Solving the Missing Member Puzzle
Solving the Missing Member Puzzle

Author: Arlon K. Stubbe

Publisher: CSS Publishing

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 159

ISBN-13: 0788023527

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Something is wrong. People are going missing, right in front of your eyes! One minute they are staring back at you from their favorite pew, the next Sunday you are looking at an empty spot in that pew. Is there a way to determine ahead of time which members are the likely "religious dropouts"? Often the clues are clearly visible -- but can you recognize them? What's more, do you know what you can do now to keep your "missing members" from drifting away? The secret lies in knowing and understanding the attitudes and belief systems that people hold, because certain sets of attitudes are linked to inactivity. A detailed examination of this distressingly common experience, Solving The Missing Member Puzzle can help you spot potential dropouts in advance, learn the reasons why they become inactive, and counteract the process with a proactive strategy for reaching them while they are still within your grasp. Based on "blind" interviews with individuals from ten different congregations, it reveals the underlying attitudes and belief systems that encourage or discourage dropping out of church. Solving The Missing Member Puzzle is a valuable tool for leaders of any church or organization -- it shows how you can develop more faithful members, and assists in their growth, participation, and retention. Don't wait until people drop out before you take action. Learn ways to anticipate which members of your congregation might become inactive and the preventive measures that you can take to help keep them in the pews. Arlon K. Stubbe is the pastor of Christ Lutheran Church in Sharon, Pennsylvania. He previously served parishes in Michigan. He is also the author of Shaping the Word (LPTC Publishing). He is a graduate of Carthage College and the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago.

Basic Business Principles for Growing Churches
Basic Business Principles for Growing Churches

Author: Arnold Cirtin

Publisher: CSS Publishing

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 79

ISBN-13: 0788024159

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Pastors are schooled in theology and ministry, but few receive training in the fine points of church administration. Learning how to handle a congregation's finances "on the job" can be a harrowing experience. Yet efficiently managing your church's business affairs is a key element in keeping current members satisfied with their pastoral leadership -- and in attracting the new members you need for your church to grow in size and influence. In Basic Business Principles For Growing Churches, Arnold Cirtin shares expertise gained from more than four decades of corporate and academic experience. He provides a clear and helpful primer for pastors with limited training in business administration on such practical topics as accounting, fiscal management, and marketing. This is an indispensable book for pastors of small- and medium-sized churches (who typically are also their congregations' principal financial officers), as well as for church treasurers, trustees, and other financial board members. When you follow the guidelines in Basic Business Principles For Growing Churches, your church will be fiscally responsible, managed efficiently, and able to maximize its growing stewardship of God's resources. Arnold Cirtin is professor emeritus of accounting at Ball State University, and is a certified public accountant (CPA) in the states of Indiana and California. Cirtin is the author of Principles of Accounting Study Guide, as well as numerous articles in professional journals.

Puzzles and Ways to Solve
Puzzles and Ways to Solve

Author: Mukesh Patel

Publisher: Educreation Publishing

Published: 2019-01-30

Total Pages: 73

ISBN-13:

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The Book Contains Challenging Puzzles and Various Methods to Solve Puzzles.

Group Communication
Group Communication

Author: Torsten Reimer

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2023-11-30

Total Pages: 388

ISBN-13: 1000997979

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In this comprehensive, advanced introduction to group communication, the field’s leading experts summarize theory, methodological advancements, and current research in the field. This book follows a coherent structure specifying clear objectives and evidence-based practical implications for the management of groups. Each chapter provides case study examples highlighting the role of communication for group functioning. The textbook takes a particular look at recent advancements in the research on virtual teams, the role of technology in group communication, and issues of diversity and inclusion, considering group communication in various situations including health and organizational contexts. It features theory-driven descriptions, an emphasis on empirical findings, and reflections on research methods. The book is an integrative and coherent textbook for advanced undergraduate and graduate group communication classes and a useful reference for students, scholars, and group communication professionals across different disciplines including communication studies, psychology, life sciences, business administration, management, and engineering. Online resources include a sample course syllabus, discussion questions, lecture slides, and a test-bank. They are available at www.routledge.com/9781032114712

Puzzles, Paradoxes, and Problem Solving
Puzzles, Paradoxes, and Problem Solving

Author: Marilyn A. Reba

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2014-12-15

Total Pages: 605

ISBN-13: 1482297930

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A Classroom-Tested, Alternative Approach to Teaching Math for Liberal Arts Puzzles, Paradoxes, and Problem Solving: An Introduction to Mathematical Thinking uses puzzles and paradoxes to introduce basic principles of mathematical thought. The text is designed for students in liberal arts mathematics courses. Decision-making situations that progress

