April, 2009 Where are we going with Transformation? This is a question I have been receiving a lot lately. With the majority of our churches already in decline, this current financial crisis has thrown them into even deeper problems. Many … Continue reading
Evangelism Connections is an ecumenical website that explores all things evangelism-oriented. This is a great resource for finding and sharing ideas about mission, hospitality, evangelism, and all other related issues. (from the website) ” Evangelism Connections is an ecumenical partnership … Continue reading
Another good website that explores the intersection of Gospel and culture. (from the website) “The Gospel and Our Culture [is a] network to provide useful research regarding the encounter between the gospel and our culture, and to encourage local action … Continue reading
Of the many components of growing God’s church “deep and wide,” the growth and preservation of God’s creation is no less important. In honor of the upcoming Earth Day (April 22), here are some links to some environmental justice resources … Continue reading
Rev. Marcia Clark Myers, Director of Vocation for the PC(USA), recently gave a presentation on the challenges facing leaders in the PC(USA) that has generated a lot of Twitter traffic and internet “buzz.” We here at PresbyGrow encourage all of … Continue reading
If you are a fan of the the Ooze, then you will probably like the e-magazine, Next Wave. Next Wave features articles which focus on culture, the emerging church, church planting and post-modernism. You can also find links to books … Continue reading
How does your garden grow? Many churches are embracing “garden ministry” as a way to reach-out to the community. In this interview, posted at the Sojourners blog, Louisville resident Stephen Bartlett discusses how his garden at Crescent Hill Presbyterian Church … Continue reading
“There must be 50 ways…” …to equip and strengthen your congregation. The Lewis Center for Church Leadership, based out of Wesley Theological Seminary, has numerous articles and resources available for download. I recommend looking at their “Resources for Strengthening Congregations” … Continue reading
“Location, Location, Location!” has been the ruling mantra of the real estate industry. Does the same philosophy apply to congregations? The cover story of the March issue of Presbyterians Today explains how congregations can minister to their local context, regardless … Continue reading
One of the biggest requests our office receives is for information on how to assess one’s spiritual gifts. Thankfully, in this age of internet expediency, there are multiple online assessments that can quickly identify areas in which you may be … Continue reading