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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.

What Your Tech Director Needs You to Know

Any tech leader worth their salt knows their church’s gear, budget and team resources inside and out. Furthermore, they have the same goal as you—to share the gospel.

5 Creative Ideas for Welcoming New Guests

Try these helpful tips to engage guests with greater effectiveness in your church.

“They Made Me Feel Welcome”—Lessons From a Mystery Visit

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

Making Connections in Toronto: Neighborhood Connections Church

A Downtown Toronto Ministry Grows Organically Into a Church

Canine Comfort for Seniors: Atonement Lutheran Church

An Ohio Church Brings Comfort Dog on Visits to Seniors

Try This: Serve First-Responders on Labor Day

Express your community’s appreciation to those whose work means so much.

Building Truth: Sunnybrook Community Church

Senior Pastor Jeff Moes says, “Doing what you say you’re going to do builds trust, loyalty and connection.”

Small Groups: Beyond the Meetings

Shift your small group’s focus outward by going beyond your meetings.

A Safe Harbor: Manteno Church of the Nazarene

An Illinois Church Welcomes Kids With “Special Abilities”