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.

Try This: 9 Ways to Support Schools, Students, Parents and Teachers

Let parents and kids alike know you’re there to support them—not only as that first day approaches, but all year long.

NYC Church Helps the Community Find Relief, Restoration and Reinvestment

“Just as it takes a village to raise a child, it takes community to emerge from poverty.”

25 Summer Outreach Ideas

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

Florida Church Looks to Re-Create the Lost Vision of Eden in Disney’s Backyard

“We never really dreamt about becoming large. We dreamt about being a force of transformation.”

“Everyone Was Friendly and Smiling”—Lessons From a Mystery Visit

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

3 Ways to Share Tech With Seniors

Three idea starters for using technology to reach the seniors in your community.

Arkansas Church Provides Seniors With Meaningful Ministry Opportunities

Fellowship Bible Church in Rogers mobilizes senior involvement through several ministry initiatives.

Media Team: A Great Way to Get Teens Involved in VBS

"It’s exhausting. It’s messy. It requires significant preparation and oversight, but is it worth the investment? Absolutely."