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Shift Ministry Models

Christian communities need to harness skills of agile leadership, stewardship, social entrepreneurism, and management to be nimble enough to respond to a changing cultural landscape.

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A Good Death: A Legacy of Hope and New Life

A Good Death: A Legacy of Hope and New Life

Ministry can continue after a church closes
The Upside of Having Part-Time Clergy

The Upside of Having Part-Time Clergy

Hiring part-time clergy can have many tangible benefits for congregations
It’s Your Time Now

It’s Your Time Now

Learning that God’s plans are different and better than your own.

4.45: Cultivating Leaders for the Mixed Ecology

Hosts Terri Elton, Dee Stokes, and Dwight Zscheile reflect on the past season.

4.44: How to Cultivate the Mixed Ecology in a Regional Church System with Calla Gilson

Terri Elton and Dee Stokes welcome Calla Gilson.

4.43: How to Get Started in the Mixed Ecology in a Local Church with Roz Picardo

Terri Elton and Dee Stokes welcome Dr. Rosario Picardo.

4.42: Rural Fresh Expressions with Kerri Meyer

Terri Elton and Dwight Zscheile welcome Rev. Kerri Meyer.

4.41: The Role of Church Planting in the Mixed Ecology with Wole Agbaje

Terri Elton and Dwight Zscheile welcome minister and leader of IMPRINT Church London, Wole Agbaje.

4.40: Introducing Dinner Church with JD Larson

Hosts Dr. Dee stokes and Dwight Zscheile welcome church planter of North City Church, JD Larson.
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Funding Ministry? We Got You!

Stewardship resources for annual campaigns can help you plan for success
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Types of Givers: Ideas for Engaging Different Donors

Four unique giving types make up most donor pools.
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Legacy Living Inspires Legacy Giving

A personal perspective and practice
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Stewardship In A Box

Impactful. Theologically-Grounded. Stewardship Resources.
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Missional Church: “Where is Our Beach?”

Where is God moving in our neighborhood, and how can we join in God’s work?
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Solidarity Economics and the Good Life

“We do better when we all do better.” -Paul Wellstone
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A Coaching Course for Clergy?

What is coaching, and how does it help faith leaders?
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Immigration and the Good Life: Where Everyone Has Enough

A good life means a fulfilling life for all people
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Funding Forward

Mission Driven, Sustainable Practices for Funding Ministry