Pauline Letters
Pauline Letters is a free Bible study website that connects Paul's life and journeys in Acts with the thirteen New Testament letters traditionally attributed to him. It includes an interactive 3D journey, maps, a documented timeline, letter guides, a seven-session Philippians study, and printable teaching resources.
Church Communication Strategy: A Workbook for Ministry Leaders
Each section identifies a common communication challenge, offers some practical ways to approach it differently, and includes questions to wrestle with. Use the space provided to make notes about your context, and then take these questions to your staff, volunteers, committees or session. Some may be easy to answer; others might reveal conversations your congregation hasn't had yet.
Women's Retreat Resources
This collection of six women's retreats, developed and led by Canadian Presbyterian Bonnie Horton, offers practical resources for congregations, women's groups and ministry leaders. Each retreat explores a different theme through Bible study, group discussion, creative activities and shared experiences.
Church AI Toolkit
Church AI Toolkit is a free, ecumenical resource for clergy, chaplains, and pastoral caregivers responding to artificial intelligence in ministry and everyday life. It includes a first-response pastoral triage guide, clergy formation materials, theological reflection, values exercises, and sample congregational policies. Topics include AI relationships, deepfakes and fraud, vocation and automation, sermon preparation, pastoral care, human dignity, and ethical discernment.
Cambridge Elements Series
Original, succinct, authoritative, and peer-reviewed scholarly and scientific research, organised into focused series edited by leading scholars, and provide comprehensive coverage of the key topics in disciplines spanning the arts and sciences.
Divinity Atlas
Divinity Atlas is a free online encyclopedia of world religions, spiritual traditions, and mythologies that emphasizes transparent sourcing, evidence-based scholarship, and public accountability. With thousands of entries, comparison tools, interactive maps, and clearly documented sources, it offers churches, ministry leaders, chaplains, and anyone interested in religious literacy a comprehensive resource for learning about diverse faith traditions and engaging thoughtfully in interfaith contexts.
Katharine Hayhoe | Climate Scientist
Katharine Hayhoe is a Canadian climate scientist, author, and public speaker whose work focuses on helping people understand the science of climate change and its implications for communities, public policy, and everyday life. As a Christian, Hayhoe has written and spoken extensively about the relationship between faith and climate action. She encourages churches and Christians to view climate change not only as an environmental issue but also as one that affects human wellbeing, poverty, justice, food security, health, and care for creation.
RockReader
Everything in one quiet app. Read, study, journal, and share, without juggling five different apps. Tap through to see what's inside.
Trinity Forum
The Trinity Forum curates conversations and resources that explore the relationship between faith, culture, leadership, and public life. Through readings, podcasts, lectures, webinars, and discussion guides, the platform seeks to help Christians engage thoughtfully with the questions and challenges of contemporary life while drawing on the wisdom of the historic Christian tradition.
Blue Letter Bible
Free online Bible study platform offering multiple Bible translations alongside original-language tools, commentaries, dictionaries, maps, reading plans, and other study resources.
Zippee Kids
Zippee Kids provides affirming children's ministry curriculum and family faith formation resources that encourage curiosity, conversation, and thoughtful engagement with Scripture. Resources support churches and families in exploring biblical stories, spiritual practices, and faith development through age-appropriate lessons designed for real ministry contexts without fear or pressure based lesson tactics.
Being With
Being With is a ten-session course that explores Christian faith and life through small-group conversation and storytelling. Designed for those who are curious about faith, returning to Christianity, or on the edges of church life, it requires no previous biblical knowledge. Each session combines personal reflection, attentive listening, a short presentation, and open conversation around themes including meaning, Jesus, church, suffering, prayer, and the cross.
Church Training Center
Church Training Center provides consulting, coaching, governance training, and financial leadership support for churches. Its resources help pastors, church councils, treasurers, and lay leaders strengthen governance structures, financial practices, strategic planning, and leadership processes so congregations can steward their mission with clarity and accountability.
Unthinkable
The Unthinkable Resource Hub is a curated collection of books, articles, videos, podcasts, guides, courses, and organizations focused on climate change and mental health. Covering topics such as climate anxiety, ecological grief, emotional resilience, climate justice, and community support, it provides evidence-informed resources for individuals, educators, mental health professionals, and faith leaders seeking to better understand and respond to climate-related emotional wellbeing.
Enter the Bible
Enter the Bible is a free biblical study resource from Luther Seminary that combines accessible scholarship with practical tools for reading and understanding Scripture. Through articles, videos, podcasts, study guides, maps, and introductions to every book of the Bible, it supports personal study, Bible groups, teaching, and preaching while engaging thoughtfully with both faith and biblical scholarship.
Bookkeeping Solutions for Churches
Bookkeeping Solutions for Churches provides virtual bookkeeping services tailored to Canadian churches. Services include donation tracking, payroll, CRA compliance support, PSB rebates, audit preparation, board reporting, and financial strategy guidance. The site also offers a free resource library with practical tools for church treasurers and finance teams.
Preparing Your Heart & Your Head for Retirement
This webinar explores the spiritual, emotional, relational, and practical preparation needed for retirement from pastoral ministry. Featuring Fred Lien, the session addresses identity, grief, communication, financial planning, and family impact, offering guidance for pastors discerning or entering a new season of ministry.
A Fond Farewell, Navigating a Healthy Pastoral Transition
This webinar provides practical guidance for churches navigating pastoral transition. It outlines clear guidelines for preparation, communication, and boundary-setting, and includes reflections from pastors who have experienced leadership succession firsthand.
Leaving Well: A Guide for Retired Pastors & Deacons
Leaving Well is a guide from the Saint Paul Area Synod (ELCA) offering theological grounding and practical guidelines for pastors and deacons retiring from a congregation. It outlines boundary expectations, transition practices, and emotional preparation. While written for use within the ELCA, the principles and practices outlined offer a helpful framework for any leader seeking to support healthy pastoral transitions.