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|  | Small, Strong, Congregations by Kennon L. Callahan
Many books suggest that the future of the Christian movement rests with the success of mega-congregations. These authors also conclude that small congregations are doomed. Kennon L. Callahan-today's most noted church consultant-moves ahead of such thinking and envisions a very different future. In this newest book, he confirms that the twenty-first century will be the age of consciously small, strong congregations. This important book chronicles the emergence of a vast number of congregations that are questioning the bigger-is-better notion in church membership. These congregations are deliberately small, active, and happy in their dedication to creating strong church communities that advance God's mission. Step by step, Kennon Callahan shows pastors and other church leaders how they can develop the values and specific qualities helpful to shape and strengthen their own small congregations. Written to be a hands-on guide, Small, Strong Congregations offers practical suggestions for creating mission and service, compassion and shepherding, community and belonging, self-reliance and self-sufficiency, worship and hope, teams and leaders, space and facilities, and giving and generosity. This wise resource is filled with illustrative examples that show clearly how myriad small churches have created solid, vigorous congregations. Small, Strong Congregations is a common-sense guide to the rich possibilities for the future where leaders, pastors, and the grassroots of small congregations work together to develop a healthy, constructive approach to their mission.
AUTHOR: Kennon L. Callahan
PUBLISHER: Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated
FORMAT: Hardcover
CATEGORY: Religion & Spirituality 
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 | Daily Comforts for Caregivers by Pat Samples
For those who feel overwhelmed by the day-to-day struggles of caregiving, this charming little book offers gentle guidance and support. AUTHOR: Pat Samples
PUBLISHER: Fairview Press
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Religion & Spirituality
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 | How to Understand Church & Ministry in the United States by Regina Coll
This handbook is for Catholics who are interested in contributing to the life of their church. Here is must reading for lay leaders who, in this era, will be doing the work of the church as laity has never done before. AUTHOR: Regina Coll
PUBLISHER: Crossroad Publishing Company
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Religion & Spirituality
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 | Out of Solitude by Henri, J. M. Nouwen
Three beautifully written, scripture-based meditations on the core of the Christian life are presented in this gem of spiritual wisdom and understanding for all Christians. Includes: Out of Solitude , With Care , and In Expectation . Photographs. 260,000 sold. AUTHOR: Henri, J. M. Nouwen
PUBLISHER: Ave Maria Press
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Religion & Spirituality
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 | Mormons by Joan K. Ostling, Richard N. Ostling
A non-polemical account of the history and practices of the Mormon Church, one of the youngest, largest, and fastest growing world religions. AUTHOR: Joan K. Ostling, Richard N. Ostling
PUBLISHER: HarperSanFrancisco
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Religion & Spirituality
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 | The Prisoner in the Third Cell by Gene Edwards
Imprisoned by Herod, John the Baptist struggles to understand a Lord who did not meet his expectations -- a dramatic account offering insight into the ways of God. AUTHOR: Gene Edwards
PUBLISHER: Tyndale House Publishers
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Religion & Spirituality
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