Explores a variety of growing churches to identify what is making the difference between them and churches which are static or declining. In addition to numerical growth, it asks how we measure spiritual growth and identifies the signs of spiritual vitality, laying a practical and theological foundation for continued growth into the future.

Bob Jackson

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List of tables

List of figures

Foreword

Introduction – new hope

Part 1. How is the growth project getting on?

1. Growth in numbers – what is church growth and how do you measure it?

2. Measuring growth in depth and vitality

3. Growth initiatives

4. Growth in patterns

5. Growth in total?

Part 2. What is working on the ground today?

6. Intending to grow

7. Leading to grow

8. Training to grow

9. Inviting to grow

10. Families to grow

11. Planting to grow

12. Changing to grow

13. Spending to grow

14. Cathedrals to grow

15. Dioceses to grow

Part 3. What is working under the surface?

16. Angels and growth

17. Guidance, prayer and growth

18. The Holy Spirit and growth

Churches are growing. This prophetic and inspirational handbook by church growth expert Bob Jackson explores a variety of growing churches to identify what is making the difference between them and churches which are static or declining. In addition to numerical growth, it asks how we measure spiritual growth and identifies the signs of spiritual vitality. Bob Jackson relates inspiring stories of effective mission with families, children and young people but also issues pertinent challenges about praying for growth, training leaders, diocesan strategies, spending money effectively, multi-church leadership, the future of the parish model, discipleship in fresh expressions and more. Earthed, practical and inspirational, What Makes Churches Grow lays a practical and theological foundation for continued growth into the future.

'This book is a wind-sock to point out the direction in which the Spirit is blowing. As those who are charged with catching the wind, there can be few more important books for taking stock. I believe attendance to Bob Jackson's work will help all of us do what we desire to do above all: see where God is at work and join in.' -- Archbishop Justin Welby

Bob Jackson teaches mission and church growth at St John's Nottingham and runs a church growth consultancy. He was formerly Archdeacon of Walsall, where he was responsible for Lichfield Diocese's growth strategy.

• A vital tool in mission action planning, enabling churches to identify what will work best for them. • Bob Jackson's books on church growth have sold 20,000 copies. The earlier focus was on the need to grow – this celebrates the growth that is happening and shares best practices.

'This book is a wind-sock to point out the direction in which the Spirit is blowing. As those who are charged with catching the wind, there can be few more important books for taking stock. I believe attendance to Bob Jackson's work will help all of us do what we desire to do above all: see where God is at work and join in.'

'The author provides a balanced and realistic approach to the evidence, combining recognition of human endeavours with God's divine hand at work.'

'What Makes Churches Grow? is a handsomely printed and produced volume with a range of tables and graphs that enhance the text.'

A practical handbook by Bob Jackson on church growth, exploring effective mission strategies, spiritual vitality, and leadership training for families and youth. Ideal for church leaders.

\["For church leaders seeking effective growth strategies", "Identifies key factors for thriving versus stagnant churches", "You will inspire growth and vitality in your congregation"\]

This insightful book reveals the secrets behind church growth.

Vision and practice in effective mission

What Makes Churches Grow?

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