Win Win Capitalism: How Social Acquisitions Will Change the Face of Business – Just Like Family Collaborative
Following the story of 3 charities and 9 impact investors that generated multi-million dollar business, this book highlights the importance of value alignment in the pursuit of profit. VIEW >
We Aren’t Broke: Uncovering Hidden Resources for Mission and Ministry – Mark Elsdon
Mark Elsdon explains how to see the enormous physical and cultural assets churches possess can help them grow into their critical role as a community unifier. VIEW >
Theory U – Otto Scharmer
“Theory U” explores a transformative change process that encourages individuals and organizations to tap into their highest potential through co-creation and deep listening. Offers a framework for navigating complex social and organizational challenges by moving through a U-shaped journey of co-sensing, co-presencing, and co-creating. VIEW >
If It Could Happen Here – Jeff Patton
Jeff Patton, director of Christian Counseling Clinic Inc and a strong believer in the power of small membership churches describes the six “levers” of transforming small churches into “explosive centers of witness and mission.” VIEW >
Autopsy of a Deceased Church: 12 Ways to Keep Yours Alive – Tom Ranier
Is it possible to reverse the trends of decline in your church? Tom Ranier explains how to navigate the many paths that lead to long-term pastoral health. VIEW >
Piloting Church: Helping Your Congregation Take Flight – Cameron Trimble
A roadmap to revitalize your community of faith in 10 simple steps. VIEW >
Turning Ourselves Inside Out: Thriving Christian Communities – Rob Fennell and Russel Daye
Rob Fennell and Russel Daye share stories from 35 faith communities about the inspiration, upheaval, and courage needed to cultivate congregational health, joy and longevity. VIEW >
Portable Faith: How to Take Your Church to the Community – Sarah Cunningham
Focuses on three essentials: thoughtful fellowship, community networking, and genuine connections. Sarah Cunningham shares examples of activities and exercises that can be accomplished with small budgets, that will open your church inviting participation from new neighbours and local partners. VIEW >
Real Good Church – Molly Phinney Baskette
Rev. Molly Phinney Baskette shares the transformation of The United Church in Somerville, Massachusetts Explains how churches of any size can embrace change to grow a healthier, more vibrant community of faith. VIEW >
Gone for Good? Negotiating the Coming Wave of Church Property Transition – Mark Elsdon
Mark Elsdon, Co-Founder of Rooted Good, explains how church properties can continue to serve their neighbourhoods through radical transformation and collaboration. Partnerships with Indigenous organizations Developing affordable housing on church land Mission-aligned uses of church property. VIEW >