Church Profiles

Fight Church: A Fighting Chance

“Here was a people group that wasn’t being served by any form of chaplaincy like many major sports have,” says Pastor Joshua Boyd, of the local MMA community. “And they needed care just like anyone else.”

Trinity Baptist Church: Follow the Clues

The children’s ministry at Trinity Baptist Church in Kerrville, Texas, created a gospel-centered escape room that was a big hit.

Morningside Bible Church: Biker Sunday

“We’re trying to establish relationships. We think that if [bikers returning to our church] didn’t happen this year, then maybe they’ll come back next year, feel more comfortable, and then come out for something else.” —Motorcycle enthusiast Duane Kraayenbrink

Philadelphia Church Adopts a Grass-Roots Approach to Community Outreach

Members at St. James UMC embrace all means possible to find out what the community wants and needs.

‘Casino Church’ Reaches the Unchurched in Las Vegas

Liberate Church's unusual venue is allowing it to reach people who might not otherwise set foot in church.

Miami Church Repurposes Familiar Ideas to Attract an Eclectic Congregation

Church plant is committed to being a church for people who don't fit in at other churches.

New York Church Reaches Immigrants, Millennials and Seekers

The Bridge Church unites a primarily unchurched community through small groups and other initiatives.

How This North Carolina Congregation Became a Missional, Multiplying Church

"We knew a small-town church had to do something out-of-the-box if it was going to survive."

How to Become Diverse: The Story of Fielder Church in Texas

Fielder Church employs an intentional, strategic process over multiple years to change the culture of the church.

Chicago Church Confronts Inequality to Meet Unique Neighborhood Needs

Urban Village Church seeks to be more inclusive and diverse by planting sites in four neighborhoods throughout the city.

New Orleans Church Pursues Communitywide Restoration

Canal Street Church embraces holistic restoration that heals families, provides hope and changes lives.