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Tending to bricks and mortar

By Heather Grennan Gary , Barbara Kemmis

Six considerations for schools thinking about library renovations.

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Library resources for online learning

By Jennifer Woodruff Tait

As theological schools ramp up their online classes, questions arise and new resources are required.

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New commission examines finances of religious groups

By Dorothy S. Ridings

A new Commission on Accountability and Policy for Religious Organizations, which will advise Senator Charles Grassley about tax issues and religious nonprofits, is being established by the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability.

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Is strategic planning a waste of time?

By Robert S. Landrebe

No, it's essential. And here's how to get started. Also, at the end of this article, an interview with Robert E. Cooley on the board's essential role in planning.

Wing on wing

Boards and their cyclical behavior

By Christa R. Klein

Over time, a board's tone and activities change in predictable patterns. In Trust president Christa R. Klein reflects on what this means for the boards of religious institutions.

Spirit matters

The church with the clothes

By Melinda R. Heppe

Contributing editor Melinda R. Heppe describes her congregation's clothing rack, where neighbors can get what they need without fuss.

Special report

Check in, check up, catch up

By Jay Blossom

The president and board chair at Oral Roberts University talk weekly, with an agenda that focuses on trust.

Changing scenes

By Emilie Babcox

News from the world of theological education.

Books

Negotiating a presidential transition

By Kita McVay

A review of Leadership That Works by the Auburn Center for the Study of Theolocial Education and Managing Executive Transitions by Tim Wolfred.

Viewpoint

A dashboard for clergy

By Jason Byassee

The United Methodist Conference in North Alabama uses an online dashboard to measure church growth — a good example of "traditioned innovation," says Jason Byassee.

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