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?

Top Scholars Set to Present ‘The Case for Christianity’

Conference will explore aspects of the Christian faith debated for decades

Free-Throw Fund-Raiser to Aid African Orphans

Kids and adults at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in South Dakota shoot free throws to raise $40,000 for a dormitory for HIV/AIDS orphans.

Dave Gibbons: Newsong Church, Irvine, Calif.

People saw who Jesus hung out with—the fringe—and they said, “Jesus is for us.”

Crossroads Career Network Hosts Ministry Conference for Churches

Pastors and leaders will learn how to help job seekers

Mission and Vision

Welcome to Outreach magazine, the gathering place for ideas, innovations and resources to help you reach your community and change the world.

Evangelical Group Forms Task Force on Human Trafficking

Resources for local churches are available

LifeWay Initiative Seeks to Help Black Churches Reach Men

"I'm the Man" promotes starting and strengthening men's ministries

Joint Missions Initiative Helps Church, Colleges Become Mission-Active

Global Outreach Weekends helps churches develop mission programs