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Embrace Church: Real Transformation

The church’s success is a testament to divine grace working through flawed people, Pastor Adam Weber insists. Embrace’s goal-setting process, called “traction,” has also multiplied its congregation.

CenterPoint Church: A Steady Presence in Long Island

“Our focus is always on reaching the lost and those who are far from God. We just keep honoring God, trying to reach our community, being missional and attractional, and person by person, they keep coming through the doors.” - Pastor Brian McMillan

Making a Difference in Montana

This Montana church began to visit people in their homes and deliver food and supplies monthly. Today, the ministry takes a holistic approach to serving Native American communities.

South Carolina Church Provides Handmade Beds for Needy Children

Central UMC's volunteer-led bed ministry provides handmade beds for local children in need.

Back to School: 4 Outreach Ideas

This back-to-school season, instead of focusing on just the students, support the people who support the students.

Steel Drum Ministry Engages Multicultural Congregation in the Bronx

Westchester UMC's steel drum ministry play all genres of music, including reggae, rhythm and blues, and traditional.

Florida Church Reaches Out With Mobile Immigration Clinic

First UMC in Homestead provides professional assistance for immigrants in the community.

Church Reaches Community With Farmers’ Market

Christ UMC in Mobile, Alabama, serves 500 people at weekly farmers' market outreach.

6 Ways to Take Your Fall Festival to the Next Level

Try these six ideas to maximize your fall festival's ability to reach new members of your community.

Georgia Church Brings Hope to Savannah’s Inner City

First Assembly of God's Life Bridge ministry provides a safe environment for inner-city kids in Savannah.

How Safe Are Your Kids? 4 Children’s Ministry Security Checks

Four simple ways to test the security in your children's ministry area.