Articles for tag: Adopt

June 19, 2015

By Tom Ellsworth I”m not sure when it happened. I distinctly remember being a young minister just starting out who desperately wanted to bridge the gulf between the generation I so respected and my generation, which also needed to find a place in church leadership. Suddenly””at least it seems that way””I find myself moving into a different stage. I turned 60 this year and have become part of the generation to which I was trying to build that bridge years ago. I hasten to add that 60 is not old (my perspective), but neither is it young. So I want

September 1, 2012

Christian Standard

Church & Ministry Community Outreach

Both Approaches Can Be Successful

By Jennifer Johnson I like Matthew Barnett“s philosophy of serving: “Find a need and fill it.” For Barnett, founder of The Dream Center in Los Angeles, the motto has worked well. Since its launch in 1994, the center has served millions of poor, addicted, homeless, and broken people. Thousands of volunteers lead ministries ranging from residential rehab to “Adopt-A-Block” teams in 35 locations across the city. I also like their story: Pastor Matthew”s outreach to the gangs surrounding the church”s iconic building, the organic growth of ministries developed by members, and its identity as “the church that never sleeps.” But

March 18, 2007

Kent Fillinger

Church & Ministry Community Outreach

A Call to Action

Since spring 2003, Connection Pointe Christian Church’s Military Support Group has sent care packages, cards, and encouragement to American military personnel. Volunteers meet for planning and prayer while helping families waiting at home.

April 30, 2006

Greg Swinney

Church & Ministry Campus Ministry

Your Church’s Campus Ministry

College students need a church family when they’re away from home. Greg Swinney shares practical ideas—from Adopt-A-Student to service opportunities—that help congregations communicate, “You matter here,” and connect students into lasting relationships.