November 5, 2026
Not Just on Sunday
Lonetta McKee
Church & Ministry
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November Ministry Ideas
Discover practical November church outreach ideas for National Adoption Day, Black Friday, and Small Business Saturday. Help adoptive families, serve local shoppers, and encourage congregations to support neighborhood…
Pennsylvania Church Leading Public School Assemblies
Discovery Christian Church partners with five Pennsylvania public schools to present anti-bullying assemblies, helping students understand friendship, inclusion, bullying prevention, and responsible social media use while strengthening community…
The Place of Video-Based Studies in an Inductive Bible-Study Group
Can inductive Bible study groups use video curriculum effectively? Michael C. Mack explains how small group leaders can incorporate video studies while keeping Scripture, meaningful discussion, and discipleship…
The Best Thing We’ve Done for Christmas
Discover creative Christmas outreach and worship ideas from church leaders, including community gift programs, Advent journals, Christmas Eve services, and meaningful ways to welcome families and share the…
Tour of Duties
Getting church members to volunteer can be challenging. Jennifer Johnson explores how a Serve Tour helps people overcome hesitation, discover opportunities to serve, and become more invested in…
A Backstage Pass to Volunteerism
Compass Christian Church takes new members behind the scenes with its Serve Tour, helping them discover meaningful volunteer opportunities. Serve pastor Rich Green shares why nearly every participant…
First Christian Steps in to Fill Hospital Chaplaincy
First Christian Church in Decatur partnered with a local hospital to expand chaplaincy services, providing round-the-clock spiritual care for patients and staff through trained professional and volunteer chaplains.
Reaching Out to Single Moms
How can churches better serve single moms? Discover practical outreach ideas, from free child care and home-cooked meals to Bible studies and thoughtful acts of kindness that help…
3 Secrets to Pulling Off a BIG Serving Event (No Matter How Large or Small Your Ministry Is)
How can churches plan successful community serving initiatives? Randy Gordon of Northeast Christian Church shares three practical principles for building partnerships, listening to community needs, and coordinating volunteers…
CCV Growing Boys into Leaders
Christ's Church of the Valley introduces Leadership USA, a three-year program helping teenage boys develop character, integrity, teamwork, and leadership skills through wilderness challenges, personal reflection, and mentoring.
My Father, My Preacher
What does a pastor really do beyond Sunday morning? Emerson Kennedy shares a preacher's kid perspective on the unseen sacrifices, responsibilities, and dedication of ministers—and why pastors deserve…
Beyond Words
Discover 16 thoughtful gift ideas for church volunteers, ministry staff, retiring ministers, and elders. Susan Lawrence shares practical, personal ways to express gratitude, encourage faithful service, and honor…
Why Did You Initially Get Involved in Ministry?
Why do people get involved in ministry? Christian Standard survey results reveal how personal influence, God's calling, spiritual gifts, and specific needs motivated readers to begin serving in…
Yes, We Hire Members of the Same Family to Serve on Our Church Staff
Should churches hire family members to serve on staff? Steve Reeves explores the importance of qualifications, calling, maturity, and healthy boundaries, while two ministry leaders examine the challenges…
The Best Sermon I’ve Ever Heard (2)
Four Christian leaders share unforgettable sermons that shaped their faith and ministry, highlighting powerful messages about God's love, the Holy Spirit, spiritual renewal, and compassion for people beyond…
