Download Essential Church Free for a Limited Time


I was very surprised a couple of weeks ago when David Schrader, over at bhpublishinggroup.com told me they would be offering 'Essential Church? Reclaiming a Generation of Dropouts' by Thom and Sam Rainer as a free download for a limited time.

This important book has profoundly impacted the way I view how we are operating in the church I serve, especially as we relate to younger members.

On ChurchLeadershipBooks.com you will be asked to enter your e-mail address (which will sign you up for the complimentary "Church Leadership Books" e-newsletter) and you will be able to download a PDF of all 255 pages of 'Essential Church?'

The download will only be available for a limited period of time so do it today.

Access the complimentary download of 'Essential Church?'

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