Ideas

Quay Church: Sled Dogs Over Show Dogs

The area’s unique demographics—theme park employees, young professionals, retirees and tourism workers—have led to a congregation with an eclectic mix of people.

Boyd Avenue Baptist Church: Open Invite

Some of the players on the women’s basketball team were initially reluctant to come until a woman from the congregation befriended them.

Greenwood Baptist Church: No Strings Attached

The church leadership purposefully lowers what they ask their people to do so that anyone—introverts, kids, the elderly—can be involved.

Small Texas Church Expands Food Pantry After Arson

Family of Faith Worship Center in Waco turns tragedy into an even greater outreach to the community.

Try This: Encourage Your Small Groups to Help Mothers for Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is the perfect time to kick off a set of small groups for women interested in helping mothers across the globe.

Church for the Homeless: Shades of Grace in Tennessee

United Methodist congregation in the Appalachian Mountains has become a haven for the homeless.

100 Years, 100 Houses: Texas Church Celebrates Two Milestones

Highland Park UMC in Dallas celebrates its 100th anniversary with dedication of 100th Habitat for Humanity house.

Try This: 3 Spring Break Outreach Ideas

Use spring break as an opportunity to connect with and serve your neighborhood’s teens and children.

Mother’s Day … At a Pregnancy Center Near You

Three ways you can support one of the U.S.'s 2,500 crisis pregnancy centers for Mother's Day.

Ramp Ministry Makes Way for Seniors in South Carolina

Volunteers at St. John's United Methodist Church build handicap accessible ramps at facilities in community.

Virginia Church’s Manicure Ministry Blesses Senior Ladies

Volunteers at Great Bridge Baptist Church create fun for residents at nearby assisted living center.