Growth Cycles of Congregations Explained Part of Congregational Life Cycles By Renee Ruchotzke, Central East Region of the UUA February 4, 2018 Is you congregation growing, static or in decline? This video, based on the book Taking Your Church to the Next Level: What Got You Here Won't Get You There by Gary L. McIntosh PREVIOUS: Five Types of Growth UP: Renewing a Plateauing Congregation NEXT: Sparking Creativity: Yes We Can If... Get a print-friendly version of Congregational Life Cycles, including all sub-pages.