Proactive Steps for Congregational Budget Success
Did your congregation struggle last year with budget shortfalls? If so, you’re not alone. Many congregations deal with being “in the red,” often due to…
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Andreá Cummings
Dr. Andreá Cummings is the lead pastor of Zion United Methodist Church in Lexington Park, Maryland. She teaches evangelism for the Arkansas Area of Course of Study School and is a published author with expertise in congregational vitality, evangelism, leadership, and liturgy.
Congregational Vitality Begins with An Inward Journey
If there are internal conflicts within your worshipping community, will others want to worship at your church? Pastor Andreá Cummings invites us to consider the…
9 Essential Steps for the First 90 Days in a New Ministry
Starting a new ministry is both exciting and challenging. As you enter a fresh ministry context, you’ll encounter unique dynamics within your congregation, whether you’re…
Embrace the Fullness of Holy Week
Holy Week is more than Palm Sunday and Easter—it’s a transformative journey. As Holy Week approaches, Andreá Cummings invites us to expand our Holy Week…
Prepare for Lent and Engage Meaningful and Life-Changing Practices
As Lent approaches, it’s a time for both clergy and laity to deepen their spiritual practices. Andreá Cummings invites us to commit to meaningful growth…