Resources

Gene Appel: Do Less Ministry; Reach More People

None of the programs at our church were bad in and of themselves. The volume of it just prevented us from being focused on building relationships with those who are far from God. So, we had to do less ministry to reach more people. It sounds funny, but people had to be trained in how to do life with nonbelievers or people spiritually disinterested.

Grover Park Baptist Church: A Thread of Hope

At auction, the quilts go for hundreds or even thousands of dollars that directly help women and children in need, providing funds for baby and maternity items at the pregnancy resource center.

10 Ways to Safeguard Your Church in the Digital Age

In an increasingly digital world, faith-based organizations and ministries of all sizes must prioritize cybersecurity to safeguard sensitive data, financial records and personal information.

What About Kids Ministry?

Bill Emeott: Practical Answers to Questions About Kids Ministry

Your Kids Ministry Can Make a Great First Impression

The state of your kids ministry space says a lot to guests. Here's how to make it shine.

Pastorpedia: Working with Other Churches and Ministries

Knute Larson, Jeff Bogue and Jim Brown talk about how and when to work with other churches and ministries.

Welcoming God’s Vision of Justice

John Perkins and Charles Marsh: God’s Movement Toward Beloved Community

Why We Have Reason to Hope for Reconciliation

"All reconciliation begins with the recognition of brokenness."

Reciprocal Church: Forming Faith in Young People

Sharon Galgay Ketcham: Becoming a Community Where Faith Flourishes Beyond High School

Could Young People Renew Our Churches?

What could be driving the exodus of young people from the church when they could be a force of renewal instead?

A New Look at Gen Z and Morality

Barna: One-quarter of Gen Z (24 percent) strongly agrees that what is morally right and wrong changes over time.