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

Destination in Christ: Destination Church

Destination Church Builds Attendance through Conversions at Movie Theater Campuses

Community of Seniors: Community Christian Church

A 55-plus community becomes a contemporary megachurch's newest campus.

Think Outside the Church: Grace Family Church

Grace Family Church Uses Creativity and Resourcefulness to Pour into Its Children and Community

Netherlands: If Here, Then Anywhere? Bethel Church

The touch of God began in an aged, discouraged and divided congregation. Few imagined what the church was to become.

“A Lot of Fun to Experience” — Lessons From a Mystery Visit

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

A Place of Healing: Corcoran First

A Church Averts Closure by Addressing the Most Serious Community Needs.

Organic Growth Through Host Groups

Albuquerque, N.M. Church's New Campuses Emerge Through an Innovative Model

Something Bigger Than "Us": The Crossing

The Crossing Focuses on Serving Kids, the Community, and the World