James P. Long

James P. Long was formerly the editor of Outreach magazine and the author of a number of books, including Why Is God Silent When We Need Him the Most?

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

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.