Starting Small Group Ministry
08.15.19 | New Faith Expressions, Congregational Development | by Christie Latona
Why are small groups important and how to you create them in your congregation?
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Crossing Lines of Difference for Mutual Growth
05.15.16 | Advocacy and Action, Racial Justice | by Christie Latona
Join Wally and Wally, two very different men, who came together in a mentoring relationship and learned over six years just what divides and what unites them. Questions for a daring conversation follow.
How to Build an Effective Church Website
04.15.16 | Communications | by Christie Latona
A church's website is its front door to the world. What impression does your church's website make?
Tax-exempt Status for Churches
11.13.15 | Administration & Operations | by Christie Latona
Tax exemption refers to a monetary exemption which reduces taxable income. Tax exempt status can provide complete relief from taxes, reduced rates, or tax on only a portion of items. As a religious organization, your church qualifies for tax...
Evaluating Your Church's Current Reality and Potential
10.13.15 | Congregational Development | by Christie Latona
What is God's preferred future for your church? These tools give you a clearer picture.
A Theology of Stewardship
10.09.15 | Administration & Operations, Finance | by Christie Latona
Authors Michael Reeves and Jennifer Tyler explore the theology of giving in an book excerpt on Faith and Money.
Does a Church Have a Lifecycle?
10.01.15 | New Faith Expressions, Congregational Development | by Christie Latona
In this video, Rev. Andy Lunt explores a church's natural life cycle and provides insights for your congregation.
Strategic Planning Tips for Churches, part 1
09.09.15 | Leader Development, Congregational Development | by Christie Latona
by Christie Latona Strategic planning means different things for different people. When churches ask for strategic planning or visioning support, I have learned to ask the following: The mission of the United Methodist Church is "To make...
Does our church need a license to show a movie at my church?
09.02.15 | Administration & Operations | by Christie Latona
What copyright permissions are necessary to show. movies or movie clips at your church?
Does The United Methodist Church offer Online Theological Training for Leaders?
06.01.15 | Leader Development | by Christielatona | by Christie Latona
The UMC Cyber Campus provides a vast array of online theological learning opportunities.