Ideas

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.”

Trinity Baptist Church: Follow the Clues

The children’s ministry at Trinity Baptist Church in Kerrville, Texas, created a gospel-centered escape room that was a big hit.

25 Winter Outreach Ideas

This winter and holiday season, try these 25 idea starters to reach your community in creative ways.

How One Georgia Church Connects With Their Community

Serving Neighbors Practically, Spiritually and Relationally Through Laundry Outreach

Kansas Church Embraces Deaf Refugees

If deaf refugees can see their worth, they can pursue their lifelong dreams.

“The Pastor Stood on a Diving Board”—Lessons From a Mystery Visitor

An unchurched person reports on an unannounced visit to a local church. Could it be yours?

2 Ways to Fuel Your Youth Ministry

"What fuels your youth ministry? What fuels you? What are the things that give you strength and power?"

Transforming Cities and People: The Orchard Develops Urban Space for Church and Community

“What if a space could revitalize a community, inspire the human spirit and foster connections?”

Crossroads Cincinnati: The Fastest-Growing Church in America, 2017

“We're excited that God’s Word is still true: The harvest is great," says Senior Pastor Brian Tome.

Eastside Christian Church: No. 2 Fastest-Growing Church, 2017

"There is so much vision for the future that there’s a pervasive sense that we are just getting started."

Shepherd Church: No. 3 Fastest-Growing Church, 2017

“Not a day goes by that I don’t meet somebody whose life has been changed by God’s amazing grace."