Dec 22, 2025 · Alban at Duke helps leaders connect and learn from one another by sharing practical wisdom, stories of thriving congregations and transformational models of ministry.

For 40 years, the Alban name has been synonymous with building up congregations and their leaders. Founded in 1974 by the Rev. Loren Mead, The Alban Institute pioneered new ways of enabling …

Alban books are now available from Bloomsbury The full Alban catalog includes books on congregational leadership, church size and its impact on dynamics, missions and outreach, and more.

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From The Power of Asset Mapping: How Your Congregation Can Act on Its Gifts by Luther K. Snow. Copyright © 2004 by The Alban Institute, Inc. All rights reserved.

Alban at Duke Divinity School helps leaders connect and learn from one another by sharing practical wisdom, stories of thriving congregations and transformational models of ministry.

Dec 22, 2025 · The church’s ancient rhythms push back against our culture’s relentless pace

Because you may be looking for a little help in preparing to preach Advent this year, Alban is offering a three-week online short course that will provide you with new insights into Scripture and with specific …

Jan 16, 2007 · Building Blocks: An Anthropological Approach to Congregational Size Posted on January 16, 2007 by Alban Staff

Jul 2, 2008 · In fact, nothing could be further from the truth. Having worked with a number of these congregations in my years as a senior consultant for the Alban Institute, I have become intentional …