Ideas

The Gift of Life

For the small church, a blood drive is an easy, no-cost way to give to others, and is perhaps more impactful and life-changing (and life-saving) than any amount of money could be.

Podcasting Ministry the Easy Way

By transforming livestreams into podcasts, ministries can transcend geographical boundaries and time constraints, and build communities beyond physical barriers.

After Easter, Now What?

The season after Easter is a great time to launch a new small group series or a new Bible study plan, and of course, to launch an outreach project for the church to join and make a major impact.

Funding a Church Plant Through eBay

Pastor Sells Donated Goods to Fund Church Plant

Netherlands: If Here, Then Anywhere? Bethel Church

The touch of God began in an aged, discouraged and divided congregation. Few imagined what the church was to become.

“A Lot of Fun to Experience” — Lessons From a Mystery Visit

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

A Place of Healing: Corcoran First

A Church Averts Closure by Addressing the Most Serious Community Needs.

Organic Growth Through Host Groups

Albuquerque, N.M. Church's New Campuses Emerge Through an Innovative Model

Reverse Retention: Disciple and Send

Lead Pastor Jason Brinker shares why First Baptist Jacksonville can't do retention.

Megachurch World: Learning From the International Church

As Christianity grows outside of North America, so does the potential to learn from their ministry innovations.

Something Bigger Than "Us": The Crossing

The Crossing Focuses on Serving Kids, the Community, and the World