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.

“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.

Florida Youth Ministry Puts New Spin on the Parable of the Talents

Ministry withdraws entire budget, divides it up and gives it to students with the instruction to multiply it.

Texas Ministry Helps Give Troubled Teens a Future

Street Youth Ministry serves 125 young people six days per week by holding events at churches and nonprofits.

Minnesota Churches Provide Food-Filled Backpacks for Kids in Need

Churches partner to provide backpacks full of food for children in need to take home each weekend during the school year.

Illinois Church Starts Ministry for Arab-Americans

Maranatha Chapel in suburban Chicago launches Arab ministry to mirror its community.