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

A Relational Culture: Valley Real Life

No. 51 Fastest-Growing: Valley Real Life in Washington Fosters Christ-Centered Relationships

Living Water: Liquid Church

No. 55 Fastest-Growing: Liquid Church in New Jersey Is an Oasis for a Wide-Ranging Community

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