Ideas

Quay Church: Sled Dogs Over Show Dogs

The area’s unique demographics—theme park employees, young professionals, retirees and tourism workers—have led to a congregation with an eclectic mix of people.

Boyd Avenue Baptist Church: Open Invite

Some of the players on the women’s basketball team were initially reluctant to come until a woman from the congregation befriended them.

Greenwood Baptist Church: No Strings Attached

The church leadership purposefully lowers what they ask their people to do so that anyone—introverts, kids, the elderly—can be involved.

Christmas Outreach: 4 Ideas for Small Groups

Get your small groups planning now and praying for ways they can reach out during the holidays.

Illinois Church’s Ministry to Veterans Blesses Entire Church

First Christian Church of East Moline rallies the congregation behind a unique outreach to the community.

Try This: Car Donation Ministry

Invite your congregation to donate cars, and give them to those needing transportation to jobs, school, appointments, etc.

25 Fall Outreach Ideas

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

September Is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month—How Your Church Can Participate

This September, join the discussion, help those fighting suicidal thoughts, and support family and friends.

‘Adopt-a-Ministry’ Program Connects Small Groups to Service at Atlanta Church

The Church of the Apostles encourages church members to get more involved with local ministries.

Philadelphia Church Adopts a Grass-Roots Approach to Community Outreach

Members at St. James UMC embrace all means possible to find out what the community wants and needs.

Northern Lights Above LA: California Church’s New Design Shines as a City on a Hill

“We’ve succeeded in creating a warm and welcoming environment that honors God in all the details.”