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Kingdom Fellowship AME Church: ‘A Heart for the People’

Kingdom Fellowship also carries on the tradition of addressing community needs. “The Black church has always seen itself as providing not just spiritual leadership, but holistic leadership,” Pastor Matthew Watley says.

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

Idea Starter: Family-Friendly Outdoor Movie Night

What an easy and fun way to foster community in your neighborhood!

Kick Start a Karate Ministry

How one church uses martial arts to minister to local kids

Try This: Fourth of July Event Ideas

Tips for how to connect with your community on America's birthday.

How to Use Hashtags

Hashtags can be an effective tool for spreading the word about your church, if used strategically.

Online Connections: Granger Community Church

Granger Community Church Uses Geocoding to Reach Out

1800s Re-creation Draws Community

A New York church transforms its property into a 19th century village, drawing crowds ... and new attendees.

Art Ministry Community Connection

A church in L.A. reaches its community of creatives through an arts ministry.

“I Expected More” – Lessons From a Mystery Visit

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