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Loving and Listening to Doubters

Over the past decade of setting tables where skeptics and churchgoers sit side by side, I’ve gathered a few hard-earned insights about the art of loving those who see the world differently.

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.

Small Church America: Diverse, Authentic, Creative

Outreach magazine annual report: Today's small church is reinventing itself. Here's how.

2010 Multisite Forecast

What are the new developments and emerging trends as multisite has now become the new normal?

The NEW Small Church

Reproduction, innovation and collaboration help smaller churches thrive