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Gary L. McIntosh

Kirjat ja teokset yhdessä paikassa: 21 kirjaa, julkaisuja vuosilta 1999–2025, suosituimpiin kuuluu There`s Hope for Your Church – First Steps to Restoring Health and Growth. Vertaile teosten hintoja ja tarkista saatavuus suomalaisista kirjakaupoista.

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Kirjojen julkaisuvuodet: 1999–2025.

There`s Hope for Your Church – First Steps to Restoring Health and Growth

There`s Hope for Your Church – First Steps to Restoring Health and Growth

Gary L. McIntosh

Baker Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group
2012
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A startling 85% of churches in the US are plateaued or declining, a trend that has been building for the past fifty years. In the face of shrinking attendance and lagging spiritual growth, pastors and church leaders are understandably discouraged and demoralized. But the first step to turning things around is hope. Church health expert Gary McIntosh offers this hope by showing church leaders the first things they need to do to make a new start for their church. God can and does restore churches to new life, even as he restores individuals. The street-smart ideas and step-by-step instructions found in this book are ones that pastors and church leaders can put to use immediately in their churches to bring about solid growth and renewed hope for the future.
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The Ministry Answer Book for Pastors

The Ministry Answer Book for Pastors

Gary L. McIntosh

BAKER PUBLISHING GROUP
2025
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Practical guidance on more than fifty aspects of everyday church ministry life· quick-reference guide· easy-to-navigate Q&A format· answers to (almost) every question you haveNo matter what your education, no amount of schooling can prepare a pastor for a so-called "typical" day of ministry. Pastors are teachers, counselors, evangelists, and cheerleaders. They are a shoulder to cry on and a listening ear. They're CEOs and janitors. Sometimes all in a 24-hour period. And somewhere in the midst of all that, there's a sermon to prepare. Where is a busy pastor to turn for help when a new situation or problem arises? The Ministry Answer Book for Pastors is your quick-reference guide to (almost) everything you need to know to lead your church. Organized in an easy-to-navigate Q&A format, this must-have resource from trusted church consultant and author Gary L. McIntosh is destined to be your well-worn, dog-eared, go-to guide for when you run into an unforeseen or unfamiliar problem, including· decision-making· starting and leaving a ministry· weddings, funerals, and hospital visitation· outreach training· budgeting· working with a church board· holding effective meetings· recruiting and delegating· staff development· discipleship· and much more
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Ministry Answer Book for Pastors: Almost Everything You Need to Know to Lead a Church

Ministry Answer Book for Pastors: Almost Everything You Need to Know to Lead a Church

Gary L. McIntosh

BAKER PUBLISHING GROUP
2025
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Practical guidance on more than fifty aspects of everyday church ministry life- quick-reference guide- easy-to-navigate Q&A format- answers to (almost) every question you haveNo matter what your education, no amount of schooling can prepare a pastor for a so-called "typical" day of ministry. Pastors are teachers, counselors, evangelists, and cheerleaders. They are a shoulder to cry on and a listening ear. They're CEOs and janitors. Sometimes all in a 24-hour period. And somewhere in the midst of all that, there's a sermon to prepare. Where is a busy pastor to turn for help when a new situation or problem arises? The Ministry Answer Book for Pastors is your quick-reference guide to (almost) everything you need to know to lead your church. Organized in an easy-to-navigate Q&A format, this must-have resource from trusted church consultant and author Gary L. McIntosh is destined to be your well-worn, dog-eared, go-to guide for when you run into an unforeseen or unfamiliar problem, including- decision-making- starting and leaving a ministry- weddings, funerals, and hospital visitation- outreach training- budgeting- working with a church board- holding effective meetings- recruiting and delegating- staff development- discipleship- and much more
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The Solo Pastor – Understanding and Overcoming the Challenges of Leading a Church Alone

The Solo Pastor – Understanding and Overcoming the Challenges of Leading a Church Alone

Gary L. Mcintosh

BAKER PUBLISHING GROUP
2023
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Being a pastor is a complex and demanding role, especially for someone leading alone. The majority of pastors find themselves in this position, leading their smaller church with no additional professional assistance. The challenges are many, including loneliness, isolation, self-doubt, overwhelm, feelings of inadequacy, and a constant search for additional resources and volunteers. Where does a solo pastor turn for help and encouragement? With compassion and plenty of proven, practical strategies, church consultant and former solo pastor Gary L. McIntosh steps in to fill the void. In this book he helps the solo pastor· understand the strengths and challenges of the solo-pastor church· develop effective leadership skills· build and maintain vital relationships· manage expectations· spot and neutralize "bullies" who seek to control the church· communicate clearly· make the most of limited resources· establish healthy priorities and boundaries· and more
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Solo Pastor