Whodunit Puzzles: Summon Your Inner Sleuth to Solve 10 Cozy Mysteries
Whodunit Puzzles: Summon Your Inner Sleuth to Solve 10 Cozy Mysteries

Author: Gareth Moore

Publisher: The Countryman Press

Published: 2024-09-17

Total Pages: 214

ISBN-13: 1682689360

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Complete more than 80 brainteasers to deduce whodunit in this fiendishly fun collection inspired by the work of Agatha Christie. Mischief is afoot, but you can stop it by solving this townful of mysteries. Agnes Whitstable, renowned amateur detective in the sleepy village of Bishop’s End, guides you through ten of her most intriguing cases: murders, thefts, and forgeries, encountering plenty of shady characters along the way. Each chapter contains a crime to solve, and each puzzle reveals a clue to crack the crime. All kinds of puzzles—from ciphers, cryptograms, and mazes to spot-the-difference, sudoku, and word searches—will challenge your wits, so put the kettle on and sharpen a pencil and your powers of observation. As with any good mystery, some people and locations appear more than once, offering details that may come in handy for later cases, and Detective Reports will put your memory to the test. If you encounter a red herring or hit a dead end, the puzzle key at the back has all the answers.

The GCHQ Puzzle Book II
The GCHQ Puzzle Book II

Author: GCHQ

Publisher: Penguin UK

Published: 2018-10-18

Total Pages: 388

ISBN-13: 0241365457

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Train your brain with these fiendishly difficult puzzles, the perfect companion for anyone wanting to keep their mind busy 'Fiendishly tricky' Daily Mail With their first bestselling book, The GCHQ Puzzle Book, the UK's intelligence and security experts tested us with puzzles, codes and real-life entrance tests from their archives. Now, they are back with a NEW collection of head-scratching, mind-boggling and brain-bending puzzles that will leave you pondering for hours. For those who often found themselves stumped with the first book, The GCHQ Puzzle Book 2 offers even more starter puzzles to get those brains warmed up. Puzzle aficionados needn't worry though, as there is also an 'Even Harder' section to test everyone to their limits . . . Not only that, but in celebration of GCHQ's centenary, the puzzles in this new book sit alongside stories, facts and photos from the organisation's first 100 years at the heart of the nation's security. From the Government Code & Cipher School, to Bletchley Park, through to protecting against cyberattacks, the security of our country is in the hands of GCHQ. With this book, you get exclusive snapshots into the organisation that keeps us all safe. Train your brain to compete with the smartest in the country with this stimulating book of puzzles. If you haven't yet tested yourself with the first instalment of The GCHQ Puzzle Book, check it out now! 'This is the perfect gift to fuel his ludicrous presumption that he could have definitely been a spy - even better if he's already dog-eared the first version' Huffington Post

Sit and Solve Commuter Anagram Puzzles
Sit and Solve Commuter Anagram Puzzles

Author: Darren Rigby

Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

Published: 2005-08

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9781402725425

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The blockbuster Sit & Solve series spins off to the delight of puzzle lovers on the go. Just like the originals, these portable collections feature the highest-quality brainteasers compiled by the top creators--such as Matt Gaffney, the author of dozens of puzzle books. And with these eye-catching shapes--including a coffee cup, subway, bus, and bagel--a trip to the office will never be the same.

Murder Most Puzzling
Murder Most Puzzling

Author: Stephanie von Reiswitz

Publisher: Chronicle Books

Published: 2020-08-25

Total Pages: 103

ISBN-13: 1452171637

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Murder Most Puzzling is a gorgeous and witty book that invites readers to play detective and solve a series of absorbing, murder-mystery-themed puzzles. Readers are cast as the faithful sidekick to amateur sleuth Medea Thorne in order to solve 20 puzzling cases. Meet a cast of colorful characters—from ghost hunter extraordinaire Augustin Artaud, to Leonard Fanshawe, a competitor in the Annual Perfect Pickled Foods Festival. • A witty riff on the classic whodunit that brings out everyone's inner detective • Each mystery is sumptuously illustrated. • The mysteries require different deductive tactics, making them a good brain exercise A body in the topiary garden, a death at a clairvoyants' convention, and the mysterious accident of the boating lake—prepare for a whirlwind adventure, laced with humor and a dash of the macabre. This book will delight fans of Agatha Christie, Arthur Conan Doyle, and Edward Gorey. • This is a collection of darkly humorous puzzles. • Features illustrations in a gorgeous gothic style by Stephanie von Reiswitz • Perfect for Edward Gorey fans, mystery buffs, puzzle addicts, and fans of true crime podcasts and TV shows • You'll love this book if you love books like The Gashlycrumb by Edward Gorey, File Under: 13 Suspicious Incidents by Lemony Snicket, and The Composer Is Dead by Lemony Snicket.