The Church We Yearn For: The Search for a New Minister as a Revolutionary Event in the Life and Times of Your Congregation , By Michael Durall.

This is not a book about the mechanics of the ministerial search process. Rather, it's a book about how congregations can envision a new tomorrow, and seek out adventuresome clergy who will help lead them on the journey.

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Church Do's and Don'ts: Tips for Success. Pitfalls to Avoid , By Michael Durall.

This book is an excellent and accessible guide for clergy and lay leaders of all faiths. Only 75 pages, with 24 chapters. Each chapter introduces one compelling element of congregational life.

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Available through www.UUA.org, or Amazon.com as a Kindle book.

The Almost Church Revitalized: Envisioning the Future of Unitarian Universalism.
By Michael Durall.

This book is about how UU congregations can become healthier, stronger-minded, and more effective in the work they do.

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The Almost Church: Redefining Unitarian Universalism for a New Era. By Michael Durall.

This is the first book published by Jenkin Lloyd Jones Press at All Souls Unitarian Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

The introduction begins, "Unitarian Universalism is a movement that is in desperate need of a greater purpose."

Order through www.allsoulschurch.org

Creating Congregations of Generous People, by Michael Durall, principal of CommonWealth Consulting Group.

This book was the Alban Institute's best selling title of 2000, and remains a top seller. An excellent resource for churches that utilize the annual pledge drive format.
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Living a Call: Ministers and Congregations Together, By Michael Durall

This book is a collection of essays by younger ministers whose views hold promise for the future. Compelling reading. Available at www.allsoulschurch.org, or by calling 918 743-2363.

Beyond the Collection Plate: Overcoming Obstacles to Faithful Giving, By Michael Durall.

This book is partially about raising money, but also about what churches do with money once they have it. Chapters include, "Making the Pledge Drive Obsolete," "Limiting Ministry Through Fiscal Responsibility," "Whatever Happened to Sunday," and,"The Cost vs. The Value of Religious Leadership." Available through www.cokesbury.com