Solo Pastor

Gary L. McIntosh

Baker Books
2023
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Being a pastor is a complex and demanding role, especially for someone leading alone. The majority of pastors find themselves in this position, leading their smaller church with no additional professional assistance. The challenges are many, including loneliness, isolation, self-doubt, overwhelm, feelings of inadequacy, and a constant search for additional resources and volunteers. Where does a solo pastor turn for help and encouragement? With compassion and plenty of proven, practical strategies, church consultant and former solo pastor Gary L. McIntosh steps in to fill the void. In this book he helps the solo pastor- understand the strengths and challenges of the solo-pastor church- develop effective leadership skills- build and maintain vital relationships- manage expectations- spot and neutralize "bullies" who seek to control the church- communicate clearly- make the most of limited resources- establish healthy priorities and boundaries- and more
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The 10 Key Roles of a Pastor – Proven Practices for Balancing the Demands of Leading Your Church

The 10 Key Roles of a Pastor – Proven Practices for Balancing the Demands of Leading Your Church

Gary L. McIntosh

Baker Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group
2021
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If most pastors were pressed to describe an average day of ministry, they'd have trouble doing it. In a single day, a pastor may fill many different roles in quick succession, from counselor to theologian to student to CEO to custodian (well, let's hope there's usually someone else available to perform that last role). Some roles come more naturally than others, but every pastor wants to perform each role to the best of their ability. In The 10 Key Roles of a Pastor, church consultant Gary L. McIntosh shows pastors how to - understand and juggle their many essential roles- prioritize their time and energy- manage their people's expectations of them- and empower others to take up the vital work of the church bodyPastors just starting out in ministry, as well as those who have been at it a while and find themselves overworked and overwhelmed, will value this practical resource. It is also an enlightening read for those in church leadership who would benefit from understanding the pressures their pastor faces on a daily basis.
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Building the Body

Building the Body

Gary L. McIntosh; Phil Stevenson

Baker Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group
2018
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Just as a physically healthy person--at an ideal weight and with good blood pressure and cholesterol numbers--might not actually be fit enough to run a 5k, so churches can appear healthy--with no obvious issues, maintaining a healthy size--and yet not exhibit fitness. A fit church is one that is not satisfied with merely coasting along with no problems. A fit church is actively making disciples, maturing in faith, developing strong leaders, reaching out to the community, and more. Building the Body offers pastors and church leaders twelve characteristics of fit churches and shows them how they can move their church through five levels of fitness, from beginner all the way to elite--just as an athlete, through training and practice, can become the top in his or her class. Includes comparison charts at the end of each chapter so readers can clearly see where their church currently falls and concluding "Complete the Progress Chart" so that they can see what their goals should be for the future.
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Building the Body

Building the Body

Gary L. McIntosh; Phil Stevenson

Christianaudio
2018
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Just as a physically healthy person--at an ideal weight and with good blood pressure and cholesterol numbers--might not actually be fit enough to run a 5k, so churches can appear healthy--with no obvious issues, maintaining a healthy size--and yet not exhibit fitness. A fit church is one that is not satisfied with merely coasting along with no problems. A fit church is actively making disciples, maturing in faith, developing strong leaders, reaching out to the community, and more. Building the Body offers pastors and church leaders twelve characteristics of fit churches and shows them how they can move their church through five levels of fitness, from beginner all the way to elite--just as an athlete, through training and practice, can become the top in his or her class. Includes comparison charts at the end of each chapter so readers can clearly see where their church currently falls and concluding "Complete the Progress Chart" so that they can see what their goals should be for the future.
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Growing God`s Church – How People Are Actually Coming to Faith Today

Growing God`s Church – How People Are Actually Coming to Faith Today

Gary L. McIntosh

Baker Academic, Div of Baker Publishing Group
2016
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It's no secret that the evangelism methods of yesterday are not yielding the kinds of results they did in the 1970s and 1980s. So how are new Christians hearing the Gospel today? How are they finding churches? And what makes them stay at a church? The answers to these questions have the power to dramatically alter the way we do outreach. And Dr. McIntosh has them. Based on ten years of scientific research, Growing God's Church shows pastors and church leaders how people are actually coming to faith in the 21st century. It covers factors such as our motive for ministry, the priorities churches set for themselves, the reality of churchless Christians, generational and gender-based differences in evangelism effectiveness, the name of your church, the influence of pastors, and much more. The appendix includes a copy of the survey that provides the basis for McIntosh's arguments and an overview of the study is provided in the first chapter.
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What Every Pastor Should Know – 101 Indispensable Rules of Thumb for Leading Your Church

