Church Profiles

The Block Church: See You at the Block

The spiritual dynamic of The Block Church changed dramatically when the leadership made the decision to raise up and develop an intercessors ministry.

North Jersey Vineyard Church: The Edge of Ministry

The congregation is about 25% white, 40% Latino, 20% Asian and 15% to 20% African American and African. Eighty different nationalities are represented in the church, and 475 people made first-time commitments to Jesus during services in 2024.

Oak Park Church: Outreach in the City

Rather than solely coming alongside communities following major natural disasters, the church decided to use the ministry’s life-saving—and life-giving—equipment year-round.

Crowds Flock Across State Lines to Small Church’s Annual Passion Play

Church in New Galilee, Pennsylvania, population 400, attracts hundreds of guests each year for Easter-themed play.

Small Texas Church Expands Food Pantry After Arson

Family of Faith Worship Center in Waco turns tragedy into an even greater outreach to the community.

Church for the Homeless: Shades of Grace in Tennessee

United Methodist congregation in the Appalachian Mountains has become a haven for the homeless.

100 Years, 100 Houses: Texas Church Celebrates Two Milestones

Highland Park UMC in Dallas celebrates its 100th anniversary with dedication of 100th Habitat for Humanity house.

Two Congregations, Two Languages for Rhode Island Church

Living Waters and Rey de Gloria merge to form one unified, bilingual church.

Reaching the Community Through Health-Focused Classes

The Intersection church meets unique needs in its neighborhood: a free way to exercise and a means to eat nutritiously.

Establishing the Foundation: Texas Church’s Premarital Program Keeps Gospel at the Center

At the Austin Stone Community Church, engaged couples commit to a robust, 9-week marriage preparation program.

Prioritizing Marriage: Minnesota Church Mentors Couples Through Every Season

River Valley Church offers hope and mentoring to couples who are struggling at any stage of their marriage.