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Crossroads Church: Make Yourself at Home

“We have worked very intentionally to create a family home feel as we have grown from 300 to now 3,000.” -Pastor Matt Thrasher

Faith Assembly: Enter the Mission Field

Faith Assembly offers a range of ministries aimed at every age group and stage of life so people can encounter Jesus.

Fight Church: A Fighting Chance

“Here was a people group that wasn’t being served by any form of chaplaincy like many major sports have,” says Pastor Joshua Boyd, of the local MMA community. “And they needed care just like anyone else.”

Watch Out! Your Actions Speak the Gospel Louder Than Words

"There is a great way to strengthen your faith, reach others with the gospel message and be a light to the world for Christ."

Volunteer Ministry’s Music Has Transformative Effect on Seniors and the Disabled

St. Paul of the Cross Catholic Church's music ministry enlivens disadvantaged patients in Illinois.

“They Were Happy and Helpful”—Lessons From a Mystery Visit

An unchurched person reports on an unannounced visit to a local church. Could it be yours?

Super-Sized Youth Ministry: Massachusetts Church Creates Safe Space for Teens

The average Sunday morning attendance at Old South Union is 250, but the average attendance for youth group is 500 to 550.

College Outreach Ministers to Intoxicated Students: How One Church Does It

The ministry at Brockport United Methodist Church serves more than 300 students each night.

Kids First: The Avenue Church in Texas

Lead Pastor David Brown shares how The Avenue Church prioritizes their kids ministry—with great results.

Collaborating for Diversity: Pastor Network Builds on Multiethnic Ministries

“By working and worshipping together as one, these pastors hope to represent Christ as a peacemaking force in their city.”

Kids Camp Brings Gospel, Life Change to Foster Youth

Royal Family kids camp partners with churches to host weeklong summer camps and a mentoring program for foster children.