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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.

“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

The Greasy Spoon Gospel

A local diner becomes church on Monday nights.