RESOURCES
RE S O URCE S
FOR FOSTERING DIVERSITY IN YOUR CHURCH
Knowing the destination doesn’t mean you don’t need a map. If
you’ve been inspired to welcome diversity to your church, here are
some resources we highly recommend.
Beyond Colorblind: Redeeming Our Ethnic Journey
Sarah Shin | IVP Books
The scoop: A book about moving from racial and ethnic acceptance to racial and
ethnic healing both personally and for our communities
Emboldened: A Vision for Empowering Women in Ministry
Tara Beth Leach | IVP Books
The scoop: A pastoral and practical book written to help leaders and churches
catch the vision and passion for women in ministry leadership
What Every Church Member Should Know About Poverty
Bill Ehlig and Ruby K. Payne, Ph.D. | aha! Process, Inc.
The scoop: Book suited for study groups or Sunday school that will help you and
your church welcome all people by understanding issues around economic class
Growing Young: Six Essential Strategies to Help Young People Discover
and Love Your Church
Kara Powell, Jake Mulder and Brad Griffin | Baker Books
The scoop: Research-based book that offers proven strategies to retain and
engage young people for their spiritual, emotional and missional growth
Gen Z: The Culture, Beliefs and Motivations Shaping the Next Generation
Barna Group and Impact 360 Institute
The scoop: Comprehensive research report outlining the Gen Z worldview, lifestyle
and trends, including contributions to help you disciple tomorrow’s leaders
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