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Revitalizing African-American Congregations for the Post-Civil Rights Generation

by F. Douglas Powe. Ministry Matters, February 1, 2012.

Description

This article argues that the decline of the African American church arises from the assumptions of the kind of evangelism employed during the Civil Rights Era.

Features

how to address issues a new way that will revitalize the church

Recommended Audience

clergy and lay leaders of African American congregation

Cost

Free

Practical Applications

  • Transform the way your congregation does hospitality and testimony by adapting the principles detailed in this text.
  • Establish your congregation's role within the community by listening to those from the post-Civil Rights era.

About the Contributor

Contributor
Brian Witwer

Brian Witwer is the retired director of the Center for Congregations' northeast office. Brian has specialized training in leadership and group process.

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