The innovative church: seven steps to positive change in your congregation
Many pastors and lay leaders see that congregations need to change in order to carry out their mission, yet often attempts at change are resisted and blocked. Religious researcher Merton P. Strommen asked the question, "How do churches change?" With a major grant from the Institute of Ment...
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| Format: | Print Book |
| Language: | English |
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Minneapolis, Minn
Augsburg
[1997]
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| In: | Year: 1997 |
| Further subjects: | B
Change
Religious aspects
Christianity
B Pastoral theology B Organizational change B Pastoral Theology B Kerkelijke gemeenten B Change Religious aspects Christianity B Organizational Change B Pastoraat |
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| Summary: | Many pastors and lay leaders see that congregations need to change in order to carry out their mission, yet often attempts at change are resisted and blocked. Religious researcher Merton P. Strommen asked the question, "How do churches change?" With a major grant from the Institute of Mental Health, Strommen studied the change process in congregations across the United States and shares the results. In The Innovative Church Strommen analyzes the need for change in congregations, shows why change is difficult, and offers a practical seven-step strategy for innovation: F Free people to participate, U United around needs, T Tie in to mission and values, U Use input of legitimizers, R Rally broad ownership, E Engage in action, S Sustain the innovation long-term. He includes inspiring stories of congregations that have managed change well and exercises that help congregational leaders clarify their vision, form task forces for change, overcome resistances, and develop a broad base of support.With discussion questions and group exercises, this much needed manual is ideal for clergy, lay leaders, church councils, and parish planning retreats. |
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| Item Description: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 189-192) |
| ISBN: | 0806635738 |