November 5, 2026
Not Just on Sunday
Lonetta McKee
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Church, City Partner for Fireworks
Central Christian Church of the East Valley partners with the city of Gilbert for its “Fire in the Sky” Fourth of July celebration, with the city providing support…
Pantano Christian Battles Poverty with Microloans
Pantano Christian Church used $25,000 in grant funds to match members’ donations for Kiva microloans, helping participants support entrepreneurs around the world through small-business lending.
A Church Planting Milestone in Canada
Churchill Meadows Christian Church is growing rapidly in Ontario, Canada, while serving a diverse community through outreach that offers refugees and immigrants friendship, practical help, and support.
NASCAR Driver Gives Orphan Care a Boost
Standard Publishing author Beth Guckenberger teams up with NASCAR driver Michael McDowell to promote orphan care, Back2Back Ministries, and her book Relentless Hope.
Author Spending Time in Joplin
Author Dave Pelzer volunteers with College Heights Christian Church in Joplin, Missouri, helping foster families and supporting recovery efforts while praising the church’s organized response to community needs.
2|42 Community Church Buys Athletic Club
2|42 Community Church plans to transform the Brighton Athletic Club into a multipurpose community center offering recreation, meeting space, children’s activities, tutoring, music lessons, and more.
TCMs Priscilla Initiative Boosts Training for Women
Training Christians for Ministry’s Priscilla Initiative provides scholarships for graduate-level Christian leadership education and practical training for women in Europe and Central Asia, with support from comedienne Anita…
East 91st Holding Summer Lunch Program
East 91st Street Christian Church is partnering with Indianapolis Parks and Second Helpings to provide free weekday lunches and summer activities for children, adults, and families in Indianapolis.
Large, Healthy Churches Merge in Phoenix Area
Christ’s Church of the Valley and Parkway Christian Church merged their congregations, staff, and leadership to pursue greater unity and shared mission in the Phoenix area.
CIY Leading ‘Engage the City’ to Serve Joplin
Christ in Youth is leading “Engage the City,” a July opportunity for students to serve tornado victims in Joplin, Missouri, and learn from local leaders.
Eubanks Institute Hosts “Forwarding Agents” Event
The Eubanks Institute for Missions at Johnson Bible College hosted a two-day gathering on the role of forwarding agents in mission work, with sessions on finances, education, publishing,…
Common Ground Site for Uncommon Garden
Common Ground Christian Church in Tampa broke ground on a new community garden sponsored by Urban Farming and Kraft Foods’ Triscuit brand to help provide fresh produce for…
Responding to Joplin Tornado Disaster
Churches, ministries, and Ozark Christian College respond after the Joplin tornado, sharing relief updates, volunteer needs, housing options, and ways to help storm victims.
Johnson Bible College Changing Name to Johnson University
Johnson Bible College announced it will become Johnson University, a name change intended to support Great Commission work, alumni access, student recruitment, and international recognition.
Emmanuel’s Name to Change June 1
Emmanuel School of Religion will become Emmanuel Christian Seminary on June 1, reflecting leaders’ belief that the current name no longer communicates clearly with today’s society.