What Every Pastor Should Know – 101 Indispensable Rules of Thumb for Leading Your Church

Gary L. McIntosh; Charles Arn

Baker Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group
2013
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Pastors and church leaders are constantly faced with strategic questions. How much staff does the church need? How many workers are needed in the nursery this month? When is the right time to start a second worship service? How many people should we train for evangelism this year? How does seating and parking impact worship attendance? When church leaders have questions about planning, running, or growing their churches, they need answers fast! What Every Pastor Should Know offers pastors and leaders 101 valuable rules and "sacred" laws to help answer real-life ministry questions. From advertising to facilities to visitation, this valuable book offers the practical help that leaders need, just when they need it most. This comprehensive guide will become one of the most valuable books in a leader's library. Never again will they wonder if they based critical decisions on the right information. They'll get the answers they're looking for all in one place.
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Taking Your Church to the Next Level – What Got You Here Won`t Get You There

Taking Your Church to the Next Level – What Got You Here Won`t Get You There

Gary L. McIntosh

Baker Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group
2009
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All local churches experience a predictable life cycle of growth and decline. But if a church is on a downward trend, how can it turn around? Taking Your Church to the Next Level explains the impact of age and size on churches and outlines the improvements that must be made at each point for a church to remain fruitful and faithful to its mission. McIntosh deftly describes the cycles of fruitfulness and the importance of continual improvement to diminish destructive forces that keep a congregation from its mission. Church leaders, pastors, and all who care about the church and desire to see it experience biblical growth will benefit from the sage wisdom offered in these pages.
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Beyond the First Visit

Beyond the First Visit

Gary L. McIntosh

Baker Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group
2006
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All churches like to think that theirs is the friendliest in town. But do visitors see it that way? Church consultant Gary McIntosh invites readers to take a look at their church through the eyes of visitors and potential visitors. His starting point, grounded in an understanding of God as a "welcomer," is that churches should see those who enter their doors as not merely visitors, but as guests, and themselves as gracious hosts. This practical book offers sound advice on assessing and improving the ways in which churches attract people, welcome them, do follow-up, and bring them into the church family. It also offers suggestions for making a welcoming attitude part of the very fabric of the local church.
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Thriving Churches in the Twenty–First Century – 10 Life–Giving Systems for Vibrant Ministry

Thriving Churches in the Twenty–First Century – 10 Life–Giving Systems for Vibrant Ministry

Gary L. Mcintosh; R. Daniel Reeves

Kregel Publications,U.S.
2006
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An innovative approach to dynamic church ministry through recognition of spiritual health and energy as the basis of ministry vitality. Using the analogy of the human body, this book explores the ten interlocking systems that make up a healthy church body such as spiritual energy, corporate intercession, and spiritual disciplines. The result is a book brimming with insights and encouragement to help understand how the church can experience lasting spiritual growth.
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Church That Works – Your One–Stop Resource for Effective Ministry

Church That Works – Your One–Stop Resource for Effective Ministry

Gary L. McIntosh

Baker Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group
2004
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The expertise of veteran church consultant and best-selling author Gary McIntosh is now available in an easily portable format. McIntosh offers readers his invaluable insights on the church in order to help leaders make their churches more effective. It's just like hiring your own church consultant, but at a fraction of the cost. This at-a-glance practical guidebook helps pastors and church leaders with a wide variety of issues, including:-reaching different generations-assimilating visitors-following trends-designing worship-danger signs of decline-and many more. Short, to-the point chapters examine trends and ministry methods that can be easily adapted to fit every church's needs.
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One Church, Four Generations – Understanding and Reaching All Ages in Your Church

One Church, Four Generations – Understanding and Reaching All Ages in Your Church

Gary L. McIntosh

Baker Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group
2002
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The challenge facing today's church is simultaneous and effective ministry to people of four widely divergent generations. More than at any time in history, pastors must plan programs that will appeal to a mosaic of groups and subgroups. This updated edition of Three Generations: Riding the Waves of Change in Your Church adds an entirely new section on Bridgers, the youngest generation and perhaps the most difficult one to reach for Christ. Characteristics, interests, and values of each group--Builders, Boomers, Busters, and Bridgers--are explored in relation to the historical events and social trends that have shaped them. McIntosh thoughtfully analyzes the factors that influence each generation's relationship to the church, and he gives helpful suggestions for types of ministry and worship styles to draw members of that group. Helpful tables offer summaries of information relating to each generation, including formative experiences, religious characteristics, and methods of ministry. Pastors, church leaders, seminary professors, and students will find One Church, Four Generations a valuable resource in mapping out strategies for relevant church programming in the twenty-first century.
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