioned by the dominant church or unfulfilled by traditional expressions of faith, many of us long for a deeper spirituality. Victoria Loorz certainly did. Coping with an unraveling vocation, identity, and planet, Loorz turned to the wanderings of spiritual leaders and the sanctuary of the natural world, eventually cofounding the Wild Church Network and Seminary of the Wild. With an ecospiritual lens on biblical narratives and a fresh look at a community larger than our own species, Church of the Wild uncovers the wild roots of faith and helps us deepen our commitment to a suffering earth by falling in love with it--and calling it church. Through mystical encounters with wild deer, whispers from a scrubby oak tree, wordless conversation with a cougar, and more, Loorz helps us connect to a love that literally holds the world together--a love that calls us into communion with all creatures.




Rise


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Every church has a next step for spiritual growth. Is your congregation engaged in an on-fire relationship with Jesus and His work in the world? For ten years, REVEAL research has been the gold standard for measuring spiritual vitality based on its unprecedented database of 500,000 congregants attending 1,800 diverse churches across America. Now in Rise, REVEAL researchers offer new comprehensive data--and encouragement from churches in the trenches--to help church leaders gain clear and practical insights about strategic pathways that will enable spiritual growth. A must-read for pastors, lay leaders, and anyone wanting to help their church cultivate tangible spiritual growth, Rise offers research-based evidence that shows all churches fall into one of eight "archetypes." Rise will help leaders: Identify which archetype fits their church. Create spiritual-growth strategies based on real-life case studies. Implement sound strategies with insights on what works best for churches in the same archetype. God calls the church to vibrant relationship and kingdom work. If you desire to see your church answer His call with renewed passion, join with thousands of other churches and Rise.




5 Keys for Church Leaders


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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.




Simple Church


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Now in paperback, this multi-awarded national best seller shares a clear message from case studies of 400 North American congregations: church is done best when it's kept simple.




The Practices of a Healthy Church


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Veteran church statesman Donald J. MacNair draws on decades of hands-on experience to answer that question. He gives us both timeless principles and fresh insight into the priorities, practices, and strategies of vibrant, ministering churches.




Speaking of God


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Many mainline churches today have members (both laity and clergy) who find it a problem to speak face-to-face about God. This creative book offers a theological foundation, practical suggestions, and a positive model for sharing faith. Ben Campbell Johnson combines evangelism and spiritual guidance in order to provide a fresh image and a new style of faith sharing. He gives a model of spiritual direction that offers a positive, attractive way of doing face-to-face evangelical work.




The Vibrant Church


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Help your church reach its potential to become a beacon in your community, a model of all that God has called the church to be. The Vibrant Church provides guidance for pastors and key lay leaders, teaching you how to make your church healthy in all areas of church life. You'll learn to: -Write a specific vision for your church -Improve your leadership skills -Establish a strategic plan for the future -Build the ministry team -Grow a dynamic outreach ministry -Disciple fully devoted followers of Christ -Create an environment of genuine love and concern -Develop meaningful worship -Train faithful stewards of money and time