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

Keeping It Real: New Life Church

New Life Church in Arkansas Believes Authenticity Equals Growth

Refusing to Lean Inward: Broadway Christian Church

Broadway Christian Church Focuses on Outreach to Community

Gospel-Centered Teaching: Mercy Hill Church

Mercy Hill Church Hones Its Message

A Cold Drink of Grace: The Church of Eleven22

The Church of Eleven22 Accepts People Just Where They Are

Something for Everyone: Grace Church

Grace Church in Ohio Makes It Easy to Connect

Everyone’s a Minister: Vineyard Church

Vineyard Church in Kansas City, Mo., Is Reaching, Then Equipping, the Unchurched

52 Events a Year: Cornerstone United Methodist

Cornerstone United Methodist Is Keeping It Simple; Focusing on Worship

We Want to Hear Your Story: River Pointe Church

At River Pointe Church, People Come for Animals, Music; Stay for Community