Ideas

Community Presbyterian Church: A Warm Meal and a Welcome

Visitors have described the center as a place that “restores your faith in humanity.”

Right Gear, Right Time

Keeping the gospel central is what keeps a church healthy and growing, not extravagant AVL productions.

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

Church Supports Parents of Kids With Mental Health Issues

Heart Matters ministry at Eastern Hills Community Church in Colorado provides space for parents to share and learn.

Try This: Host a Movie Night During Memorial Day Weekend

Use the long weekend to your advantage—throw a movie night! An outreach idea for kids and families.

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.