Pathway to Renewal: Practical Steps for Congregations
If you want a faithful, practical set of concrete steps for moving toward the renewal of a congregation, this is it.Pathway to Renewalis faithful without being narrow, practical without being mechanical, and provides concrete steps while remembering that renewal is a journey. --Tex Sample, Robert B. and Kathleen Rogers Professor Emeritus of Church and Society, Saint Paul School of TheologyThis book is like a GPS guidance system for congregations on an arduous wilderness journey to the most beautiful spot on earth. It keeps our eyes on the destination of congregational renewal, shows us ways around very real obstacles, shares the experience of others who have traveled this way, and reminds us that the journey is always worth it. --Nan Cressman, Director, Conciliation Services Canada, Desbarats, OntarioRealistic, comprehensive, practical, wise, and well-balanced between process and flexibility, this book is designed to be used by real congregations--especially those curious to stick their toes into the waters of renewal but apprehensive about the journey. These authors know how to get a church prepared, spiritually and communally. --George B. Thompson, Jr., Associate Professor of Leadership and Ministry Practice, The Interdenominational Theological Center, and author ofChurch on the Edge of Somewhere: Ministry, Marginality, and the Future