Idea Starter: Take Small Groups Into the Public Sphere
Asking small groups to meet in public spaces increases your church's exposure and makes attending small groups more interesting
Author: James P. Long
Idea Starter: Say Thanks on Labor Day
Bring emergency responders food or a gift on Labor Day, when they're working
Leadership and Soul Care
Inside the Sept/Oct issue: The path to healthy leadership, wise words on soul care from leading pastors, finding grace beyond burnout, plus rethinking seminary and the Outreach Interview with Mindy Caliguire
Business and the Bible Boot Camp
For the last five years, By Grace Alone has hosted the two-week “business boot camp” for area kids between the ages of 10 and 14, many from outside the church.
Taking Common Ground to the Next Level
About 75 percent of Next Level’s attendees are involved in one of more than 100 interest-based Connection Groups
How to Mentor Underserved Youth
Mentors at North Charleston Dream Center offer a minimum of two “events” per month, and twice a year students receive scorecard assessments in five areas.
The Church That Is a Neighbor
How a Tennessee church of 60 is discovering what it means to be a neighbor
4 Ways to Celebrate Dads
Encourage the dads in your church and community with one of these great outreach ideas.
Competition for Caring
Why not host a giving competition during the slow summer months? Here's what worked for one church.
5 Ways to Foster Fair Trade at Your Church
Use these practical tips to let your community know you care about justice because Jesus did!