Community Leadership

Fellowship among believers is more than just talking over coffee after church service. Biblical fellowship in New Testament times - or koinonia - had rich and varied meanings, including covenant relationship, partnership in the gospel, communion with God and others, and the sharing of earthly possessions. In True Community, best-selling author Jerry Bridges guides you through koinonia and its implications for today’s church.

In 2015, Inc. magazine recognized Noonday Collection as one of the fastest-growing companies in America. Years earlier, as Jessica Honegger stood at a pawn-shop counter in Austin, Texas, and handed over her grandmother's gold jewelry, her goal was personal: to fund the adoption of her Rwandan son by selling artisan-made jewelry. This first step launched an unexpected side-hustle that would grow into Noonday Collection. She teamed up with her first artisan partner, Jalia, a Ugandan jewelry maker and saw the meaningful impact Noonday brought to Jalia's community.

Every church, every organization, has experienced them: betrayal, deception, grumbling, envy, exclusion. They make life together difficult and prevent congregations from developing the skills, virtues, and practices they need to nurture sturdy, life-giving communities.

"Nehemiah Arise" by Gregory Toussaint is a transformative guide for anyone seeking to build a thriving community. Through the inspiring story of Nehemiah, readers learn essential leadership qualities, the power of a shared vision, trustworthiness, and the importance of unity. Whether you're determined to witness genuine transformation within your community, assembling a workplace team, or fostering impactful strategies for your family, this book provides practical insights to help you achieve your community-building goals. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact and create a well-...

Personal branding and reputation management expert, Lida Citroën guides leaders through this new paradigm of executive presence and influence. Through inspiring examples, compelling stories, and practical exercises, Citron helps leaders tap into their passion, connect authentically with others, and create space for inclusivity and community.

Dive into the immersive world of community engagement with the keenly anticipated eBook, "Connecting Community"! Serving as a comprehensive guide, this book threads together the essential facets of community participation and leadership. Curated for both novices eager to understand the realm of community engagement, and seasoned participants seeking to deepen their involvement, this book uncovers everything you need to know about nurturing meaningful community relationships. Intelligence-driven and thought-provoking, "Connecting Community" opens in Chapter 1 with an exploration of the ...

People are done with church For more and more Americans, it is a place filled with pain, anger, or judgment. For others, it's simply a pale version of what it could be; what it is supposed to be; what they LONG for it to be. Giving Up Sunday is an honest look at some of the worst mistakes made by American churches, and offers an alternative that is raw, authentic, and full of hope. If you are done with church or know someone who is If you long for more and don't know where to start If you are looking for a truly genuine faith, a community rooted in love, and a calling in your life that ...

A Journey to Unlock the Transformative Power of Collective Prayer Are you yearning to witness the miraculous power of prayer in your life and community? Dive into "Corporate Prayer: Understanding the Efficacy and Power of Corporate Prayer," a groundbreaking book that uncovers the untapped potential of praying together. This book is not just a guide; it’s a spiritual awakening that will revolutionize your understanding and practice of corporate prayer. Imagine a community united in prayer, experiencing God’s divine intervention and miracles on an unprecedented scale. This book provides a...

"Carter for President" is a book that follows the journey of a young boy named Carter who dreams of becoming the President of the United States. The story revolves around his determination, passion, and the obstacles he faces along the way. Carter's aspirations are ignited by his curiosity about politics, and he starts learning about the responsibilities and challenges of being a leader. As he grows older, Carter actively engages in community service, joins student government, and participates in various political activities. He gains support from his friends, family, and mentors who ...

Have you joined a church or small group in hopes of experiencing real life change, only to be disappointed? Have you sat through inspiring sermons about what is possible when Christians gather together in mutually edifying relationships, only to recognize how cynical you have become after many failed attempts? Community may be one of the most over-promised, under-delivered aspects of the Christian life today. Individuals remain selfish and stuck in their ways.

