Gail Allyn Short

Gail Allyn Short is freelance writer in Birmingham, Alabama. She leads a nursing home ministry and teaches a Bible study class for new believers at Integrity Bible Church.

Reaching the World, Near and Far

Three months after their first visit to First Baptist, the Donohues joined the congregation. Not long afterward, the church purchased a three-story former restaurant and banquet hall two miles from the church to house its RE:VIVALS outreach ministry.

Breaking Bread Together

But besides attracting new guests, Compton says the dinners provide opportunities for members to help local families facing food insecurity.

A New Twist on an Old Idea

“But the shift in thinking was that it would become more of an outreach opportunity,” says Rev. Denise Tiedemann.

A Community of Nations

Kentucky church ministers to immigrant populations.

A Heart of Service: 3Circle Church

Alabama congregation is mission driven.

Youth Movement: The Rock

The Rock Church prepares ‘this generation’ to lead.

A Place of Compassion: Scottsdale Bible Church

Scottsdale Bible Church Brings Service to the Community

Keeping It Simple: Life Church

Dependability, Creative Communication Lead to New Growth