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.

Church Offers Brain Fitness Club for Patients With Dementia

First UMC in Winter Park provides a range of activities for older adults suffering from cognitive impairment.

Ministry Brings the Gospel to Skateboarding Teens in Florida

Life Point, a nonprofit ministry, opens space for teens to skateboard and offers Bible study.

3 Principles for Launching a Volunteer Leadership Pipeline

"Here are three principles and accompanying questions for getting started with volunteer leaders."

Michigan Church Reaches Millennials With Weekly, Fun-Filled Parties

Ministry at Cornerstone Church in Highland Township hosts weekly "God Parties" for young adults age 18 to 39.

Teddy Bear Ministry Brings Joy to Hospitalized Children

Warren UMC in Lake Charles offers hospitalized children a hug of comfort in the form of a cuddly toy.

Why Churches Need to Take Time to Celebrate

"Celebrating and remembering God’s faithfulness should always encourage us to keep going, to strive as one running a race."

New Jersey Church’s Cafe Serves and Equips Refugees

The cafe at the Reformed Church of Highland Park serves 50 meals daily to refugee community.

Data Tells a Story … Why Churches Should Track Everything

"We keep track of how big the offering is. We keep good track of attendance. But we honestly don’t use data well."