Ideas

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.

Congregation’s Generous Act Catches Nation’s Eye

Sycamore Creek Church in Pickerington, Ohio, ends up in the national spotlight after surprising pizza delivery driver with $1,046 tip.

Disciples Making Disciples: First Baptist Raytown

First Baptist Raytown Offers Several Avenues for Discipleship

Reaching Families: Silverlake Church

Silverlake Church Connects to Community Through Families

A Sending Church: The Summit Church

The Summit Church in Durham, N.C., Focuses on Sending Instead of Gathering

Designing Space for Mission

"We are called to dig postmodern wells where the Samaritan woman of today can get a drink and have a conversation."

A Culture of Caring: Victory Family Church

Victory Family Church Creates Atmosphere of Care and Evangelism

Pray for One: Manchester Christian Church

Manchester Christian Church Doubles as Result of Evangelistic Prayer Campaign

Learning, Launching and Loving: Beltway Park Church

Beltway Park Church Learns From Mistakes; Grows