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Pantano Christian Church: A Change of Life

Making people feel welcome is everyone’s job. Pantano sees a wide diversity in the congregation across nearly every demographic: ethnicity, race, socioeconomic, etc.

The Comeback Church: Seizing the Cultural Moment

Take another look at what Jesus said: “I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.”

Who’s Up Next?

“A leader’s legacy doesn’t matter more than the legacy of Jesus Christ, so I am going to take the time it takes to pour into the next people who are going to come do what I am [doing].” —Hayden Gregory

Are Christians More Generous Than the General Population?

National survey measures the impact of faith on generosity and money management.

Open Secrets: Discovering God Together

“God does not want us connected only to him; he wants us connected also to one another.”

What Can Churches Learn From School Shooters?

From "thresholds of violence" to "thresholds of grace": Could this social process somehow drive the mission of the church?

Church Unknowingly Received Stolen Funds. Now What?

Church unknowingly received Ponzi scheme money in the offering. Feds now want the money back. What would you do?

It’s Official: Anti-Christian Persecution Is on the Rise

Persecution of Christians worldwide has been increasing at an alarming rate, according to two major reports.

Farmers Get It—Do You? 3 Evangelism Secrets

"It’s a basic law of farming … pure seed = strong harvest."

A Wedding Banquet for the Homeless

In the News: A contemporary take on a timeless parable.

“I Was Encouraged When …”

10 pastors of Outreach 100 churches share some of their most encouraging moments.