Ideas

Doing Unto Others

Davis maintains that ministry shouldn’t be about serving at church on a Sunday morning, because those people are already saved. Instead, it should be about doing ministry on the mission field and talking to people who are unchurched.

The Gift of Life

For the small church, a blood drive is an easy, no-cost way to give to others, and is perhaps more impactful and life-changing (and life-saving) than any amount of money could be.

Podcasting Ministry the Easy Way

By transforming livestreams into podcasts, ministries can transcend geographical boundaries and time constraints, and build communities beyond physical barriers.

Grief Ministry Offers Hope and Healing Through Facebook

St. Joseph Catholic Church in Arkansas creates online support community for those dealing with grief.

New Jersey Church Hosts Monthly Pay-What-You-Can Dinner

“People can dine with dignity,” explains Rev. Paul Jeanes III, pastor of Trinity Church. “Nobody knows who pays and who doesn’t.”

Family + Missions: Kingsland Baptist Church in Texas

Senior Pastor Ryan Rush: Sharing True Fulfillment by Connecting Church, Suburban Families and Missions

Establishing the Foundation: Texas Church’s Premarital Program Keeps Gospel at the Center

At the Austin Stone Community Church, engaged couples commit to a robust, 9-week marriage preparation program.

Caring for Caregivers: Ministry Offers Practical and Social Support

North Carolina church sends out "care buddies" who encourage senior caregivers with cards, prayer, calls and visits.

Minnsesota Church Empowers Seniors for Purposeful Retirement

Ministry aims to reach adults in the early stages of retirement to help them discover their strengths and build community.

Prioritizing Marriage: Minnesota Church Mentors Couples Through Every Season

River Valley Church offers hope and mentoring to couples who are struggling at any stage of their marriage.

Re-Engaging Couples in Christ: Texas Church Program Seeks Marriage Restoration

Watermark Community Church's marriage enrichment program is offered at more than 100 churches across the country.