The Rebuilt Field Guide: Ten Steps for Getting Started (A Rebuilt Parish Book) - Softcover

Rev. Michael White is a priest of the Archdiocese of Baltimore and pastor of Church of the Nativity in Timonium, Maryland. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Loyola University Maryland and his graduate degrees in sacred theology and ecclesiology from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome.

During White’s tenure as pastor at Church of the Nativity, the church has almost tripled in weekend attendance. More importantly, commitment to the mission of the Church has grown, evidenced by the significant increase of giving and service in ministry, and much evidence of genuine spiritual renewal. White is the coauthor of Rebuilt—which narrates the story of Nativity’s rebirth—Tools for Rebuilding, Rebuilding Your Message, and The Rebuilt Field Guide

Tom Corcoran has served Church of the Nativity in Timonium, Maryland, in a variety of roles that give him a unique perspective on parish ministry and leadership. First hired as a youth minister, Corcoran has also served as coordinator of children’s ministry and director of small groups. He is lay associate to the pastor and is responsible for weekend message development, strategic planning, and staff development.

Corcoran is the coauthor of Rebuilt—which narrates the story of Nativity’s rebirth—Tools for Rebuilding, Rebuilding Your Message, and The Rebuilt Field Guide.

"In Rebuilt many of us awakened to a new reality--the greatest threat to the Church's core mission is relying on the status quo. For all who responded, 'Yes, but now what?' welcome to White and Corcoran's field guide! This is the most practical and effective tool I've seen to help parish leaders plot a course from holy discontent to making church matter." --Claire Henning, Executive Director, Parish Catalyst

"The Rebuilt Field Guide provides a wonderfully simple, straightforward, step-by-step process for any pastor and staff looking to begin the process of rebuilding their parish so that they can zero in on the mission of making disciples." --Fr. Michael Jones, Pastor, St. Pius X Catholic Church, Bowie, Maryland

"This is exactly what we needed to begin implementing culture change in our parish. White and Corcoran share how to stick to your vision while tackling the challenges you'll face, and it is truly inspiring. I can't wait to share this with the rest of our leadership and staff!" --David Landa, Director of Pastoral Life, St. Philip the Apostle Parish, Pasadena, California

"The church staff meeting has just been taken to a new level! This resource will help any parish team to grow together dynamically--and their church will never be the same again!" --Rev. Michael A. Saporito, Pastor, Parish Community of St. Helen, Westfield, New Jersey

"The Rebuilt Field Guide is a fantastic resource for pastors and parishes seeking to take up Christ's mission to make disciples. This is mandatory reading for anyone taking the call to the New Evangelization seriously!" --Katie Skerpon, Small-Group Coordinator, St. Pius X Catholic Church, Bowie, Maryland