Resources to lead your church with strategy and intentionality.
Whether you prefer the feel of a book in your hand or listening to leadership lessons while cutting the grass, we have got you covered. Through our blog, podcast, and Aubrey’s latest book titles, our heart is to see you and your ministry thrive.
Latest Release
The Secret Power That Can Build Up or Tear Down Your Church
Every church operates out of what it values. The problem is that most churches never take the time to consider what those core values truly are. The typical values work undertaken is simply distilling down a list of good ideas and thoughts to a final, succinct list....
Articles & Podcast
Is Church Marketing Biblical? With Ryan Wakefield
Church Revitalization Podcast - Episode 106 By Mary Deckert and Ryan Wakefield. Republished with permission from Church Marketing University. Is Church Marketing Biblical? At Church Marketing University, we hear questions along this line a lot. Honestly? We...
Secrets of a Church Consultant: 5 Realities About Church Consulting
Church Revitalization Podcast - Episode 105 Ever wondered what it takes to be a successful church consultant? Many pastors and church leaders think that consulting would be fun. They could travel around the country, give advice to churches, and earn some extra income....
How to Increase Church Giving (and Stop Leaving Money on the Table)
Church Revitalization Podcast - Episode 104 In last week’s episode of The Church Revitalization Podcast, we talked about Three Budget Hacks to Grow Your Church and focused on maximizing your existing budget. This week we’ve flipped the coin over to the other...
Books
Strategy
Advanced Strategic Planning
Practical advice for churches to articulate their vision, implement their mission and align their identity.
“I am using this book for one of the classes in my Master’s of Arts in Leadership program. I love this book – I am not a huge reader and don’t typically enjoy all of my textbooks. However, Malphurs does an incredible job of describing how a Christian organization should plan their strategy.” – Kelsey
Vision
Re:Vision: The Key to Transforming Your Church
Pastors with a viable vision for ministry are the key to a transformed church.
“The research and content is super helpful for pastors and leaders. This is not just another book on vision or church growth. One of my favorites I keep at arm’s reach!” – Brad
Emotional Intelligence
Developing Emotionally Mature Leaders: How Emotional Intelligence Can Help Transform Your Ministry
Inspire the very best in your church or organization through the power of emotional intelligence.
“An excellent resource for yourself and those you lead”- David
Leadership
Being Leaders
Uncover the power of church leadership that is based both on the Bible and your personal context.
“I am a Minister in Training. It is wonderful; beyond my expectations, (and I’m) learning some things about myself”- Dawn
Leadership
Building Leaders: Blueprints for Developing Leadership at Every Level of Your Church
See the importance of duplicating yourself in order to grow your ministry.
“This is an amazing resource on leadership development. I bought so many books on leadership, but none are so marked up and highlighted as this one.”- Mark
Leadership
Leading Leaders: Empowering Church Boards for Ministry Excellence
Church boards and connected leadership groups hold one of the keys for ministry excellence.
“A book long overdue!”- David