Twelve Keys to an Effective Church : Strong,

Twelve Keys to an Effective Church, 2nd ed., has two central objectives: (1) to deliver a general and understanding of strategic long-range planning, and (2) to explain the twelve ingredients of a successful church: Specific, concrete missional objectives Pastoral care by clergy and lay people Dynamic worship Significan relational groups Strong leadership Streamlined structure and participatory decision making Competent programs and activities Open accessibility High visibility Adequate parking, land, and landscaping Adequate space and facilities Solid financial resourcesIt is a concise yet comprehensive resource for clergy and lay leaders of all denominational and theological affiliations.

Kennon L. Callahan, B.A., M.Div., S.T.M., Ph.D. — researcher, professor, and pastor — is one of today's most sought-after church consultants and speakers. Author of many books, he is best known for his groundbreaking Twelve Keys to an Effective Church, which has formed the basis for the widely acclaimed Mission Growth Movement.

A Prayer	p. viii
The Basic Qualities
Grace	p. 3
Strengths	p. 12
Compassion	p. 21
Excellent Sprinters	p. 30
Act Swiftly	p. 37
The Twelve Keys
One Mission Outreach	p. 53
Shepherding Visitation	p. 69
Stirring, Helpful Worship	p. 84
Significant Relational Groupings	p. 105
Strong Leadership Team	p. 123
Solid Decision Process	p. 139
One Major Program	p. 148
Open Accessibility	p. 161
High Visibility	p. 174
Land, Landscaping, and Parking	p. 184
Adequate Space and Facilities	p. 205
Generous Giving	p. 223
Conclusion: Mission, Sacrament, Grace	p. 239
Appendixes
A Twelve Keys Celebration Retreat	p. 249
Charts	p. 253
Twelve Keys Action Plan	p. 257
Acknowledgments	p. 261
Special Acknowledgments	p. 263
About the Author	p. 267
Books	p. 269
Index	p. 273
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Twelve Keys to an Effective Church : Strong, Healthy Congregations Living in the Grace of God

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