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church planting in small towns
Church & Ministry

Big Dreams in Small Places

Can a church plant thrive in a town of 3,000? Philip Claycomb shares Creekside Christian Fellowship's story in Needville, Texas, and four lessons about community engagement, local missions,…

Philip Claycomb · October 13, 2013
church planting in southern Arizona
Church & Ministry

Transforming Our Region

Glen Elliott shares how Pantano Christian Church pursued church planting across southern Arizona through strategic partnerships, community engagement, leadership development, and a vision for healthy congregations in every…

Glen Elliott · October 12, 2013
church growth and church size
Church & Ministry

What I Want to Tell Church Planters

After leading both a struggling church plant and a growing megachurch, Aaron Brockett reflects on discouragement, church size, and why faithful ministry matters more than numerical success.

Aaron Brockett · October 11, 2013
church planting and megachurch cooperation
Church & Ministry

What I Want to Tell Large Churches

Church planters and megachurch leaders often compete despite sharing the same mission. Steve Wyatt explores the struggles of starting a church and calls for greater honesty, practical support,…

Steve Wyatt · October 10, 2013
God's will for your life
Christian Living

The Unpopular Answer

What is God's will for your life? Chad Ragsdale explores the call to holiness, explaining why becoming like Christ matters more than pursuing happiness, relevance, or personal sincerity.

Chad Ragsdale · October 6, 2013
My Safe Harbor Anaheim
Church & Ministry

A Conversation with Becky Ahlberg

Discover how My Safe Harbor in Anaheim empowers single mothers, strengthens families, and builds community partnerships through practical urban outreach and the long-term commitment of a congregation determined…

Jennifer Johnson · October 3, 2013
church disability inclusion
Church & Ministry

Who Will Sing to George?

Who will sing to George when his mother is gone? Vangie Rodenbeck explores church disability inclusion through a moving story about worship, friendship, and the lasting relationships families…

Vangie Rodenbeck · September 30, 2013
forgiveness and reconciliation
Culture & Public Square

When ‘Les Mis’ Comes to Life

After his father was murdered, Tim Streett struggled to forgive. Dave Smith recounts his journey toward reconciliation, an unexpected friendship with Don Cox, and the transforming power of…

Dave Smith · September 29, 2013
churches and government partnerships
Church & Ministry

Churches and Government: Partners in Community Development

Jim Herbst explores how churches and government can work together to strengthen neighborhoods through housing, education, local partnerships, and community development rooted in trust and genuine neighborly relationships.

Jim Herbst · September 23, 2013
church zoning laws
Church Leadership

The Church and the City

What happens when city zoning rules threaten a congregation's plans? Roger Boatman examines church land-use disputes and offers practical guidance for navigating local government, property decisions, and legal…

Roger Boatman · September 22, 2013
Chicago Impact church planting
Church & Ministry

Chicago Impact

Tammy Melchien shares how Chicago Impact brought Community Christian Church into Chicago's neighborhoods through new campuses, school partnerships, small groups, and personal stories of transformation, including Mitchell's journey…

Tammy Melchien · September 16, 2013
REUNION Christian Church Boston
Church & Ministry

Boston Strong

Dan Clymer shares how REUNION Christian Church and Sojourn Collegiate Ministry partnered to reach Boston through church planting, campus outreach, small groups, community service, and a growing commitment…

Dan Clymer · September 15, 2013
urban population growth and churches
Church & Ministry

City Growth, Church Growth?

As Americans return to urban living, will congregations follow? Darrel Rowland examines city population growth, changing neighborhoods, and the religious attitudes of millennials shaping the future of urban…

Darrel Rowland · September 14, 2013
Common Ground Network of Churches
Church & Ministry

Growing “Small” in Indianapolis

After rapid growth revealed weaknesses in discipleship, Jeff Krajewski explains why Common Ground chose smaller congregations, deeper mentoring relationships, and a 100-year vision for church multiplication in Indianapolis.

Jeff Krajewski · September 14, 2013
Emmanuel Christian Church Pittsburgh
Church & Ministry

God Gave Us a Heart for Pittsburgh

As Pittsburgh experiences an urban renaissance, Tom Fodi shares how Emmanuel Christian Church embraces neighborhood relationships, community service, and intentional outreach to demonstrate Christ's love in a changing…

Tom Fodi · September 13, 2013
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