Transforming a local church congregation through action research

Abstract

This article proposes action research as a valuable and appropriate approach to initiate and effect change in local church congregations. It begins with a review of action research and local church contexts, suggesting that action research may be a helpful and relevant methodology for church leaders to consider. The author then considers a case study of how action research has been implemented in his own congregational context. In conclusion, the author reflects on some of the possibilities and problems associated with using action research in a church. © 2001, Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.