August has been a busy month here on Ministry Matters. Here are a three of the hot topics you might have missed. 1. The Showdown Over Small Churches United Methodist Bishop Will … read more

This article, "Interprofessional Teams and Relationships," is from the Dictionary of Pastoral Care and Counseling, a valuable resource available with a subscription to the… read more

When folks come by the church office requesting assistance, how do we know if they are truly needy or simply trying to pull a scam? There are a few simple rules to help you help… read more

Throughout our ministry we have coordinated mission work and supported local cooperative efforts. Our volunteers would go to the mission site, cook and serve pancakes or… read more

Sandra Owens had just been appointed to Redeemer, a mostly white, middle-class congregation with an average of thirty-five in worship. The church was in a large city, but not in… read more