Church Profiles

Embrace Church: Real Transformation

The church’s success is a testament to divine grace working through flawed people, Pastor Adam Weber insists. Embrace’s goal-setting process, called “traction,” has also multiplied its congregation.

CenterPoint Church: A Steady Presence in Long Island

“Our focus is always on reaching the lost and those who are far from God. We just keep honoring God, trying to reach our community, being missional and attractional, and person by person, they keep coming through the doors.” - Pastor Brian McMillan

Making a Difference in Montana

This Montana church began to visit people in their homes and deliver food and supplies monthly. Today, the ministry takes a holistic approach to serving Native American communities.

“The Message Was Fantastic!”—Lessons From a Mystery Visit

An unchurched person reports on an unannounced visit to a local church. Could it be yours?

Reaching the Anti-Churched: Monroe Park Vineyard

A grandmother of three starts a counter-cultural church to reach the 20-somethings in her town.

Turnaround to Hope: Englewood Christian Church

Small Indiana Church Transforms Urban Neighborhood on a Large Scale

Grace Beyond Suburbia: Grace Episcopal Church

A Southern California Church Reaches Into Neighboring Communities to Make a Difference

A Light in Bethlehem: Nativity Lutheran Church

A small church shows compassion in rural Georgia

Where Kids Drag Their Parents to Church: Northside Christian

A Houston-Area Church Creates a Parklike Welcome for the Community

Single Moms Ministry: Springs Community Church

Springs Community Church in Colorado encourages and supports single moms. Here's how ...

Kenya: International Staff Exchange

Innovative global partnerships are benefiting both Kenyan and US churches. Here's how ...