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The Congregational Consulting Group, organized in 2014 by former consultants of the Alban Institute, is a network of independent consultants. We publish PERSPECTIVES for Congregational Leaders—thoughts on topics of interest to leaders of congregations and other purpose-driven organizations. —  Dan Hotchkiss, editor

Loren B. Mead, founder of the Alban Institute

  Loren B. Mead 1930—2018 Loren B. Mead, founder of the Alban Institute, died at home in Alexandria, Virginia on May 5, 2018. We are grateful for Loren’s wisdom and persistent energy. He invented many new ways to help congregations by consulting with them, learning about them, and sharing insights and ideas generated in the …

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Dr. David Brubaker joins the Consultants

A message from Susan Nienaber: I am so very pleased to announce that David Brubaker is joining our consulting group effective July 1st. I have known Dave for many years as someone who is a bright and skillful consultant and teacher, a great writer and colleague. Dave is no stranger to us. He wrote the …

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