Church Profiles

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.

Innovation and Hospitality: Impact Church

No. 56 Fastest-Growing: Impact Church in Georgia Stands Out in the Bible Belt

The ‘Wow’ Factor: Crossroads Christian Church

No. 59 Fastest-Growing: Crossroads Christian Church in Texas Serves Community With State-of-the-Art Facilities

Inside-Out Living: Pinelake Church

No. 60 Fastest-Growing: Members at Pinelake Church in Mississippi Are Spurred Into Strategic Spiritual Growth

Two Generations, One Body: Generation Church

No. 64 Fastest-Growing: Generation Church in Arizona Reaches Young and Old Alike

A Glimpse of Heaven: Sugar Creek Baptist Church

No. 68 Fastest-Growing: Sugar Creek Baptist Church in Texas Values Diversity and Families

Out of the Fire: First Baptist Church Temple

No. 69 Fastest-Growing: First Baptist Church Temple in Texas Seizes Opportunity to Grow After Arson

An Invitation to Life Change: Faith Church

No. 71 Fastest-Growing: Faith Church in Indiana Is a Safe Place for the Broken

Worshipping Out Loud: Northbrook Church

No. 72 Fastest-Growing: Northbrook Church in Wisconsin Contrasts With Local Religious Culture