WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO CREATE A THRIVING CONGREGATION?

Bishop Roy C. Nichols was authorized by the Council of Bishops of The United Methodist Church to conduct a study of vital United Methodist churches in order to find solid answers to that question. His findings, presented in this book, will appeal to church leaders of all denominations.

By profiling more than 140 dynamic United Methodist congregations selected by their bishops as outstanding examples of vitality, Nichols reveals fresh ideas and effective strategies for developing a thriving congregation. Cross-refer-ences and appendixes are provided so that you may contact any one of the churches to receive more information and an update on its ministry.

ROY C. NICHOLS is a retired United Methodist bishop of the New York area. He is former president of the General Board of Global Ministries for The United Methodist Church