Church Profiles

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.”

Trinity Baptist Church: Follow the Clues

The children’s ministry at Trinity Baptist Church in Kerrville, Texas, created a gospel-centered escape room that was a big hit.

Morningside Bible Church: Biker Sunday

“We’re trying to establish relationships. We think that if [bikers returning to our church] didn’t happen this year, then maybe they’ll come back next year, feel more comfortable, and then come out for something else.” —Motorcycle enthusiast Duane Kraayenbrink

Mile-High Multiplication

Pathak sought a solution to reestablish the church’s identity as a truly local neighbor, of and for its community. He asked himself, What would it look like for us to build what amounts to a network of churches so we could share some resources, yet still operate like local churches?

A New Twist on an Old Idea

“But the shift in thinking was that it would become more of an outreach opportunity,” says Rev. Denise Tiedemann.

Raising Up Young Leaders: Riverview Church

Riverview Church stays strong with a healthy culture of succession.

Pastoral Humility: The Bridge Church

Transparent leadership creates a come-as-you-are environment at The Bridge.

Delivering Hope: Fuel Church

Fuel Church works to connect addicts with help.

Salt Water, Clean Water, Living Water

Creative reproducing church provides water as it plants new churches.

All About the People: Bayside Community Church

Bayside Church is focused on helping everyone connect relationally.

Making Connections: Trinity Church

Virginia congregation attributes growth to relationship building.