Tools for Small Churches

  • Overview of Church Size Theory A resource offering a brief overview of church size theory that can be used by lay leaders or clergy to explain how church size effects the culture of a congregation.
  • Faith-Based Community Organizing: Book Study Groups This list includes resources to help your small group engage in meaningful conversations about congregational organizing and community building. Whether your community has a deep history of organizing or you're just beginning to explore this work, these books can guide your discernment. Each one invites reflection on how the Holy Spirit might be calling your congregation to live out your faith and values in the public square.
  • Why is Creation Care So Important? The Rev. Bradley Mattson explores Jesus' teachings about fulfilling God's law, emphasizing that creation is not just a backdrop but a beloved part of God's covenant.