Heather Schnese

Heather Schnese is a contributing writer for Outreach magazine.

Offering a ‘Middle Step’: First Church of God in Indiana

Associate Pastor Brandon Holler discusses the importance of equipping people to serve.

Taking Action to Connect: Action Church in Florida

Pastor Justin Dailey talks about how to start conversations while showing love.

Fostering Volunteer Pride: TrueNorth Church in South Carolina

Pastors Gene Jennings and Shane Williams discuss tapping into the desire to be part of something bigger.

Simple, Quick Onramps: Preston Trail Community Church

Serve and Engage Pastor Brandon Boyd is ready on the spot when people want to join Preston Trail’s family.

Strategic Volunteer Recruitment: Christ’s Church Camden

Lead Pastor Scott Clevenger explains how intentional volunteer recruitment makes a difference at Christ’s Church.

5 Spring Break Ideas for Youth Ministries

Five activities for each of the weekdays during spring break to keep your teens connected and active.

Phone Calls to Encourage Next Steps: Cross Church

Pastors Abram Gomez and Mary Jo Martinez share how simple phone calls can strengthen growth and connection.

Teens and Social Media: 7 Tips for Youth Pastors

Some ways students can infuse their faith and exemplify Christ in their social media interactions—without being weird or pushy!