Changing Course

There are thousands of churches dotting the American landscape that have lost their way. They may well have a storied history, but attendance is lagging and few, if any, people are coming to faith in Christ through their ministries. Meanwhile, their witness and influence are desperately needed in their communities. How can these churches experience a change of direction and get back on course? How can they recapture a sense of passion for the mission Jesus has given them to fulfill?



This book was written with the hope that these churches can experience spiritual renewal and once again make a dynamic kingdom difference in their communities. It will provide some practical steps for churches to begin to move in a new direction and share stories of churches that have already started this journey. Lift your sails in to the wind of the Holy Spirit so that He can steer your church in a new direction and propel it forward.

Terry Smith lives in Mechanicsburg, PA. He has been in ministry with the Christian and Missionary Alliance since 1981 and currently serves as Lead Pastor at Immanuel Church and also as Assistant to the Superintendent of the Eastern PA district of the CMA. He holds degrees from Toccoa Falls College and Crown College. He and his wife Ruth have two adult sons.