Special Needs Ministry in Small Churches: Starting Simple and Serving Well
Special Needs Ministry in Small Churches: Starting Simple and Serving Well Every church can welcome people with disabilities. Here is […]
Church Leadership
Church leadership. Articles and resources for pastors and lay leaders on leading small and rural churches effectively.
Church Planting in Rural Communities: A Realistic Guide
For a complete collection of church planting resources for small churches, see our church planting resources hub. Church Planting in
Church Membership in Small Churches: Why It Matters and How to Do It Well
Church Membership in Small Churches: Why It Matters and How to Do It Well Church membership is more than a
Is Your Church Healthy? A Self-Assessment for Small Church Leaders
By the Numbers 65 — median weekly attendance of a U.S. congregation (National Congregations Study, 2025) 70% of U.S. congregations
How to Assimilate New Members in a Small Church
How to Assimilate New Members in a Small Church Most small churches are good at welcoming visitors. Fewer are good
How to Run a Church Stewardship Campaign in a Small Church
How to Run a Church Stewardship Campaign in a Small Church A stewardship campaign does not have to be awkward.
Church Website Essentials for Small Churches: What You Actually Need
Church Website Essentials for Small Churches: What You Actually Need You do not need a $5,000 website. You need an
Small Church Statistics 2025-2026: Attendance, Pastors, Giving, and Ministry Data
If your church is planning to honor your pastor, our pastor’s anniversary planning guide has practical ideas for doing it
How to Run a Church Board Meeting That Actually Accomplishes Something
Most small church board meetings are too long, too unfocused, and too exhausting. Here is how to run a tight, effective meeting that respects everyone’s time and actually moves the church forward.
How to Write a Church Annual Report: A Simple Guide for Small Churches
How to Write a Church Annual Report: A Simple Guide for Small Churches A church annual report does not have