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Embrace Church: Real Transformation

The church’s success is a testament to divine grace working through flawed people, Pastor Adam Weber insists. Embrace’s goal-setting process, called “traction,” has also multiplied its congregation.

CenterPoint Church: A Steady Presence in Long Island

“Our focus is always on reaching the lost and those who are far from God. We just keep honoring God, trying to reach our community, being missional and attractional, and person by person, they keep coming through the doors.” - Pastor Brian McMillan

Making a Difference in Montana

This Montana church began to visit people in their homes and deliver food and supplies monthly. Today, the ministry takes a holistic approach to serving Native American communities.

Try This: Cool Down Commuters on Hot Days

Offer cold water or soda on a busy street corner to passersby in the heat of the day.

Designing the Church as Today’s Town Square

How a Michigan Church Campus Became a Community Gathering Place

Food Pantry: Microchurch, Mega Impact

Bethany United Methodist Church in Enid, Okla., Is a Tiny Church Feeding Over 2,000 People Monthly

Like a Wild Goose: Wild Goose Appalachian Church

A Unique Congregation Welcomes the Spirit in the Appalachians

Try This: Treat Your Local Heroes to a Cookout

Whether you bring steaks, franks or burgers, your local firefighters will bring their appetites

Eternal Bread: Union Church

Michigan Church’s Summer Program Offers Children Practical Help

Try This: Offer Free Car Washes

Give free car washes in your church parking lot.

Rebuilding the Church: Alive Again Alliance Church

Bill Meyer: "We say that Alive Again exists for those who are not yet there. Our motto is 'Living out the love and life of Christ here, there and everywhere.'"