Ideas

Pantano Christian Church: A Change of Life

Making people feel welcome is everyone’s job. Pantano sees a wide diversity in the congregation across nearly every demographic: ethnicity, race, socioeconomic, etc.

Long Hollow Church: Blooms of Love

In addition to bouquets, widows receive gifts including devotionals, truffles and tea towels on Valentine's Day.

Does Your Youth Ministry Contain This Key Piece?

Jesus didn’t separate following him from sharing him, and neither should we.

“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.”

Think About Values, Then Think About Vision: Storyline Fellowship

"Drill down on your values, and let your vision flow from what makes you feel most alive."

Why the ’80 Percent Rule’ Is Wrong: Mosaic Christian Church

"Have we been killing the very vibe that attracts people to church in the first place?"

Celebrate Generosity: Madison Church

"Our ability to raise funds has been an essential part of our church’s ministry and mission."

Culture Before Strategy: New City Church

"The further you get away from your launch date, the more likely you are to drift from the core values you have for your team."

No Excuses: Village Church

"We must not confuse Jesus with the imperfect people who try to follow him."

We Plan, But God Directs: The Bridge Church

"We learned an important lesson that week: Sometimes God calls you to exchange your plans for his, in order to care for his people."