Archive - Living Liminally

When your church wants to grow - part 2

These graphics can help you visualize and explain the differences between church sizes.

Jun 19 •

Laura Stephens-Reed

When your church wants to grow - part 1

Here are some questions to consider first.

Jun 17 •

Laura Stephens-Reed

Covid isn't just a physical virus

It is mirrored in some congregations' experiences of the pandemic.

Jun 10 •

Laura Stephens-Reed

Supervision training for pastors and church staffs

A coach approach offers invaluable tools to supervisors.

Jun 3 •

Laura Stephens-Reed

May 2025

The work is mysterious and important

I'm talking about Severance but also about ministry.

May 27 •

Laura Stephens-Reed

Safe and brave spaces

We need both - and we need to distinguish between them.

May 22 •

Laura Stephens-Reed

Book recommendation: The Unintentional Interim

Don't let the title fool you. This book is for all congregational clergy.

May 20 •

Laura Stephens-Reed

Conflict: How to know when it is bad and what to do about it

Churches aren't immune from strife.

May 13 •

Laura Stephens-Reed

Be careful what you read

Our hearts are tender and our spirits are wounded.

May 6 •

Laura Stephens-Reed

April 2025

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