The Small Church Advantage
Seven powerful worship practices that work best in small settings
The vast majority of congregations in the U.S. are small--with fewer than 100 weekly worshipers. This book introduces a powerful, unexpected set of tools: seven small-setting strengths in offering worship.
It’s designed to start a new conversation and guide a plan among pastors and laity.
7 worship strengths of small congregations
7 short lessons for the whole Church
3 unexpected conversations for small congregations to lead
What Others Are Saying About The Small Church Advantage
"The Small Church Advantage is the best book on the small church I have ever read."
Tex Sample
Robert B. and Kathleen Rogers Professor Emeritus of Church and Society, Saint Paul School of Theology
"Stewart’s book offers a hopeful vision and practical resources for vital small church worship"
F. Douglas Powe, Jr.
Director of Lewis Center for Church Leadership
Wesley Theological Seminary
"The Small Church Advantage belongs in the hands of both clergy and laity."
Susan Marie Smith
Episcopal Priest, Retired Professor of Worship,
Scholar of Lay Ministry
"The result is an accessible, creative, and practical resource..."
E Byron (Ron) Anderson
Styberg Professor of Worship
Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary
"Finally, a book for small churches from someone who understands and appreciates small churches!"
Allen Stanton
Author of
Reclaiming Rural: Building Thriving Rural Congregations
"Teresa’s work has transformed the way we do worship."
Rebecca Stredney
Pastor, Great Plains Conference of the United Methodist Church
"In this remarkable, small book, Stewart demonstrates that smaller churches aren’t inferior; they have an advantage."
Mike Graves
William K. McElvaney Professor Emeritus of Preaching and Worship, Saint Paul School of Theology
