Dying well for congregations

I help congregations with generosity assessments - looking at giving trends and congregational values. It's joyful, challenging and sometimes vulnerable work (for both me and the congregation!) 

One of the big questions I ask churches is: "Are you two or three funerals away from disaster?"

This is a great article on ending well for congregations. Denial seldom helps congregations move forward; facing these questions guides future direction.

http://www.canadianmennonite.org/stories/dying-well

As with individuals, I encourage congregations to talk about money. Silence and secrecy seldom serve us well. What is the future of your congregation? What resources has God entrusted to you?