Small Church Coaching
Books by Pastor Samuel Peters
Books to Help Your Church Clarify Its Mission and Grow Stronger in Christ
For more than four decades, I’ve served and walked alongside smaller churches navigating seasons of change, challenge, and renewal. These books were written to strengthen pastors, encourage disciples, and help congregations rediscover their God-given mission. Whether you’re leading, learning, or longing for fresh direction, you’ll find practical wisdom and pastoral encouragement for the journey ahead.
Featured Titles
"Rebuilding Stronger: Navigating the Post-Pandemic Landscape of Worship" by Sam Peters is a compassionate guide for faith communities facing the challenges of a post-pandemic world. Drawing on extensive research, personal experience, and insights from religious leaders, Peters offers practical strategies to revitalize and reimagine worship practices.
This timely book addresses key topics such as integrating technology while preserving the sacred, healing from emotional and spiritual trauma, fostering inclusivity, and reinvigorating communal rituals. With empathy and theological insight, Peters empowers both clergy and congregants to embrace this moment as an opportunity for growth and transformation.
A beacon of hope, Rebuilding Stronger equips worship communities to not only recover but thrive, paving the way for a resilient, vibrant, and inclusive future.
For Pastors and Church Leaders
Leadership, Revitalization, Mission Clarity
A heartfelt and honest portrait of small-town ministry that celebrates the quiet faithfulness, deep relationships, and enduring hope of shepherding a local church.
A practical and hope-filled guide equipping churches to heal, adapt, and build vibrant, resilient worship communities in a post-pandemic world.
A vision-casting guide that helps small-town churches recognize their unique mission field and seize the opportunity to make a lasting Kingdom impact in their community.
Discipleship Builder: Growing in the Grace and Knowledge of Christ - Leader's Guide
Why do we need another book on disciple making?
Because spiritual growth is stagnant, the church is losing members, and we’ve forgotten how to share Christ’s story in a relational way. Traditional methods like Sunday school and Bible studies aren’t enough to nurture intimate faith in Jesus. This guide challenges us to rethink discipleship, providing practical tools to help the church engage communities, minister to neighbors, and share God’s love authentically. Rooted in years of study and practice, the Leader’s and Student’s Guides empower believers to make disciples as Jesus and the early church did—one person at a time.
Discipleship and Spiritual Growth
Devotionals and growth resources for believers.
EBooks & Devotionals
Seasonal and Special Resources
Advent, Lent, Special Studies
God Wants You to be Debt Free:
An inspirational guide to becoming the faithful steward God has always wanted you to be
About the Author
Pastor Samuel Peters is a pastor, church coach, and author with more than forty years of ministry experience serving small and mid-sized congregations. As the founder of Small Church Coaching, he equips pastors and church leaders to rediscover their One Excellent Mission, strengthen disciple-making cultures, and lead with clarity in a changing ministry landscape. Sam is passionate about helping smaller churches thrive through relational discipleship, biblical leadership, and mission-driven renewal. He and his wife Joyce enjoy life near Herrington Lake, Kentucky where you’ll often find him writing, fishing, or sharing a good meal around the table with family and friends.
"The Kitchen Table Gospel"
Bringing Jesus Back to the Center of Everyday Life
In a world of busy schedules, digital noise, and religious burnout, The Kitchen Table Gospel calls us back to something simple and powerful. The Gospel was never meant to be confined to pulpits and pews. It was always meant for the kitchen table. Jesus practiced that all the time.
This book is for everyday believers who want to share Jesus in real, relational ways—around meals, with neighbors, during coffee with friends, or in the quiet moments at home. Whether you're a pastor, small group leader, or just someone who wants to live their faith out loud without being pushy or awkward, this book will equip you to:
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Reclaim your home as holy ground
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See everyday conversations as divine opportunities
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Share your faith with love, clarity, and confidence
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Make disciples at the table, not just in the church building
Available in eBook, paperback, and hardcover, this is more than a book—it’s a spark to reignite the missional heart of your home, your church, and your community.
Grab your copy today. Start living—and sharing—the Gospel where it matters most.
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