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.

Taking Action to Connect: Action Church in Florida

Pastor Justin Dailey talks about how to start conversations while showing love.

Tennessee Church Makes God’s Word Known to the Hearing-Impaired

Burns Church of Christ builds an inclusive ministry where deaf members can fit in, find Christ and make friends.

How Churches Can Serve the Deaf Community

“It’s a joy to see deaf people wanting to learn the truth of God’s Word with an open mind and a willing heart."

Indiana Church Feeds Community With ‘Blessing Boxes’

"We never would’ve guessed that by stepping out in faith, God would grow this ministry so much.”

Try This: Open a Booth at Your State or County Fair

The benefits of setting up shop at your county or state fair are numerous—from name recognition to evangelism.

Try This: 5 Steps to Creating a Christmas Store for Low-Income Families

Follow the plan of several Chicago-area churches, who served more than 200 families and nearly 550 children.

6 Ways to Cultivate a Culture of Service in Your Church

"Having trouble lining up volunteers? Here is how to cultivate a culture where people will be asking to serve."

Miami Church Repurposes Familiar Ideas to Attract an Eclectic Congregation

Church plant is committed to being a church for people who don't fit in at other churches.