Ministry Brands provides end-to-end software tailored to the needs of faith-based and purpose-driven organizations.

Principles for Church Growth by Bob and Mary Hopkins, published by the Anglican Church Planting Initiatives, delves into the multifaceted nature of church growth, emphasizing that it encompasses more than mere numerical increase.

The article identifies four key dimensions of growth: upward growth in maturity and discipleship, inward growth in fellowship and community, outward growth in mission and societal engagement, and numerical growth. Bob and Mary emphasize that the recognition of the Holy Spirit as the sole source of growth, underscoring the necessity to remain connected to the divine in order to bear fruit.

ChMeetings is a church management software designed to streamline administrative tasks and enhance community engagement. It offers a suite of features to meet the diverse needs of churches.

Planning Center is a church management software designed to streamline operations and improve engagement across ministries. It offers a suite of integrated applications, allowing churches to manage people, worship services, small groups, giving, check-ins, event registrations, facilities scheduling, and communications efficiently. 

Faithward provides resources and inspiration to deepen faith and fellowship. The name “Faithward” reflects this mission—combining faith and forward movement. Rooted in the Reformed tradition through its connection to the Reformed Church in America, the platform offers a broadly Reformed theological perspective. However, its resources are designed to support Christians from various backgrounds, encouraging spiritual growth and re-imagining the role of the church in today’s world.

ChurchTrac is an all-in-one church management platform designed to streamline administrative tasks, including member management, attendance tracking, donation tracking, and worship planning. With built-in communication tools, a free church website, and online giving options, it helps churches stay organized and focused on ministry.

GrowChurch is a comprehensive platform dedicated to equipping church leaders with practical tools and strategies to foster both personal and congregational growth.

Gloo is a comprehensive platform designed to empower church leaders and organizations by enhancing community engagement and providing useful insights. One of its standout features is Gloo Messaging, which offers up to 10,000 free message credits monthly, enabling churches to communicate effectively with their congregations through broadcast text blasts, individual messages, and prayer request gathering.

Text In Church is a communication platform tailored to enhance engagement between churches and their congregations. It offers two-way communication enabling churches to send and receive text messages, facilitating meaningful conversations and relationship building. The platform supports multi-channel communication allowing outreach through text messaging, email, and phone calls to ensure messages reach members via their preferred channels.

Churchteams is a comprehensive church management software designed to streamline administrative tasks and enhance community engagement.

Lifeway Research assists and equips church leaders with insight and advice that will lead to greater levels of church health and effectiveness. Frequent surveys on today’s church and culture demonstrate our knowledge of the dynamics of ministry today and our understanding of the realities of the culture we live in.

Stadia church planting guides individuals and organizations through the journey of establishing new churches.

Formerly known as The Center for Progressive Renewal, Convergence champions an inclusive, progressive theological vision aimed at fostering a more just world. The organization emphasizes core values such as collaboration, innovation, courage, and inclusion, seeking to rejuvenate Christian communities and leadership. Through collaboration, Convergence builds trust and shares resources for the common good.

Formed within Wesley Theological Seminary in 2003, the Lewis Center for Church Leadership is dedicated to promoting the effective and faithful practice of Christian leadership in the church and the world. Over the past 17 years, the Center has become a trusted resource for church leadership ideas, research, resources, and training. The Center helps seminary students, clergy, lay leaders, and denominational leaders enhance their leadership effectiveness and develop leadership in others.

The PCC's Building Survey and Congregation Risk Assessment provide insights to help congregations and presbyteries manage their resources effectively. The building survey highlights underutilized properties and the need for strategic planning. The risk assessment identifies congregations vulnerable to closure, suggesting early interventions.

Faith Communities Today (FACT) conducts extensive research surveys and publishes practical reports on congregational life in the U.S. Led by the Cooperative Congregational Studies Partnership, FACT collaborates with over 25 faith groups and the Hartford Institute for Religion Research. The latest survey in 2020 included responses from 15,278 congregations across 80 denominations.

Fresh Expressions helps churches innovate and reach more people for Christ by combining traditional and new forms of worship. It provides resources, training, and support for pastors and leaders to create vibrant, contextually relevant faith communities.