August 30, 2009
Seven Key Question for Jon Ferguson
Jon Ferguson explains why Community Christian Church pursued multisite ministry, how campuses share the BIG IDEA, and what churches should consider before launching additional locations.
Church & Ministry
Church & Ministry equips leaders and everyday believers to build healthy, gospel-centered congregations. Explore biblically grounded articles on church leadership, preaching and teaching, eldership, staff and volunteer development, discipleship systems, small groups, church planting, church growth, and ministry strategy. You’ll also find practical guidance for navigating transitions, cultivating congregational health, and serving your community with wisdom and compassion. Whether you’re a pastor, elder, ministry staff member, volunteer leader, or church member who wants to help your church thrive, this hub brings together resources to strengthen the local church and advance Christ’s mission.
August 30, 2009
The Multisite Movement: Success Stories
Churches in Colorado and Pennsylvania use multisite campuses to reach unchurched people, adapt ministry to local communities, and create new opportunities for leadership and service.
August 30, 2009
The Multisite Movement: Unexpected Complications
Community Christian Church paused plans for a second site near Baltimore after leaders recognized warning signs and chose humility over forcing a multisite launch.
August 26, 2009
Interview with Todd Wilson
Todd Wilson discusses multisite churches, leadership strain, church planting, and why the next movement may depend on churches learning to release and send disciples.
August 23, 2009
They”re Putting Holes in Our Walls!
Capital Area Christian Church turned its 53-acre campus into a place of welcome, service, and community outreach—showing how costly compassion can help neighbors experience God’s care.
August 9, 2009
Loving Our Neighbors, Building Relationships in Kansas City, Missouri
Restore Community Church’s “Reachout” strategy mobilized people for neighborhood service, community partnerships, and global mission, helping the Kansas City church live out the gospel through relationships.
August 9, 2009
Serving, Reaching, and Transforming in Cleveland, Ohio
Church Planting Through Service in Cleveland Church planting through service helped Velocity Christian Church in Cleveland build trust before launch by serving its community with no strings attached. Scott Pugh describes how needs assessment, partnerships, and consistent acts of kindness helped the new church plant show people Jesus before telling them about Jesus. Velocity Christian Church emphasized community service before holding its first worship service. Service helped the church build trust, form relationships, and understand local needs. Pugh argues that new churches must show people Jesus before telling them about Jesus. by Scott Pugh I grew up thinking church was
August 2, 2009
Barrier or Bridge to the Catholic Community?
Greg Nettle shares how a sermon series and friendship with a Catholic priest helped replace relational barriers with bridges for gospel-centered outreach.
August 2, 2009
Catholicism . . . It”s a Family Thing
Toney Salva offers practical guidance for churches welcoming former Catholics, emphasizing patience, humility, biblical teaching, children’s ministry, and a focus on Jesus rather than Catholic bashing.
August 2, 2009
Walking with My Expatriate Catholic Friends
Don M. Hamilton offers practical guidance for churches welcoming ex-Catholics, emphasizing patient listening, clear Bible teaching, worship explanation, family sensitivity, and grace-filled discipleship.
July 26, 2009
Mad Church Disease
Anne Jackson examines how personality, personal history, health, and spiritual drift can make church leaders and volunteers more vulnerable to burnout.
Strengthening Families: Community and Church Working Together
LifeBridge Christian Church partners with Weld County’s MYAT program to help at-risk teens and their families through counseling, mentoring, parent support, and coordinated community intervention.
It”s Simple: Why We Partner with Civic Organizations to Serve the Community
Luke Erickson and Tom Moen describe how churches can partner with local government to serve neighbors, build trust, and create space for the gospel through practical community outreach.
Establishing the Work of Our Hands
Mark A. Taylor reflects on the “Get Your Hands Dirty” theme, highlighting sacrificial Christian service, family support, and community partnerships that demonstrate God’s love.
June 21, 2009
The Marvel of Metaphor in Teaching and Counseling
Larry W. Bailey explores how metaphoric stories, from Nathan’s confrontation of David to Jesus’ parables, can help church leaders teach, counsel, comfort, and confront more effectively.
How to Listen to a Sermon
By Brian Mavis SHARE THIS ARTICLE WITH EVERYONE IN YOUR CHURCH. (DETAILS BELOW.) Â Â Â One hundred times more people will hear a sermon this week than preach one. So why are there thousands of articles, books, and classes on how to preach a message, but virtually none on how to listen to one? It”s because most people think listening just comes naturally. But that”s not what Jesus thought. Jesus said to “consider carefully how you listen” (Luke 8:18). The state and fate of your life depends on how you listen. Teachers are responsible for teaching well, but you
June 17, 2009
Interview with Bob Harrington
Bob Harrington explains how churches can simplify programs and structures around discipleship, leadership development, and the mission of making disciples in relational environments.
June 16, 2009
God of This City
Discovery Christian Church in Pittsburgh found its ministry transformed as Burmese refugees arrived, creating new opportunities for practical service, worship, tutoring, and employment support.
June 14, 2009
Collaboration Makes It Happen
Glen Cove Christian Church shows how a small congregation can serve day laborers, homeless neighbors, and ACT recipients through sustained collaboration with local organizations and churches.
June 14, 2009
A Long Ministry
Ken Wood’s decades of ministry at Tonawanda Church of Christ show how long-term faithfulness can shape a congregation, serve a community, and build trust across generations.
