National Gathering Invitation – November 26, 2018The Flourishing Congregations Institute is committed to several things. For example (among others): Empirical Data. We believe gathering...
The RAVE ProjectLast night, before bed, I was scrolling through the news feed on my iphone. Disparate Images began to fill my mind: of children separated...
It’s A Small WorldI was nine years old the first time I visited Disneyland. I vividly remember riding in a boat winding through the countries of the world...
Navigating the Religious Culture in CanadaI am a sociologist of religion. My research centers on religion in Canada (www.joelthiessen.ca). I regularly consult with church groups...
What Can the Pietists Teach Us About Spiritual Renewal?I love the church, pastors, and church leaders. And I love Christ and his cause. My fire is that churches and church leaders would...
We Are Not Alone, At Least We Don’t Have To BeChurches are the backbone of a many a community. Historically we founded hospitals, schools, food programs, Welfare, nonprofits, and...