In this practical book, Douglas ALan Walrath describes ways and means of effective long-range planning within the congregation . Using a team approach, he emphasizes basic planning designed to help church leaders set overall goals and then fashion or redirect programs to effectively carry out these goals. After focusing on the minister's own style of leadership and the choice of planning committee, he looks at the process of community analysis-evaluating trends within the congregation and the needs of the syurrounding community . Moving beyond analysis, he shows you how to establish prioroties and achieve consensus for a plan of action.