New to Leadership

We at the Congregational Resource Guide sometimes field questions from people who need referrals to resources that address a particular issue, challenge, or oppportunity. Thought it was time to share some of our responses with you! This question was on resources for newly ordained leaders. Additional resources: • Leadership Without Easy Answers; • Practicing Right Relationship.

The Urban Church: Staking Your Turf

Day-to-day life at LaSalle Street Church in Chicago presents the challenges of urban ministry in a multicultural setting. But its senior pastor, Laura Truax, has learned lessons that apply to many congregations across the country. Listen in on our interview with Pastor Truax, and learn about the relevant resources that can support your congregation's ministries!

The New Breed: Understanding and Equipping the 21st Century Volunteer (Book)

The New Breed offers insights into the mindset and needs of today's volunteers along with a blueprint for recruiting, training, motivating, retaining, and sometimes even firing them. Found under Volunteers. Related resources: • Simply Strategic Volunteers; • Sharing the Ministry.

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What Monastics Can Teach Us

In this article and video, a Benedictine monastery reveals the peace and joy found in commitment to a life of prayer, devotion, simplicity, work, balance, and caring for one another in community. Related resources:
• Soul Feast;
• At Home in the World.