Ideas

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.

Online Small Groups, International Reach: Community Bible Church

Community Bible Church Offers Plentiful Online Groups

Try This: Hold a Health Fair for Senior Citizens

Serve older adults by providing health screenings and vital information.

Changing Oil, Changing Lives: Christ Community Church in Nebraska

Enlist volunteers with experience as mechanics to help single moms with basic car maintenance.

Attract the Unchurched With Paintball

Offer a low-cost paintball option to the entire community.

Try This: Scavenger Hunt to Help the Homeless

Creatively modify a traditional pastime to benefit the less fortunate.

Idea Starter: Reverse-Pay Car Wash

Show generosity and keep cars clean this summer.

Try This: Offer Swimming Lessons

Fun in the water is a great way to connect with kids and their families.

Try This: Beat the Heat

During sweltering summer months, make your church a place for people to cool off.