Ideas

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.”

Try This: 6 Ways to Minister to the Unemployed

Try these six outreach ideas

Plan an Unconventional Easter Season

Outside-the-box ideas to reach the community throughout the spring

Try This: Create a Winter Wonderland With Fake Snow

Give communities with warmer climates a wintry experience.

To Nurture and Develop: Pittsburgh Baptist Church

Pittsburgh Baptist Church Nurtures Start-Up Ethnic Churches Until They’re Strong Enough to Stand on Their Own

Try This: Throw an Ice-Skating Party

Use this nonthreatening winter pastime to connect with your community.

Washing Walkers and Wheelchairs for Older Adults: Christ UMC in Oklahoma

Enlist children and youth to help serve local senior citizens.

Reach Your Community With Creative Ideas for Lent

Easter isn't the only day with outreach opportunities in the spring. Consider using the 40 days of Lent, too.