Church Planting

5 Innovative Ministries Shaping the Future Church

The following ministry snapshots are just a few of the examples of innovative ministries that are working well. Whether you’re a pastor, church leader or an everyday disciple looking to reach your neighborhood, we hope their stories will inspire you to innovate in your own ways.

What I Learned in the Painful Parts of Church Planting

God has worked in me more than he has through me. His love works within us like an explorer—or, in a way, a church planter—always seeking the places that have not yet met his healing love.

The Church Inside: A Look at Prison Ministry in America

This prison ministry movement equips prisoners as leaders and plants church campuses inside U.S. prisons to spread hope, discipleship, and gospel transformation.

How Do You Determine If Your Church Plant Is Successful?

What are the benchmarks for a new church plant?

6 Mistakes I Made as a Young Church Planter

Sometimes our failures help us—and others—to grow.

6 Benefits of Raising Kids in a Cross-Cultural Context

Making sacrifices as a family for mission is costly, but Christ is worth it.

The Opportunity in Ordinary Life

Every one of us has a private village. This circle is where we can most effectively share what Jesus has done for us and for others.

Ed Stetzer: A New Church-Planting Era

When pastors demonstrate a teachable heart, they hit on the central virtue of their calling.

5 Bible Verses for Discouraged Church Planters

These verses have encouraged me in my work.

What Will Your Church’s Legacy Be?

An encouraging new study reveals an increase in church multiplication. Here’s what we’re learning—and how your church can be a part of this kingdom call.

7 Questions to Ask When Starting a Church Planting Network

What it takes to start and sustain a church planting movement.