David Anderson and Margarita Cabellon bring together an experienced team of practitioners to share best practices for multicultural ministry. Drawing on the pioneering expertise of Bridgeway Community Church and BridgeLeader Network, the contributors present a holistic and multifaceted portrait of what a dynamic, grace-filled and diverse ministry can look like in your church.
A collection of articles covering such subjects as the history, doctrine, and philosophy of multiple staff ministries, and some of the more practical concerns, such as communications and relationships.
Now is the time for the church to reclaim its role as a center of creativity. Among your members are artists and musicians whose gifts can enhance your worship, inform your theology and impact your community. Christian arts advocate J. Scott McElroy gives a comprehensive vision and manual for unleashing creativity in your congregation.
Church leaders understand that managing the day-to-day operations of a church can be challenging because of limited resources, managing volunteer labor, and supporting the needs of the congregation. Smart Church Management: A Quality Approach to Church Administration, Third Edition is an updated guide for managing the resources of a church - which is people, time and money. This book provides tools and examples for decision making and problem-solving for church administration that is easy to understand and more importantly, quick to implement! This book also includes discussion questions to provoke thought and discussion for church teams. This book is ideal for ministry students, church boards, church leadership and church administrators.
"This invaluable resource covers virtually every aspect of church administration. It is for black churches of ANY denomination and ANY size, and is sure to provide guidance for new or established pastors. A sample constitution, budget, and mission statement are included."--BOOK JACKET.
'Knowing this first that no prophecy of the scripture is of any private interpretation. For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost'. 2 Peter 1:20-21 (KJV).Handbook for Church Workers is a simple, easy-to-read, practical manual that can be used for group or self-training of Church workers. There are twelve separate lessons that covers different aspect of Christian service. It will give you a very strong foundation and broad perspective of all related issues in ministry. The greatest work of the Lord is in a man, and not through the man! This manual will expose aspects of your life that the Lord still need to work on before releasing you fully to work in the life of other men. It is from the series of materials developed by the author to improve the quality of ministries and Church volunteers around the world. Other titles in the series include; "Handbook for Ministers" and "Handbook for Pastors". You will never remain the same again after reading this book!Once you are through with reading, please pass it on to others. Be a blessing!