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.

Heart-Shaped Love

Try these creative outreach ideas this Valentine's Day and share the love of Christ with your community.

8 Last-Minute Christmas Outreach Ideas

"Is it too late for Christmas outreach? As it turns out, it’s never too late—and we’ve got a trunkful of ideas to prove it."

Megachurch World: The Multisite Movement Goes Global

Churches are not just starting campuses across town, but across the world.

Phone Calls to Encourage Next Steps: Cross Church

Pastors Abram Gomez and Mary Jo Martinez share how simple phone calls can strengthen growth and connection.

Design Intervention: Australian Churches Explore New Environments

“Our hope is for people to see that the church is people who are contributing to the flourishing of the whole community.”

4 Things Every Youth Pastor Must Do Before the New Year

"As you wrap up another year, I hope you are encouraged by what God has done and challenged by what he’s shown you."

“They Could Do More to Reach Their Community”—Lessons From a Mystery Visit

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

Seniors Ministry is ‘Booming’ at This Missouri Church

Second Baptist Church in Springfield provides multiple opportunities for large seniors community.