Hello and happy Friday! I have written a book for church leaders and group leaders on the topic of Sunday school. The manuscript has been turned in to a publisher in Nashville this week, and I’m asking you to pray for its successful acceptance into their pipeline of work. It contains very practical helps for churches and groups that want to grow their Sunday school ministry. Prayers are appreciated! More on this after it is accepted.

Now that this week is just about over, I’ve gathered some content from around the web. Much of this has been written by friends and colleagues, and I hope you’ll have time to read a few before the weekend is over.

Thanks, as always, for following this blog. You’ve made is a great success! Thousands of you follow it daily, and for that I’m eternally grateful!

Shoulder to shoulder,

Ken Braddy

• 5 future developments coming to the church
• Why every leader needs a sabbatical (podcast with Michael Hyatt)
• 3 tips for the introverted small group leader
• Benefits of starting Sunday School on time, Part 1
• Benefits of starting Sunday School on time, Part 2