June 10, 2009
Through the Ages and Around the World
Mark A. Taylor reflects on the practical impact of churches serving their neighbors through compassion ministries, pushing back against the idea that churches are not helping their communities.
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.
What I”ve Learned While Serving Single Moms
LifeBridge Christian Church’s ministry to single moms offers meals, mentoring, child care, counseling, practical help, and steady encouragement for women and families carrying deep burdens.
A Single Mom’s Story
A composite portrait of one single mom shows the financial, emotional, and parenting pressures faced by women served through LifeBridge Christian Church’s single moms ministry.
“˜You Made Me Feel Like I Matter”
Women in a church-based group share how acceptance, practical help, healthy examples, and spiritual encouragement gave them confidence as wives, mothers, and followers of God.
May 31, 2009
Simply Courageous: Churches Cut Clutter in Order to Focus
Krista Petty looks at how two churches simplified ministry programming, clarified discipleship pathways, and found that fewer options can lead to greater focus, stronger alignment, and deeper community impact.
May 31, 2009
Clearing the Clutter: An Honest Conversation with a Church in Process
Matt Bortmess of Rochester Christian Church discusses applying Simple Church principles, clarifying ministry focus, reducing clutter, and building a clearer discipleship process.
May 27, 2009
Simply Appealing
Mark A. Taylor considers the appeal of simplicity in church life, drawing from David Browning, Simple Church, and the need for congregations to focus clearly on God’s priorities.
May 20, 2009
Interview with Tony Jeary
Tony Jeary explains how Christians can communicate more effectively through preparation, audience awareness, teamwork, and confidence in everyday presentations.
What Church Leaders Need to Know About Ministry to Aging Baby Boomers
 By Amy Hanson Chances are you”ve heard some of these statistics, but try to take a fresh look and really let them soak in: “¢ Americans 65 and older are the fastest-growing segment of the population. “¢ In the past century, the number of people in the United States under the age of 65 has tripled; however, the number of people over 65 has increased by more than a factor of 12. “¢ Today, there are approximately 78 million baby boomers in the U.S., with the oldest boomer turning 63 this year (2009). “¢ By the year 2030 there
May 17, 2009
Leading Older Adults to Find Places of Service
Amy Hanson offers church leaders practical ways to help older adults discover meaningful service through God’s leading, personal interests, deep passion, and past experience.
May 17, 2009
Helpful Resources for Older Adult Ministry
Amy Hanson compiles helpful organizations, articles, concept papers, websites, mission opportunities, and books for church leaders serving adults in the second half of life.
May 17, 2009
How Some Churches Are Ministering to and with Older Adults
Amy Hanson highlights practical ways churches are reaching adults 50 and older through small groups, age-specific ministries, intergenerational events, and short-term mission opportunities.
May 17, 2009
Dispelling the Myths
Bill Tennison challenges common myths about senior adult ministry, showing how older adults can serve meaningfully and how life transitions create opportunities for evangelism.
May 10, 2009
We Had a Revolution!
Anaheim First Christian Church partnered with nearby schools to serve children and families through “Revolution!”—a creative community outreach event built around enrichment, relationships, and long-term neighborhood investment.
Doing Good”“an Earmark of Our Times?
Mark A. Taylor reflects on the church’s growing external focus, the wider cultural movement toward service, and the call to demonstrate Christ’s love through hands-on compassion.
May 3, 2009
More Than 120 Years . . . and Counting
Four veteran campus ministers reflect on decades of reaching college students, describing spiritual openness, changing student habits, church partnerships, and why campus ministry remains a frontline mission field.
The Good Life of a Campus Minister
Ward Patterson reflects on the hidden demands, constant details, and lasting joy of campus ministry, showing why serving college students is both challenging and deeply rewarding.
May 3, 2009
List of Campus Ministries (2009)
A 2009 directory of campus ministries serving colleges and universities across the United States and select international locations, with ministry names, phone numbers, websites, and email contacts.
April 29, 2009
Campus Ministries”“Something Special
Christian Campus Ministry and Christian Colleges Help Students Keep Their Faith Christian campus ministry can provide vital community for students during the college years. Mark A. Taylor reflects on how campus ministries, Christian colleges, and Bible colleges help students strengthen their faith whether they attend faith-based schools or secular universities. Campus ministries can provide vital Christian community for students on secular campuses. Christian liberal arts colleges and Bible colleges offer scholarship in an atmosphere of faith. Families and congregations should pay attention to ministries serving students preparing for college. By Mark A. Taylor It was a typical college visit, the
April 19, 2009
Megachurches: The Value of a Brand (Web-Only Feature)
Kent Fillinger explains why church branding is about more than a logo, urging leaders to understand community perception, communicate consistently, and seek outside perspective.