Crack open a new perspective with "Embracing Differences," a comprehensive exploration of the power and necessity of inclusion in our ever-diversifying societies. Transporting readers through the multifaceted world of inclusivity, this eBook delves into the very nuts and bolts of building accepting communities. "Embracing Differences" begins by illuminating the essence of inclusive communities, the potency of inclusion, and the hurdles faced along the way. It then propels forward into the pivotal role of acceptance, analyzing how it serves as the bedrock of inclusion, and the techniques ...

Cataclysmic challenges are not new to human history. In our groundbreaking eBook, "United We Rise," we plunge headfirst into an imaginative, post-apocalyptic scenario where an unprecedented catastrophe, a meteor impact, has obliterated normalcy. The trajectory of human survival is rewritten, making it an unforgettable narrative experience for readers worldwide. Beginning with the immediate aftermath of the disaster, the book draws a compelling narrative through humanity's collaborative response. It balances the bleak landscape of desolation with the hopeful thread of unity, showing how to ...

Leading Strategic Community Change explores the dynamics of leadership and strategic community change for churches and faith-based organizations. In doing so, it incorporates principles and practices from the fields of strategic planning, leadership, and organizational development. At the end of chapters there are exercises designed to reinforce the concepts discussed in the chapter. The appendices also include activities for churches and faith-based organizations to use with their congregations, boards, and executive ministry teams to develop a more effective plan for engaging the ...

What if you discovered a blueprint that could grow your brand’s reputation and loyalty, dramatically reduce customer-service issues, produce content and technology, and cement a powerful, lasting relationship between you and your customers? Harness the power of communities, both inside and outside of your organization, to drive value and revenue, activate your employees’ and customers’ talents, and create a highly engaged, loyal customer base.

In a time when meaningful change is limited by error-filled practices, it’s time to rethink. Combining over four decades of Carol Sanford’s research and experience with rich traditions of Indigenous and lineage sources and quantum cosmologies, Indirect Work translates living systems understanding into a practical human technology for daily life. Through foundational wisdom and exercises for self-discovery, this guide will illuminate your understanding of the unlimited power of regenerative change and how we can become agents for a world that works for all alive.

Researchers have uncovered the following three trends: First, distrust of institutions, including the church, is at an all-time high. Second, young people raised in the church are leaving at alarming rates and not returning. Third, loneliness and social isolation are at pandemic levels. What’s the connection? It appears that an entire generation is starving for the very thing the church is called to provide but has chosen to look for it elsewhere. Why is this happening?

Don’t Try to Ride the Wave of 20th-Century Ministry Leaders, are you called to a place where Jesus’ name is most often spouted as a curse word? Because in the 21st-century, the culture is shifting. The “easy places” are increasingly post-Christian—even pre-Christian. If you want to minister successfully right now, you must: • Learn the mind-shifts necessary to make disciples in the world as it exists today • Rethink outmoded ideas of funding, metrics, and team-building • Find out how to model a faith community that’s relevant to the needs of the culture where God’s ...

What do we call each other? It’s a deceptively simple question, because how we refer to one another is how we understand our relationships. Not recognizing the power of our words makes it harder for us to trust and serve one another―to love one another. In More than Christians, Norman Hubbard explores how the early church used common words in uncommon ways to make sense of their relationships with God and with one another. His research and contextualization of the cultural background to the New Testament is as practical for today as it is urgent.

In today’s fast-paced environment, the speed at which communication travels and the resounding calls for police accountability demonstrate a need for purposeful communications embedded in a strategic mindset. When done right, strategic communication can increase transparency, build trust, and encourage active community participation. Chief Cook has distilled over thirty years of experience into timely lessons filled with practical solutions you can begin implementing right away.

Become a Culture Catalyst: Transform Communities, Facilitate Change Opportunities, Shape the World! Discover the power to make a lasting impact with Catalyst Culture, your comprehensive guide to becoming an agent of transformation in an ever-evolving world. Whether you're a leader, influencer, entrepreneur, or an individual passionate about change, this groundbreaking book equips you with knowledge, frameworks, and strategies to create meaningful and lasting transformations. Practical Frameworks for Swift Implementation: Catalyst Culture offers concrete tools and strategies that seamlessly ...