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Embrace Church: Real Transformation

The church’s success is a testament to divine grace working through flawed people, Pastor Adam Weber insists. Embrace’s goal-setting process, called “traction,” has also multiplied its congregation.

CenterPoint Church: A Steady Presence in Long Island

“Our focus is always on reaching the lost and those who are far from God. We just keep honoring God, trying to reach our community, being missional and attractional, and person by person, they keep coming through the doors.” - Pastor Brian McMillan

Making a Difference in Montana

This Montana church began to visit people in their homes and deliver food and supplies monthly. Today, the ministry takes a holistic approach to serving Native American communities.

A Culture of Grace: Grace Church

No. 89 Fastest-Growing: Grace Church in Nevada Focuses More on Culture Than on Programs

A New Identity: Canvas Church

No. 93 Fastest-Growing: Canvas Church in Montana Rebrands, Finds Surge in Attendance

Megachurch World: Dreaming Large in South Africa

“At Doxa Deo church, people are not only concerned for the state of their cities; they take responsibility for their cities.”

Multiethnic Church: Why Diversity Requires Maturity

“If unity and diversity are perfected in the eternal church, we should be ever pursuing its perfection in the local church, as well.”

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

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

Making Films That Ignite the Vision: Hope Community Church in North Carolina

Creative Media Director Joe Woolworth explains how producing films informs and excites people about the vision.

Combining Past and Future: Eastside Christian Church in California

Eastside's campus, a former Boeing Co. facility, celebrates the past while pointing toward the future.

Pennsylvania Church Reaches Seniors Through Health Initiatives

Grace UMC in Germantown creates monthly program to help seniors stay healthy and active.