Thriving Rural Communities and Church Relationships

Exploring the close-knit relationships and collaborative efforts within rural communities, focusing on empowering rural congregations in North Carolina. The chapter discusses the value of community, intergenerational interactions, shared meals in churches, and the role of rural churches as catalysts for community transformation. It also touches on the challenges and importance of growth and survival for rural congregations while emphasizing the need to embody the gospel and engage with the community.