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Crossroads Church: Make Yourself at Home

“We have worked very intentionally to create a family home feel as we have grown from 300 to now 3,000.” -Pastor Matt Thrasher

Faith Assembly: Enter the Mission Field

Faith Assembly offers a range of ministries aimed at every age group and stage of life so people can encounter Jesus.

Fight Church: A Fighting Chance

“Here was a people group that wasn’t being served by any form of chaplaincy like many major sports have,” says Pastor Joshua Boyd, of the local MMA community. “And they needed care just like anyone else.”

Make Your Announcement Segment Better

Communicate important information to your congregation concisely and effectively.

Empowering Volunteers, Gateway to Growth

How Gateway Church volunteers play a critical role in helping guests take next steps

Is Your Church Emergency Ready?

Keep your children's ministry—and the rest of the church—safe by creating an emergency preparedness plan.

Communications on the Cheap

Even on a limited budget, your church can still engage in effective communications.

The City in Its Sites: New Life Community Church

New Life Community Church Puts Jesus in the Context of Chicago’s Diverse Neighborhoods

April is Autism Awareness Month

There are lots of ways to support families with autistic children in your community.

Small Church Place of Peace

How Tippecanoe Presbyterian Church in Milwaukee, Wis., seeks to create peace in its community

Pennsylvania Church Organizes Amazing Race Youth Outreach Event

A localized version of the popular TV show helped a Pennsylvania church reach youth.