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Quay Church: Sled Dogs Over Show Dogs

The area’s unique demographics—theme park employees, young professionals, retirees and tourism workers—have led to a congregation with an eclectic mix of people.

Souls Settled, Hands Moving: Joy and Urgency in Following Jesus

Don’t just find joy in what God does through you. Find joy in what He’s done for you. Results may rise and fall. Attendance fluctuates. Seasons change.

Fight the Good Fight

Some things that happen in ministry are so absurd that if we can’t laugh, the weight will crush our soul.

Jeffrey Epstein and the Abuse Crisis in the Church

The problem is not simply "out there." Here are ways the church can be part of the solution.

Study: Many Christians Don’t Consistently Serve Others

"Few Protestant churchgoers say they strongly agree they are personally taking actions that indicate a life of service to God and others."

Drew Hyun: He Must Increase, I Must Decrease

We cannot forget God's bigger purpose and plans as we plant churches and mobilize people.

How to Lead Emerging Leaders

Leadership development helps ensure that emerging leaders' gifts are properly being utilized.

Stop Obsessing Over Younger Generations

Reaching young people is important, but not to the detriment of reaching established generations.

The State of the Multisite Movement

An update on the trends in multisite churches

What Sociology Can Teach Us About Church Planting

These gathering principles are important to keep in mind for bringing people together in a church plant.

Trona Church Reaches Out in Aftermath of Earthquake

First Baptist Church of Searles Valley in Trona, California, is bringing hope to the community rocked by a 7.1 magnitude earthquake.