In an age of declining attendance, reduced giving, closing parishes, and aging members, successful ministry in the coming decade must change and adapt to new realities and opportunities. This course is a mix of leadership studies, sociology, congregational analysis, stewardship, and fund raising, and the exploration of new models for ministry. It will prepare students to interpret and understand the parish and its wider community, and develop and fund programs to respond to community needs and more fully and faithfully serve Christ in the church and in the world.