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Bruised Reeds and Mustard Seeds: The Gift of the Small Church

Jody Stowell

In a time when churches across denominations face a steady decline in attendance, smaller congregations often find themselves overshadowed by the push for growth and numbers. While larger "Resource Churches" are praised for their expansion, the true value of the smaller church is frequently overlooked. But what if there's a unique gift in these smaller communities? Jody Stowell invites you to explore how, in the race for growth, we may be missing the deep significance and essential role of smaller congregations. As anxiety about survival and financial security spreads throughout the church, local churches and their leaders bear the burden. Yet, within these smaller churches lies a richness, resilience, and spiritual depth that is often lost in the noise. This is a call to rediscover the profound worth of smaller congregations and recognize their vital place in the future of faith communities.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Canterbury Press Norwich
  • Publish Date: May 29th, 2026
  • Pages: 160
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 0.00in - 0.00in - 0.00in - 0.00lb
  • EAN: 9781786226778
  • Categories: Christian Church - GrowthChristian Ministry - General

About the Author

Stowell, Jody: - Jody Stowell is Vicar of St Michael and All Angels, Harrow Weald and member of General Synod. She is a regular contributor to BBC Radio 2's 'Pause for Thought'.