Community

Coblentz named the church’s new effort the Bread Breakers Ministry. Volunteers started out making around 50 sandwiches a week, but they quickly broke their own record.

Moore has had church members tell her that they were too scared to do something missional, but because they love animals, this outreach was a natural fit for them.

Because the church is big on families, many events are geared toward kids, including bull riding for teens; Little Wranglers, an event that lets kids ride a horse, milk a pretend cow, “brand” goats with flour and a mop, and barrel race with stick horses; and a special needs kids rodeo.

Invite kids to come to church one weeknight to learn more about the Bible by playing with LEGOs.

We wanted to focus on real-life challenges and offer help and encouragement for parents.

“Our pastors have said that the people are so grateful to receive a meal when something tragic happens—or when good things happen, like the birth of a baby—because that part of their daily life has been taken care of,” says Hoffman.

But besides attracting new guests, Compton says the dinners provide opportunities for members to help local families facing food insecurity.

The ministry strives to support the skateboarding community by helping them realize their identity and purpose in Christ.