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.

Texas Church Helps Special Needs Children and Youth Walk in God’s Spirit

First Presbyterian Houston has designed an innovative Sunday morning program for special needs children and youth.

Willow Creek Holds Annual Community Play Featuring Special Needs Actors

“We don’t focus on what our special needs kids can’t do but rather what they can do."

Youth Ministry: It’s a Lot Like Chess

"Unfortunately, many youth pastors think youth ministry is more like checkers than chess."

Church Renews Its Discipleship Strategy, Story and Space—With Immediate Results

“They felt like Sage Hills was a place they were allowed to go. They’re getting plugged in, and we’re really excited about it.”

For Every Easter Attendee, Michigan Church Will Donate $1 to Help With Flint Water Crisis

A visit to NorthRidge Church to celebrate Easter this year has the potential to change a child’s life.

Indiana Church Creates Weekly After-School Program for Children

Free Life Community Church's program offers a meal, homework help, friendship and Jesus.

How Seniors at This Small Texas Church Reach Their Community

Ministry has produced more than 45,000 custom-made items for the hospitalized, dying, fostered and elderly.

Simple, Quick Onramps: Preston Trail Community Church

Serve and Engage Pastor Brandon Boyd is ready on the spot when people want to join Preston Trail’s family.