Practical Ministry Guides

Also: The Rescue Gospel framework — a simple, memorable gospel tool any church member can learn and use in everyday conversations.

Building your digital presence? Digital Ministry for Small Churches — website, social media, AI tools, and online giving.

Want to increase giving? Church Stewardship Campaign Guide — a simple 4-week process for building a culture of generosity.

Dealing with church conflict? Church Conflict Resolution for Small Churches — a biblical, practical guide.

Training new deacons? Deacon Training for Small Churches — biblical qualifications and practical responsibilities.

Need church security guidance? Church Security for Small Churches — practical, affordable security guidance.

Looking for men’s ministry resources? Men’s Ministry Resources for Small Churches — simple, relational, effective.

Need to help people in need? Benevolence Ministry for Small Churches — how to help people wisely, generously, and sustainably.

Looking for marriage ministry resources? Marriage Ministry Resources for Small Churches — free resources for supporting marriages.

Building a prayer culture? Church Prayer Ministry for Small Churches — simple, sustainable prayer ministry ideas.

Books by Brent Lacy

MinistryPlace is the ministry home of Brent Lacy, author of books on small church leadership, rural youth ministry, and children’s gospel resources. All available on Amazon.

• This is NOT DiY: Renovating the Local Congregation — practical church revitalization for small churches. Also available in a Small Group Edition.
• Rural Youth Ministry: Expanded Second Edition — the definitive field guide for youth workers in small towns and rural communities.
• Tree Rat and the Chautauqua — a funny, story-shaped way to share the Rescue Gospel with elementary children.

See all books by Brent Lacy →