Helping Chart a Course to Thriving Ministry
Samford University’s Center for Congregational Resources exists to come alongside communities of faith and their leaders, helping them chart a course to thriving ministry. The Center began in 2003, as part of Lilly Endowment’s nationwide Sustaining Pastoral Excellence initiative. At that time, the Center’s mission was primarily focused on clergy renewal and continuing education. Now the Center also provides services and resources designed to help congregations. We can be your partner on the journey, helping you chart a course toward your God-given vision for mission and ministry.
Center Staff
![Photo of Keri Burns](/congregational-resources/images/Burns-Keri.jpg)
Keri Burns
Director
Center for Congregational Resources
133 Brooks Hall
![Photo of Bryan Gill](/programs/professional-studies/images/Gill-Bryan-D.webp)
Bryan D. Gill
Director of University Assessment and Accreditation
206A Samford Hall
![Photo of Jennifer McClure Haraway](/arts-and-sciences/directory/images/Haraway-Jennifer-McClure.jpg)
Jennifer McClure Haraway
Associate Professor of Religion and Sociology, Congregational Research Strategist
Biblical and Religious Studies and Geography and Sociology
216 Chapman Hall