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 Place to Belong: Signs of Grace Deaf Church

An Ohio Church Offers the Deaf a Place to Worship, Lead, Belong

A Place to Connect: Hope Fellowship

A Frisco, Texas, Megachurch Keeps Up With Its Rapidly-Growing Community

A Church for All Comers: Trinity Community Lutheran Church

A Tiny, Isolated Church on the Canada Border Becomes the Heart of Its Community

Belonging Before Believing: Inversion Community Church

A Small Denver Church Attracts Attendees Through a Thriving Meetup Group

“They Made Me Feel Welcome”—Lessons From a Mystery Visit

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

Making Connections in Toronto: Neighborhood Connections Church

A Downtown Toronto Ministry Grows Organically Into a Church

Canine Comfort for Seniors: Atonement Lutheran Church

An Ohio Church Brings Comfort Dog on Visits to Seniors

A Safe Harbor: Manteno Church of the Nazarene

An Illinois Church Welcomes Kids With “Special Abilities”