James Lemler is priest-in-charge of historic Christ Episcopal Church in Greenwich, Connecticut and the former Director of Mission for the Episcopal Church. He has also served the church as a leading pastor and preacher, former dean of Seabury-Western Theological Seminary and a consultant in the area of philanthropy, stewardship, and congregational development. He resides in Greenwich, Connecticut. Church Publishing, founded in 1918, is a publisher of trade books for general readers (inspiration, leadership, financial wellness, social justice), academic works, and professional church resources, including a suite of electronic products. It publishes The Book of Common Prayer, The Hymnal 1982, and content used in the liturgy, faith formation, and mission of The Episcopal Church.

• A Note from the Publisher Series Preface AcknowledgmentsChapter 1: Leadership as Sacramental Vocation Katherine Tyler Scott Chapter 2: With Open and Courageous Hearts: 47 Tools for Evangelism David Gortner Chapter 3: Making Disciples Linda L. Grenz Chapter 4: The Vital Congregation James Lemler Chapter 5: Suggested Routes in Stewardship C. K. Robertson