Ideas

The Block Church: See You at the Block

The spiritual dynamic of The Block Church changed dramatically when the leadership made the decision to raise up and develop an intercessors ministry.

North Jersey Vineyard Church: The Edge of Ministry

The congregation is about 25% white, 40% Latino, 20% Asian and 15% to 20% African American and African. Eighty different nationalities are represented in the church, and 475 people made first-time commitments to Jesus during services in 2024.

Oak Park Church: Outreach in the City

Rather than solely coming alongside communities following major natural disasters, the church decided to use the ministry’s life-saving—and life-giving—equipment year-round.

One Individual at a Time: Grace Church of Greater Akron

No. 80 Fastest-Growing: Grace Church of Greater Akron in Ohio Embraces a Heart for Evangelism

Empowered Leaders: Christ Community Church

No. 72 Fastest-Growing: Christ Community Church’s Pastoral-Residency Program Leads to Growth in Kansas and Missouri

A Vision for the City: Lifehouse Church

No. 58 Fastest-Growing: Maryland’s Lifehouse Church Reaches More Through Meeting at Different Venues

Atmosphere of Grace: Journey Church

No. 60 Fastest-Growing: Journey Church in Wisconsin Credits Its People for Moving the Vision Forward

Back to Basics: Eastside Christian Church

No. 2 Fastest-Growing: Eastside Christian Church in Southern California Meets Goals via Accountability and Strategy

Hope for All: Shepherd Church

No. 3 Fastest-Growing: Shepherd Church in California Teaches That Peace Comes From Knowing Jesus

A Truth Oasis: Cornerstone Chapel

No. 9 Fastest-Growing: Cornerstone Chapel in Virginia Addresses the Culture With Truth, Knowledge and Hope

New Building, New Opportunities: Relevant Church

No. 13 Fastest-Growing: Relevant Church in Georgia Models Authentic Leadership