Ideas

Gateway Fellowship Church: Building Community

The key is establishing real community, authentic friendships and a true relationship with the Lord.

Passion Church: Doughnuts and Disciples

They got the word out about a Monday-night ministry for kids ages 5 to 12 called DD for JC—Dunkin’ Donuts for Jesus Christ.

7 Ways to Build Momentum This Fall

With the change of seasons and school starting back up, fall is a time when so many people reset and create their new schedules. So this is a great opportunity for your church to connect (and reconnect) people with Jesus.

A Place to Belong: First Hattiesburg

Jeff Clark: “When we got past losing all the rich people and the community influencers, we exploded in growth. It freed us up to be who we really are: a church for the unchurched.”

Try This: Bag Groceries at Self-Checkout Grocery Stores

Idea Starter: Help shoppers’ grocery store visits go much more smoothly and quickly.

Beyond Awesome Coffee: Impact Church

"You won't ever see me or my team swooping out of some green room into the church in our super pastor capes."

Welcome First-Time Guests With a Flower

Idea Starter: Offer guests a small potted plant or flower to say ‘welcome.'

Alabama's Dream Team: Church of the Highlands

Plenty of volunteer opportunities, and a system that matches members to the best ministries for them, have contributed to Church of the Highlands ranking as the nation's #6 Fastest-Growing Church.

Try This: Offer Rides Home and Bottles of Water and Gatorade for Bar Patrons

Idea Starter: When late-night partiers are most vulnerable, show them your church is there for them.

Try This: Empower Those at Risk of Contracting HIV With Knowledge

Idea Starter Offer free HIV testing and post-test Christian counseling

Try This: Collect Food for Your Local Food Pantry at Grocery Stores

Offer a free reusable shopping bag in exchange for a donation