Articles for tag: Ron Klassen

April 22, 2007

Barney Wells

newcomers in rural churches

Land of Opportunity

Newcomers are moving into rural communities, and churches can feel the strain when long-term residents and newcomers collide. This introduction explores agrarian and cosmopolitan contrasts and why understanding them can ease conflict.

April 22, 2007

Barney Wells

rural church tensions

Resolving the Tensions

Rural churches can experience tension when newcomers and long-term residents misunderstand each other. This sidebar offers practical ways leaders can build understanding, address demographic change, and help congregations pursue unity and effective outreach.

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