Episcopal Church Foundation Vestry Papers - for leading congregations

At ECF Vital Practices our goal is always to bring you the most impactful resources for your ministry. As part of our continued efforts to bring you the most practical and transformative resources, we are launching Case Studies - a new way to explore multiple points of view and solutions to a challenge in ministry.

Our team at the Episcopal Church Foundation is here to support your growth, facilitate your leadership, and deepen your impact on the communities you serve. Whether you feel stuck with an impossible ministry challenge or are seeking inspiration and advice on how to do something new, our Case Studies are here to broaden your perspective and support your journey.

All Case Studies

• Bridging to the surrounding neighborhood, promoting unity, compassion, and mutual care
• Building Vitality in Lay-Led Congregations
• Church Growth Initiatives in an Age of Ecclesial Demographic Decline
• Community Across Cultural and Linguistic Lines
• Demonstrating care of creation as part of our baptismal covenant.
• Engaging in Difficult Conversations
• Identifying and Raising Up New Lay Leaders
• Using Social Media to Build Faithful, Connected Communities