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Access Christian Church emphasizes that everyone has God-given strengths and talents that need to be used in the kingdom. Therefore, church leadership has as their goal to give everyone the opportunity to serve.

Chemistry and the Cross

The event proved so popular that Cross Point ended up holding two more of these science-based events. The church also used its established partnerships with local schools to hold science days at two campuses at which students seized the opportunity to build and fly rockets, construct a bridge, conduct experiments, perform a bounce test and other fun and educational activities.

Signs of Joy

According to Kregel, 3–4% of American teenagers are deaf or hard of hearing. “They are one of the most isolated groups of teenagers known.”

Supporting Single Mothers: McCook Christian Church in Nebraska

Bible study offers encouragement and support for single moms in the McCook, Nebraska, community.

Idea: Transform Your Church Into Temporary Housing for the Homeless

Each winter, two dozen North Dakota churches convert their basements into temporary homeless shelters.

Texas Church Inspires Hundreds of Adoptions

Ministry at Green Acres Baptist Church in Tyler, Texas, educates, equips and mobilizes hundreds of families to adopt and foster.

Philippines: Victory Megachurch Building on Discipleship

“Our focus is on reaching the lost—not growing the church,” the founder says

A Compassionate View: King’s View Assembly of God

A Northern California Church Addresses Its Rural Community’s Biggest Needs

South Carolina Church Feeds 125,000 People

More than 1,000 volunteers gather at LowCountry Community Church to pack meals for thousands of low-income families.

12 Ways Your Church Can Show Christmas Kindness

Sometimes it's the simple, practical ideas that make the memorable outreach impact. Try these ...

Try This: Christmas on a Budget

Help attendees escape consumerism and debt this holiday.