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

Bringing Christ to Inmates: Northland, A Church Distributed

Northland, A Church Distributed, Reaches Behind Bars Through Interactive Technology

A Heart for Kids: Westside Family Church

Westside Family Church Makes Its Concern for Children and Orphans Personal

“Newcomers Might Feel Left Out”–Lessons From a Mystery Visit

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

Creating Community: Granger Community Church

Granger's Community Center Becomes Lifeblood to Hurting Neighborhood

Small and Selfless: The Mission Church

The Mission Church serves other congregations with the love of Jesus.

To Nurture and Develop: Pittsburgh Baptist Church

Pittsburgh Baptist Church Nurtures Start-Up Ethnic Churches Until They’re Strong Enough to Stand on Their Own

“They Were Kind and Enthusiastic”—Lessons From a Mystery Visit

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

New Life for Small Churches: Brand New Church

Brand New Church Creates a Multisite Network Along the Back Roads of Rural America