Pastors seeking to expand and enrich their ministries have access to a wealth of resources designed to support various aspects of church leadership, spiritual growth, and community engagement. Below is a curated list of 18 essential resources for pastors in their mission to nurture and grow their congregations.
Comprehensive Resources for Pastors
1. Barna Access Plus
Barna Access Plus allows you to strengthen your message, train your team and grow your church with cultural insights and practical resources, all in one place.
2. Gloo+
Gloo+ is the ultimate membership designed to empower churches to foster deeper connections, simplify communication, and amplify their impact. With Gloo+, you can reach people in your community, follow up with visitors, coordinate volunteers, and streamline communication like never before.
3. Church.Tech
Church.Tech offers time-saving tools for sermon prep, discipleship strategy, small group tools, church communication and more. This resource is built to help church staff
spend less time with technology and more time with people.
4. SermonCentral.com
Prepare Exceptional Sermons — organize your 2025 preaching calendar with biblical sermon series kits from SermonCentral, where you can find clear, flexible preaching plans for Sunday sermons.
5. Carey Nieuwhof
Carey Nieuwhof helps leaders unlock their churches’ potential and their own potential. Rather than settling for an impact smaller than you are called to make, you’ll be able to lead confidently into a future filled with growth—for yourself, your church, and your mission.
6. VisitorReach
VisitorReach empowers church leaders to grow their churches by connecting with more visitors through personalized outreach, SMS engagement, and digital strategies.
7. Faith Assistant
Faith Assistant delivers trusted, biblically grounded answers, prayer support, and personalized guidance, all designed to reflect your values and serve your community—24/7.
8. Grace Seminary’s Resource Compilation
Grace Theological Seminary provides an array of resources for pastors aimed at effective ministry. The collection includes theological articles, leadership development tools, and practical guides tailored for pastoral ministries.
9. North American Mission Board (NAMB) Pastor Resources
NAMB offers tools to encourage and equip pastors both personally and pastorally. Resources include eBooks, podcasts, and information about events, all curated to support church leaders in their growth and ministry efforts.
10. Life.Church Open Network
Life.Church’s Open Network provides over 100,000 free resources, including sermon notes, kids’ lessons, and worship materials. This extensive library empowers pastors to lead and grow their churches effectively.
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