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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.

Paying for Laundry for People in Need: RiverTree Christian Church in Ohio

“Our ultimate goal is to develop intentional, consistent, Jesus-centered relationships while we are serving.”

Intentional Connection: Tech and “Touch”

Associate Pastor David Howard shares how social media and technology are shaping connection at Lexington, Ky. Immanuel Baptist

5 Tips for Expanding Your Online Sermon Audience

If you pursue the outreach aspect of your message, you can get the attention of those outside the church.

Growing and Getting Better: Elevate Life Church

Elevate Life Church Grows to 1000+ in Less Than Four Years

Try This: Teach Car Maintenance to Those Who Don’t Know It

Idea Starter: Ask your local mechanic or a car savvy church member to give a car-care clinic.

Prepare to Plant: Church Prelaunch Communication

Build an Internet presence with your local community several months ahead of a church launch. Here’s how:

Progress Out of Poverty: Progressive Community Church

Progressive Community Church builds a beacon of hope in downturned Stockton, Calif.

Try This: Holiday Ministry Game Plan

Advent will be here before you know it. It's time to map out what the Christmas season will look like at your church.