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Quay Church: Sled Dogs Over Show Dogs

The area’s unique demographics—theme park employees, young professionals, retirees and tourism workers—have led to a congregation with an eclectic mix of people.

Boyd Avenue Baptist Church: Open Invite

Some of the players on the women’s basketball team were initially reluctant to come until a woman from the congregation befriended them.

Greenwood Baptist Church: No Strings Attached

The church leadership purposefully lowers what they ask their people to do so that anyone—introverts, kids, the elderly—can be involved.

New Jersey Church Creates Congregation for People With Disabilities

Friends to Friends Community Church in New Jersey welcomes people with developmental and physical disabilities.

Traditional Compline Service Draws Millennials

Christ Church Anglican in Georgia attracts college students with Sunday night liturgical service.

Honolulu Church Plant Provides Rehabilitative Employment

Bluewater Mission opens restaurant to care for those affected by human trafficking, incarceration and homelessness.

It Starts With Cookies: James River Church

Missouri church employs cookies and hospitality to retain first-time guests.

UMC Merger Brings New Life to Dallas Community

Oak Cliff UMC dissolves, becomes incorporated into Tyler Street UMC.

How Tumblr Can Boost Your Youth Ministry

A brief overview of Tumblr and how you can use it to stay connected with the students in your ministry.

Florida Church Still Going Strong After 175 Years

Since 1840, First Presbyterian Church of Jacksonville has remained a staple of the northeastern Florida community.

“The Mood Was Electric and Bustling”—Lessons From a Mystery Visit

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