Idea Starter: Take Small Groups Into the Public Sphere

To increase your church’s presence in the community and create a no-pressure environment, consider having your small groups or Sunday school classes meet in public areas, like a park or fast-food restaurant.

James P. Long
James P. Longhttp://JamesPLong.com

James P. Long was formerly the editor of Outreach magazine and the author of a number of books, including Why Is God Silent When We Need Him the Most?

Where Do you See God at Work in Your Church?

We know God is with us, but under the pace and pressure of life and leadership, we become focused more on solutions than His presence.

Community Presbyterian Church: A Warm Meal and a Welcome

Visitors have described the center as a place that “restores your faith in humanity.”

Take a Tech Break

Try consciously counting how many times you reach for [your phone] even in a single hour.