Ideas

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.

25 Winter Outreach Ideas

This winter and holiday season, try these 25 idea starters to reach your community in creative ways.

Life-Change Stories: 8 Photography Tips

"Photos can be used to demonstrate the life-changing power of Christ. Try to capture that power photographically."

College Ministry Thrives at Korean UMC in Indiana

There are less than 50 permanent members in the congregation, but as many as 150 students populate the college ministry.

Montana Church Opens Full-Service Restaurant

Canyon Life Church in Cascade converts 113-year-old building into community eatery.

Illinois Students ‘Go Loco’ for Christ

Students from various churches in Dixon participate in a week-long community service event.

Megachurch World: A Thriving Church of University Students

“Outreach to the university is our no. 1 trait,” says a New Zealand megachurch pastor.

Teams That Trigger Relationships: The Life Church in Virginia

Associate Pastor Josh Baird describes Life Church's new program—Fusion—and why teams are the catalyst for connection.

“The Church Was Friendly and I Felt Welcomed”—Lessons From a Mystery Visit

An unchurched person reports on an unannounced visit to a local church. Could it be yours?

Grace Place Isn’t Just a Church, But a Community Destination

“This fresh, outside-the-box, community-oriented, architectural-evangelism approach totally aligned with our church culture.”