Also refer to the Rural Links page for more resources.

Check out the Rural Bookshelf

"Closing the Doors: Procedures at the time of the closure of a congregation"
This kit was assembled by former Conference Minsiter Nancy Knox and the Rural Life Committee to assist congregaations facing closure. It is available from the Conference Office by contacting Judy Ormshaw at
1-888-759-2444 or 613-398-1051 or by email.

Alive and Kicking by Marvin Anderson, PhD., March 2008
Using seven lenses for assessment, Alive and Kicking [PDF: 78 pp/363 KB] brings together the history of rural ministry in the United Church, current research on rural ministry, and stories of rural congregations across Canada.
Alive and Kicking