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Reaching Gen Alpha

As churches of every size strive to reach Gen Alpha with the gospel, small churches are uniquely positioned to meet this moment.

Community Christian Church: A Warm Welcome

When people visit Community and decide to stay, Pastor John Scott says, it’s because of the worship, the teaching, the children’s ministry and, most importantly, the feeling of belonging.

Why More Pastors Are Considering Covocational Ministry

If we want to see a church planting movement in every place and people group, we must engage with covocational leaders.

5 Signs of Spirit-Filled Preaching

"The challenge of preaching is to communicate to the varied levels of maturity from those who hear us proclaim the Word."

7 Business Principles That Lead to a Flourishing Church

"My background was business, so I took those principles that I knew and applied them to building the new church."

4 Reasons God Uses Us Fools to Shame the Wise

"God has called each of us to join him in his kingdom mission, no credentials required."

5 Terrible Reasons to Go Into Ministry

"Vocational ministry is a calling, not just another vocation. If you enter ministry for the wrong reasons, you will not make it."

Chicago! The Breath of Life in the Windy City

The story of two church planters—Dave Choi and Jon Kelly—and the astonishing work God is doing to multiply their impact.

‘Creative Partnerships Flourish’—Send City: Chicago

“People don’t feel territorial here. We have a big and tough mission field and we understand we all need each other."

One Church, ‘Hundreds of Different Tribes’—New Life Community Church

“It’s not a branded approach. Each of the locations uniquely reflects each neighborhood.”

‘Perseverance Works’—Chicago Partnership for Church Planting

"With dozens of churches in the partnership, we’re able to put together strong teams that go out equipped, supported and united.”