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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.

No Excuses: Village Church

"We must not confuse Jesus with the imperfect people who try to follow him."

We Plan, But God Directs: The Bridge Church

"We learned an important lesson that week: Sometimes God calls you to exchange your plans for his, in order to care for his people."

Florida Church Uses Music to Aid Seniors in Cognitive Decline

When choir members begin singing, onlookers cannot tell they have dementia, the director says.

Illinois Church Creates Fellowship Room for Seniors

Immanuel Lutheran Church in Rock Falls brings seniors together for activities, community and engagement.

Iowa Church Helps Teens Fulfill Community Service Hours

Grace Fellowship Church in Pella offers students creative opportunities to complete community service hours.

Tennessee Church Brings Gangs Together With Basketball Ministry

Basketball ministry at Honey Rock Victorious Church in Knoxville, Tennessee, brings life change to former gang members.

Kids Hope Leaders Foster Life-Change and Friendship

Mentorship program provides caring adult relationships and prayer partners for at-risk kids.

Try This: Host a Back-to-School Clothes Sale

Host a kids’ consignment sale, selling gently used kids clothes to your community.