Stewardship for Small Churches: Beyond the Annual Fundraising Letter
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Church Leadership
Church leadership. Articles and resources for pastors and lay leaders on leading small and rural churches effectively.
How to Start Small Groups in a Small Church (Even With 15 People)
A MinistryPlace Resource Guide By Brent Lacy Introduction Let’s be honest: when most small church pastors hear “small groups,” they
The Exodus: What the Numbers Are Really Telling Us About American Church Decline
The gap between membership rolls and actual attendance reveals a crisis across Protestant denominations. 7.8 million missing from SBC rolls. Half the UMC gone. The ELCA cut in half. This is not just decline. This may be Exodus.
Reviving the Midweek Prayer Meeting in a Small Church
A MinistryPlace Resource Guide By Brent Lacy Church Leadership Reviving the Midweek Prayer Meeting in a Small Church The midweek
How Small Churches Can Support People in Recovery
Becoming a place of hope, honesty, and lasting community for those fighting addiction By Brent Lacy Addiction does not skip
Planning Advent in a Small Church: Making the Most of the Season (2026)
Simple, meaningful ways to observe the season of waiting and hope By Brent Lacy Advent is one of the richest
How to Start a Food Pantry in a Small Church
Feeding your community with what you have, not what you wish you had By Brent Lacy Hunger is not just
Men’s Ministry in a Small Church: Simple, Relational, and Effective
For a practical guide to building a men’s ministry from scratch, see our men’s ministry guide for small churches. A
How to Plan Your Church Year: A Simple Annual Planning Guide
A MinistryPlace Resource Guide By Brent Lacy Church Leadership How to Plan Your Church Year: A Simple Annual Planning Guide
How to Honor Your Pastor: A Guide for Small Church Congregations
A MinistryPlace Resource Guide By Brent Lacy How to Honor Your Pastor: A Guide for Small Church Congregations Pastoral appreciation