Church & Ministry

One-Day Project or Sacrificial Service?

Are one-day church service projects enough? Jennifer Johnson explores why meaningful community outreach requires more than occasional volunteer events—and how lasting relationships, listening, and consistent service can make…

Inspired by Nehemiah, Church Repaints the Walls

Journey Christian Church in Greeley, Colorado, rallied volunteers to repaint John Evans Middle School, bringing together local congregations for a week of practical service, prayer, and community outreach.

Facilitate so Your Group can Participate

Struggling to get your small group involved? Michael C. Mack shares 10 practical leadership tips for encouraging participation, building trust, strengthening relationships, and helping every group member contribute.

Learning to Change

Can churches change their methods without changing the gospel? Mark A. Taylor examines a reader's challenge and considers how timeless biblical truth can reach new generations through changing…

Spreading the Gospel, Unleashing Compassion

Eastside Christian Church undertook a $50 million relocation to a former Boeing property, expanding its facilities and pursuing an ambitious vision for church growth, community outreach, and reaching…

Both Approaches Can Be Successful

Should churches respond to needs as they arise or carefully plan their outreach? Jennifer Johnson explores two approaches to serving communities through the Dream Center and LifeSpring's free…

Cincinnati Church Starts Free Medical Clinic

LifeSpring Christian Church partners with missionary physician Doug Collins to open a free medical clinic in Cincinnati, providing basic healthcare, screenings, and prayer for uninsured, low-income adults in…

Arizona Church Hosts Services at Local Prison

Chandler Christian Church reaches incarcerated men through weekly worship services, baptisms, and prayer. Discover how dedicated volunteers build lasting relationships with prisoners and welcome former inmates into their…

Church’s Reading Club Prepares Way for VBS

A small Cincinnati congregation makes a big community impact through its Promise Island Reading Club, offering local children six weeks of tutoring, storytelling, books, and activities designed to…

What”s the Point of Your Small Group?

Does your small group have a clear purpose? Michael C. Mack shares practical steps for setting God-led goals, developing a group covenant, and building healthier communities through intentional…

Church Becomes Part of City’s Arts Community

New City Church's Phoenix art studio connects creativity and community outreach. A Good Friday exhibition featuring artist Makoto Fujimura drew 600 visitors and opened opportunities for conversations about…

Interview with John Craycraft

John Craycraft shares insights from his Navy chaplaincy experience, exploring military ministry, evangelism, ethical challenges, and the preparation needed to serve people through crisis, deployment, and everyday life.

Ten Ways You Can Strengthen Campus Ministry

How can local churches make a greater impact on college campuses? Mark A. Taylor shares 10 practical ways to support campus ministries through prayer, giving, hospitality, personal relationships,…

Called to Be Faithful

Tommy and Jennifer White share the challenges of campus ministry in Salt Lake City, where cultural barriers, patient relationship-building, and unexpected opportunities reveal why faithfulness matters more than…

List of Campus Ministries for 2012