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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.”

Megachurch World: How Large-Church Models Can Help Leaders Dream Big

UK Pastor: Growing up in a Megachurch “Shaped Me in Every Way.” So, What’s Happening Now?

A Community Partnership: Crosspointe Church in North Carolina

A North Carolina church and YMCA break ground on a mixed-used destination for the community.

Reaching the Community Through Health-Focused Classes

The Intersection church meets unique needs in its neighborhood: a free way to exercise and a means to eat nutritiously.

Grief Ministry Offers Hope and Healing Through Facebook

St. Joseph Catholic Church in Arkansas creates online support community for those dealing with grief.

New Jersey Church Hosts Monthly Pay-What-You-Can Dinner

“People can dine with dignity,” explains Rev. Paul Jeanes III, pastor of Trinity Church. “Nobody knows who pays and who doesn’t.”

Family + Missions: Kingsland Baptist Church in Texas

Senior Pastor Ryan Rush: Sharing True Fulfillment by Connecting Church, Suburban Families and Missions

Establishing the Foundation: Texas Church’s Premarital Program Keeps Gospel at the Center

At the Austin Stone Community Church, engaged couples commit to a robust, 9-week marriage preparation program.

Caring for Caregivers: Ministry Offers Practical and Social Support

North Carolina church sends out "care buddies" who encourage senior caregivers with cards, prayer, calls and visits.