Author: Melvin Amerson
Publisher: Upper Room Books
ISBN: 0881777730
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 136
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"When the church embraces the responsibility of living as faith managers of God's vast resources [as Psalm 24:1 teaches], the community of faith will prosper." So begins this practical and theological study of stewardship, both in the context of the African-American church tradition and beyond. After all, a systematic approach to stewardship undergirds the ministry and mission of the church universal. A stewardship consultant, Amerson draws upon his experience to help churches develop a theology of generosity; define stewardship leadership roles; celebrate the offering each week; and establish endowment giving. While recognizing still-relevant traditions, he also points to newer tactics and strategies convenient to both members and congregations—including electronic giving, contribution statements, and year-end giving. A highlight of the book is Amerson's explanation of the development of a narrative budget/narrative spending plan. He also writes about stewardship education at multiple levels. This book is a solid resource for financial stewardship education.
Author: George W. Banks
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781587369100
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 172
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There is a crisis, an ongoing stewardship problem, that affects both clergy and congregations in the average African American church. This "stewardship syndrome condition," argues Dr. George W. Banks Jr., is due in part to a lack of expository preaching, and a lack of exegetical teaching that uses biblical principles to instruct congregants how to practice good stewardship. In "Back to the Basics: A Holistic Approach to Correcting the Stewardship Crisis in the African American Church," Dr. Banks examines Christian stewardship not only as Scripture presents it, but also as it relates to the whole life of the believer. With numerous biblical references and practical examples, "Back to the Basics" provides a step-by-step plan for the strengthening of stewardship in both individuals and churches.
Author: Rev. Dr. Donna Taylor
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN: 1504393872
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 174
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This work captures the historical and cultural context for financial literacy in the twenty-first century in view of the Great Recession of 2008 to 2009.
Author: Clifford A. Jones
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 200
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This resource combines sermons with a practical "how-to" section for putting their insights into practice.
Author: George Barna
Publisher: Baker Books
ISBN: 1441223657
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 272
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Throughout our nation, hundreds of vibrant African-American churches are leading people to deep, life-changing spiritual transformations. With visionary leadership, powerful worship, challenging faith formation strategies, and a strong sense of community and mission, these churches form the backbone of American spirituality. What generates this vitality? And how can you bring that same passion, energy, and impact to your church? In High-Impact African-American Churches, researcher George Barna and Bishop Harry Jackson Jr. combine their research, knowledge, and experience to describe what these churches do that is changing lives.
Author: Lee N. June
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0310221390
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 192
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Here is a comprehensive guide to the how-to's of the African-American church and many aspects of its ministry.
Author: Carlyle Fielding Stewart
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780687498390
Category : African American churches
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Wisdom from some of the most influential African American pastors of our day on how to grow and sustain a vibrant congregation. Carlyle Fielding Stewart III, author of African American Church Growth, has brought together senior pastors from some of the fastest-growing and most influential African American congregations to answer the question, What makes a church grow? The answers center around four areas of ministry and witness: Preaching and worship, Evangelism and Discipleship, Community Outreach, and Stewardship. Written by church leaders with long experience in leading effective congregations, this book will be required reading for anyone seeking to grow an African American (or other) congregation. To read the Foreward and Introduction click here
Author: Floyd Massey
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 234
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With over 60,000 copies in print, Church Administration in the Black Perspective, first published in 1976, has become a classic reference manual. African American pastors through the years have looked to this informational guide as a source for details on church structure, management, and organization. This resource addresses the particular needs of the pastor and church staff who have been charged with the responsibilities of administration in the black church context. Not only does this revised edition feature updated language, but it also includes fresh information in such areas as budgeting and the use of modern technology. The authors supply detailed information on creating a church budget, and discuss the role websites, computer technology, and cable access television can play in helping churches to carry out their mission. The book includes guidelines for effectively organizing church boards and committees, as well as details pertaining to overall church structure. The authors' perspectives are well grounded in the experience of the African American Christian community, as the text explores how the African heritage and slave experience have molded black church traditions. The authors bring to the writing of this book a blend of practical and academic experience. Book jacket.
Author: Mba Cba Heard
Publisher: Xulon Press
ISBN: 9781631293047
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 110
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The goal of this workbook is to provide a framework for African-American congregations of 50 - 500 members to use in developing a strategic plan. Exercising proper stewardship involves making decisions about your assets and your opportunities. These decisions, if made only for the moment and without consideration of their consequences, can result in poor stewardship. Planning involves anticipating as much as possible the future impact of current decisions, much more than it involves future decisions, so that we can invest our resources (finance, personnel, programs, ministries, facilities, reputation) effectively. The foundation for planning is the Church's vision - a clear and challenging picture of the future. A strategic plan will help a congregation align its goals and objectives with the vision of the church. It provides a basis for unity of focus, motivation, stewardship, assessment and communication. Strategic planning is an on-going process of direction-finding that provides a context for the future in making present decisions. It is a process that looks outward as well as inward and is focused on keeping the Church in step with the changing environment - both internal and external. Adrienne Heard has a BA in Personnel Management from Michigan State University, an MBA in Management and Finance from the University of Dayton and an Ohio SBDC CBA (Certified Business Advisor(R)) designation from the University of Toledo. Adrienne Heard established a career in business administration with a number of Fortune 500 companies as well as with not-for-profit and privately-held firms. Heard Management was formed in 1993 to provide these planning and staff development services on a consulting basis. Heard Management is a minority female owned sole proprietorship consulting firm specializing in management consulting services which include business plans, strategic plans, action plans, management accounting, standard operating procedures, training & development, coaching and problem solving. Using training and experience from a variety of workplace settings, Heard Management develops management tools to help organizations succeed. The emphasis is on "Procedures to Prevent Problems".
Author: Dr. F. Douglas Powe JR.
Publisher: Abingdon Press
ISBN: 142675616X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 131
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God wants to do a new thing in the African American Church. Author, Douglas Powe suggests that the African American church, while once the bedrock of the community, is no longer on the radar for many. During the Civil Rights movement African American churches initiated and even shaped transformation for an entire country, well beyond their own walls. In this post-Civil Rights era the power of many African American churches remains mired in the assumptions and practices of the past, thereby making them invisible to their surrounding communities. New Wine, New Wineskins helps African American congregations understand and benefit from the cultural shifts we are now experiencing. Many African American churches once thought they were immune to the cultural shock waves in our streets and neighborhoods. They simple argued that they have always been all about participation and being relational; yet like many churches, their numbers continue to decline. African American churches must find a way to reclaim their missional orientation, while at the same time remaining true to their historical identity and witness of speaking truth to power. The worthy goals of justice and bringing the Good News of Jesus Christ in this time, requires new practices and fresh ideas—new wine. The old framework just won’t work any more. We need new wine skins.
