Renovating the Local Congregation · A book by Brent Lacy
This is NOT DiY
A congregation does not renew itself by finding the right program or asking one pastor to carry everything. This book asks small churches to face change honestly and work under the direction of Christ, the Master Builder.
By Brent Lacy. Paperback and Kindle editions are listed on Amazon.
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A book about the congregation, not the building
This is NOT DiY is for churches navigating leadership transition or a neighborhood that has changed around them. Brent Lacy examines the assumptions that keep congregations stuck and offers practical ideas for serving the community around the church and carrying the gospel beyond it.
- Pastors and leaders who need an honest conversation about where the church stands.
- Churches tempted to import a program and hope it solves deeper problems.
- Teams looking for ways to equip members for local and wider mission.
Resources for the next step
- Small Group Edition — For boards, deacons, and leadership teams working through the questions together.
- Free small-church revitalization guide — A practical starting point before or alongside the book.
- Free church health assessment — Name what is working and what needs attention.
Get the book
Choose the edition that fits your setting. The purchase takes place on Amazon.
Paperback ISBN 9798638216948. Amazon sets availability and pricing.