Keeping the Doors Open: A Sustainability Guide for Small Churches
For practical guidance on building a culture of generosity, see our church giving culture guide. For a practical guide to
Rural Church Health
Rural church health. Assessing and improving the health of small and rural congregations.
Planning Worship Services in Small Churches: A Practical Guide
If your church is planning to honor your pastor, our pastor’s anniversary planning guide has practical ideas for doing it
Building an Effective Church Office System: A Practical Guide for Small Churches
For a biblical and practical guide to the discipline process, see our church discipline guide for small churches. For a
Why Small Churches Lose Teenagers (And What Actually Keeps Them) (2026)
Two-thirds of regular churchgoing teens drop out as young adults. For small churches the problem is sharper, but the solutions
Building a Deacon Ministry from Scratch: A Guide for Small Churches
Most small church pastors feel like they do everything alone. Here is how to identify, train, and deploy deacons who
Church Conflict Resolution: A Practical Guide for Pastors and Church Leaders
For a step-by-step guide to handling a pastoral resignation, see our pastoral resignation guide for small church leaders. Before committing
Why Rural Churches Are Thriving (And How Yours Can Too)
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Small Church Growth Strategies for Rural Areas: What Actually Works
A MinistryPlace Resource Guide By Brent Lacy Small church growth is one of the most discussed and least understood topics
How to Assess Your Church’s Health: A Complete Guide for Small Church Leaders
A MinistryPlace Resource Guide By Brent Lacy Most church leaders have a general sense of how their church is doing.
Senior Adult Ministry Ideas for Small Churches
Small and rural churches often have a higher percentage of senior members than larger urban churches. This is both a