Ideas

City Church: ‘It’s Worth Being a Little Uncomfortable’

Because we have been a church plant with steady growth, we have always had to be very openhanded and very open to change.

Pantano Christian Church: A Change of Life

Making people feel welcome is everyone’s job. Pantano sees a wide diversity in the congregation across nearly every demographic: ethnicity, race, socioeconomic, etc.

Long Hollow Church: Blooms of Love

In addition to bouquets, widows receive gifts including devotionals, truffles and tea towels on Valentine's Day.

Become an After-School Hangout

Give kids a safe place to spend time when the school day is done.

Try This: Collect School Supplies for a Local School or Students

Equip kids and their teachers for a successful academic year.

Virginia Church Promotes Suicide-Prevention Efforts

World Suicide Prevention Day is in September; raise awareness in your community.

Help Grandparents Raising Grandkids

Start a support group to help older adults cope with a return to parenting.

Try This: College Application Assistance

Connect with high school seniors as they work through this difficult task.

Idea: Start an After-School Ministry

Serve children outside the church as well as congregants’ kids with a structured, low-cost program.

Try This: Join a National Night Out Event

Engage with your community by participating in this national effort to curb crime and drug use.

Try This: Serve as Designated Drivers

Keep the community safe and connect with people at local bars, restaurants and events.