Adult Ministry Leader Resources

OverviewBy Josh Packard, Ph.D. The reality of the exodus from church is bigger than you feared... and starting much closer to home. That's what sociologist and author Josh Packard has confirmed in his just-released report, Exodus of the Religious Dones...

OverviewElevate your church or ministry's vision for outward focused living with the Activating God Space kit! The Activating God Space kit provides the insights and practices necessary to produce an outward focused culture. This adult ministry resource...

OverviewReward your volunteers and staff with these fun and easy-to-use certificates of appreciation. With 13 different certificates to choose from, you will find just the right one for each person. Every design can be personalized (editable PDF) and you...

OverviewIs your women's ministry in need of refreshment? Perhaps a remodel? Or even a complete redesign? Or maybe you're just getting started. No matter where you are in ministry, this resource will move you toward success. This workbook will guide you,...

OverviewGroup's Volunteer Leadership Series is here to help you find proven ideas to turn your church into a place volunteers want to plug in. Go the Distance helps your volunteer ministry take it to the next level. Move beyond the basics and better...

OverviewGroup's Volunteer Leadership Series is here to help you find proven ideas to turn your church into a place volunteers want to plug in. Moving Forward will help you take on the next phase of your volunteer ministry—recruiting and training your...

OverviewGroup's Volunteer Leadership Series is here to help you find proven ideas to turn your church into a place volunteers want to plug in. Jump Start is the perfect starting point to get a firm foundation for your volunteer ministry. You'll find...

OverviewGet help recruiting and training your volunteers! The Overflow recruiting package is a downloadable resource, giving you everything you need for a yearly campaign to generate enthusiasm for serving and to let volunteers know just how valued they...

OverviewBy Mark Waltz Newly updated! Guests in church often decide whether to return or not before service even starts. It's crucial to create a welcoming environment for guests of your church—to ensure that their first impression is the best impression...

OverviewBy Mark Waltz Newly updated! Guests in church often decide whether to return or not before service even starts. It's crucial to create a welcoming environment for guests of your church—to ensure that their first impression is the best impression...

Introduction"Welcome to Outreach Ministry in the 21st Century: The Encyclopedia of Practical Ideas! Most Christians understand the importance of sharing their faith with the world around them. Knowing how and where to take those first steps in sharing,...

OverviewFun and easy to use! Marriage Ministry in the 21st Century is your one-stop resource for building a marriage ministry—and getting couples connecting at your church, enjoying a fresh spark, and growing together in Jesus. You'll find tons of...

OverviewBy Group Publishing People retain only 10% of what they hear but 90% of what they experience! Make It Stick includes 70 practical ideas for sermons, board meetings, small group gatherings, special occasions, and more! Scripture, theme, and...

OverviewBy Group Publishing You can't share your faith until you know your neighbors... so use this guide to begin the journey. Whether you live in a suburb, on a city block, or in an apartment, this book will give you dozens and dozens of ideas with...

OverviewTons of games you'll love to play! Warm up the conversation and heat up the fun at your next meeting or Bible study. Some of these icebreaker games are rowdy and packed with energy, while others are quiet and full of thoughtful questions. What...

OverviewDealing with rebellious children can squelch a parent's enthusiasm, patience, and self-worth. How can you help struggling parents? Inside you'll find powerful ways to share God's love and comfort. Includes: Care and Counseling Tips Real-Life...

OverviewFinancial stability is an immediate need for many struggling single adults and families. How can you guide a friend who's down? Inside you'll find powerful ways to share God's love and comfort. Includes: Care and Counseling Tips Real-Life...

OverviewDivorce is one of the most vulnerable experiences a person can have. And it's no wonder—it brings all-new challenges, transitions, and complications. Inside you'll find powerful ways to share God's love and comfort with a hurting friend...

OverviewDepression is real. And whether it's brought on by a job loss, a family history of depression, a bad breakup, or just plain negative thinking—your friend-in-need requires your support more than ever. Inside you'll find powerful ways to share...

OverviewBy Group Publishing Do you want to help hurting women in your ministry--but you're not sure how? Discover new ways to support women coping with divorce, a terminal illness, a rebellious child, and more. Just grab this quick-response guide packed...

OverviewAuthored in partnership with The Salvation Army! This rapid-response field manual is designed for volunteers who want to assist in the recovery efforts of hurricanes, floods, tornadoes, fatal car accidents, and more. Includes expert advice from...

Introduction"If you want to increase the quantity and quality of your spiritual conversations, or don't feel competent or confident enough to even begin a spiritual conversation, read on. In this church leadership resource, you'll find practical stories...

OverviewYou want to help—a church member faces a terminal illness, good friends of yours just lost their child, a member of your group is struggling with an addiction, the death of a child, divorce, addiction, terminal illness—but you feel unsure how to...

OverviewBy Rick Rusaw and Eric Swanson If Your Church Vanished, Would Your Community Weep? Would Anyone Notice? Would Anyone Care? The Externally Focused Church is a book for ministry leaders who want to transform their community by serving the people...