Ideas

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.

Offer Shorter Small Group Options

Idea Starter: The Journey church allows newcomers to build connections without pressure to get involved right away

Try This: Ask the Unchurched How to Make Your Church More Appealing

Idea Starter: Find out what your church is lacking by asking the unchurched

Live Stream Your Church’s Sermons Where You’d Never Expect to See Them

Idea Starter: Reach the unchurched via live-streaming in the most unlikely of settings

Try This: Surprise Employees of Local Businesses With Gifts of Gratitude

Idea Starter: Show store employees that your church appreciates their presence and hard work on your community

Try This: Kick Your Annual Live Nativity Up a Notch

Include live animals, a first-century Jerusalem marketplace, costumed townspeople, camel rides for kids and hot drinks for all

New Life at Waters Edge: Waters Edge Church

Stuart Hodges: “We are a church that has been successful at reaching unchurched people. When you reach unchurched people, they reach other unchurched people.”

Ask Members to Commit to Weekly Worship, Serving and Bible Study

Idea Starter: Savannah Christian Church challenges members to three hours a week in God

Try This: Neighborhood Party Planning With a Purpose

Idea Starter: Casual, home-based gatherings are an easy way to incorporate the unchurched into a Christian environment.