The In-Between Church: Navigating Size Transitions in Congregations

Mann, Alice

ISBN 10: 1566992079 / ISBN 13: 9781566992077

Published by Alban Institute Publication, 1998

About this Item

4TH PRINTING. 6"X9" 107 pgs. Spine straight, binding tight, pages clean and bright. Not x-library, unclipped, highlighting lines. Secure ship w/track #. Alban Senior Consultant Mann draws on her lengthy experience in helping congregations deal with the hurdles and anxieties of expansion or contraction in size. Often, congregations experiencing size change do not recognize the need to change culture and form as part of the successful adaptation process. Mann details the adjustments in attitude as well as practice that are necessary to support successful size change. Source: Publisher.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The In-Between Church: Navigating Size Transitions in Congregations
• Publisher: Alban Institute Publication
• Publication Date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1566992079
• ISBN 13: 9781566992077
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1st Edition.
• Condition: Near Fine
• Seller catalogs:
  • Christianity

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Synopsis

Alban Senior Consultant Mann draws on her lengthy experience in helping congregations deal with the hurdles and anxieties of expansion or contraction in size. Often, congregations experiencing size change do not recognize the need to change culture and form as part of the successful adaptation process. Mann details the adjustments in attitude-as well as practice-that are necessary to support successful size change.

About the Author

Before joining the staff of the Alban Institute, Alice Mann served for two decades in the dual roles of local pastor and nationally recognized consultant-trainer in the field of parish development, with emphasis on incorporating new members; redeveloping struggling congregations; defining judicatory roles in growth and revitalization; breaking through size plateaus; and deepening parish spirituality. She frequently assists churches with self-assessment, long-range planning, and the development of context-sensitive strategies for growth. In training workshops and planning retreats, Alice-engages large and small groups in practical learning and candid conversation about the choices church leaders face today.