Redeveloping the Congregation: A How-to for Lasting Change

Raising the Roof

“Drawing from John P. Kotter's groundbreaking work on organizational change, the authors use their own extensive experience and insights to offer a relevant, 'read and heed' resource that calls churches of all sizes and contexts from chronic complacency toward a compelling future. This book does not offer us more exhausting busyness, but focuses on the very heart of ministry in and through the congregation. If you yearn to move beyond the status quo or superficial solutions and to delve into the deeper work of discerning God's direction for ministry with your congregation, then dive into this refreshing book and expect transformation!” —Julia Kuhn Wallace

“This book is far from the usual 'how-to'! From their own significant experience in leadership of congregations, the authors offer strong spiritual grounding and wise counsel for personal and communal transformation as they lead us through a highly effective process of congregational redevelopment. They convince the reader that holy urgency—about both the inward journey and the outward focus of persons in congregations—is required for positive change to occur. They draw us into thorough and well-tested processes of forming a core team, welcoming a vision, empowering people, celebrating achievements, building momentum, and anchoring a continuing dynamic of change. Especially noteworthy are specific stories of the highs and lows of the redevelopment process within one congregation and within the life of one pastor, as well as the questions for reflection raised by the 'coach' in each chapter.” —Barbara B. Troxell