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.”
Church Profiles
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
City Church: ‘It’s Worth Being a Little Uncomfortable’
Because we have been a church plant with steady growth, we have always had to be very openhanded and very open to change.
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.
Long Hollow Church: Blooms of Love
In addition to bouquets, widows receive gifts including devotionals, truffles and tea towels on Valentine's Day.
Mountain Life Church: Christmas Blessings
Mountain Life Church purchased Christmas trees from a local nursery at cost and organized a Christmas tree lot on church grounds.
Quay Church: Sled Dogs Over Show Dogs
The area’s unique demographics—theme park employees, young professionals, retirees and tourism workers—have led to a congregation with an eclectic mix of people.
Boyd Avenue Baptist Church: Open Invite
Some of the players on the women’s basketball team were initially reluctant to come until a woman from the congregation befriended them.
Greenwood Baptist Church: No Strings Attached
The church leadership purposefully lowers what they ask their people to do so that anyone—introverts, kids, the elderly—can be involved.