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The Church at Brook Hills: Language of Love

Senior Pastor Matt Mason says Brook Hills’ ESL program is, in its own way, reaching the world for Christ.

10 Ways to Safeguard Your Church in the Digital Age

In an increasingly digital world, faith-based organizations and ministries of all sizes must prioritize cybersecurity to safeguard sensitive data, financial records and personal information.

Protecting the Generosity That Fuels the Church

Without strong checks and balances in place, financial teams could be at risk from bad actors who could steal data and potentially even donations.

Cultural Immersion

Texas youth spend missions trip on Wyoming Indian reservation.

Try This: Take Out Trash for Hung-Over College Students

Some college students are far from God, but meet them where they are with the love of Jesus.

Limos of Love

Church acquires a limo to bring homebound seniors to church in style

Start Planning Early for VBS

VBS may not be until summer, but start your planning six months out to ensure everything is ready when summer arrives.

Doing a Few Things Well: Lamb of God Lutheran Church

Be very clear about doing one thing and doing it well, not several things in a “kinda-sorta” way. Make it the thing people see and say, “Oh, yeah, that’s the church that feeds the homeless.”

A Healing River: River of Life Christian Church

Tong Liu: “People are broken spiritually and suffer from physical diseases, so we focus on a healing ministry, and that really draws a lot of people to Christ.”

“They Value Community”—Lessons From a Mystery Visit

An unchurched person reports on an unannounced visit to Triumph Church in Detroit, Mich.

High Impact in Arizona: Impact Church

With God's help, Impact Church has gone from nearly dying to now thriving and expanding. It's the #9 Fastest- Growing Church in the U.S. in 2013.