November 10, 2026
It Went Beyond The Cross
Lonetta McKee
congregational growth
Articles tagged congregational growth
Counting the Cost of a Growing Church
Church growth comes with a cost. Eddie Lowen examines four challenges leaders should expect as congregations expand: questioned motives, departing members, increasing complexity, and changing staff and volunteer…
Thinking Big
Small churches have enormous potential to reach their communities. Jennifer Johnson explores why congregational growth matters, how spiritual maturity fuels growth, and why church leaders must embrace creativity…
How BIG Is Your Small Church?
Does church size determine ministry success? Ryland Brown shares lessons from leading a small congregation and explains why faithful service, obedience, and caring for others matter more than…
New Home Brings New Growth
Legacy Christian Church in Senoia, Georgia, experienced 90 percent attendance growth after relocating to a permanent facility. Discover how volunteer involvement, blended worship, and a welcoming atmosphere helped…
The Church at Antioch
Discover how Antioch Christian Church in Marion, Iowa, experienced remarkable growth through John Seitz's leadership, expanded facilities, volunteer development, community outreach, and a sustained commitment to prayer.
By the Numbers (Buy the Numbers!)
Christian Standard's annual church report examines growth statistics from 344 congregations, highlights expanding research among Christian churches, and challenges leaders to measure genuine discipleship alongside attendance numbers.
Time to Change
A frustrating Daylight Savings Time experience reminds Mark A. Taylor that change is rarely comfortable. But when churches embrace new approaches, they can make room for growth and…
Counting Sheep
Steve Carr questions whether attendance numbers alone can measure church success, examining biblical examples, transfer growth, evangelism, and the need for a broader understanding of congregational faithfulness.
