Ministry of the Month

  Europe continues to be a very popular destination. In 2024, travel returned to pre-pandemic levels with over 40 million Americans visiting the United Kingdom, France, Italy, and other destinations.  Christians have the opportunity to not only enjoy the stunning cities, history, cuisine and culture of Europe, but also to visit places that will deepen

  Walk into any church midweek, and you’ll likely find quiet hallways, empty classrooms, and fellowship halls waiting for the weekend to roll around. While Sundays remain central to most congregations, the reality is that many church campuses sit underutilized five or six days out of the week. In today’s economic landscape, where many congregations

  In churches today, visuals aren’t just accessories to your service, they’re part of the message. Whether it’s worship lyrics on a screen, motion backgrounds behind your pastor, or sermon slides that support scripture, your visuals shape how people experience church. Here are five of the most common visual media mistakes churches make and how

Baby Boomers. Gen X. Millennials. Gen Z. Gen Alpha. What do these five generations have in common? They are all current and active in ministry. Now, what sets them apart? Plenty of things, but in regard to ministry, they each bring a unique: Perspective Communication style Set of expectations When planning any event, planners have

  Ah, summer. The days are long, the evenings are warm, and students have more time to linger. Plan now to make the most of the season by building memories and building God’s Kingdom with these five youth group activities. A “Gospelized” Car Wash Summer is the perfect time for this service opportunity. This idea

  Churches across America are facing a growth crisis. Recent studies reveal that 8 out of 10 churches are either plateaued or declining. After consulting with hundreds of churches over the past seven years, I’ve discovered that many Jesus-loving churches unknowingly sabotage their growth through simple communication mistakes that can be fixed in weeks. While

  Technology plays a crucial role in church operations by streamlining administrative tasks and facilitating seamless communication among leaders, members, volunteers, and staff. The development of church apps stands out as one of the most significant advancements in church technology. Church apps are revolutionizing the way churches manage volunteers and organize events. They offer a

  For a church community, the death of a beloved congregant is a significant event. These friends contributed to the church’s personality and spiritual fabric. To ensure their legacy endures, churches have various options for memorials. Creating tribute pages in the church directory is a meaningful way to honor people and keep their memory alive.

  As adults in the church congregation, we are called to guide our children in their spiritual journey through the word of God. Now that’s a tall order! How do we keep future generations engaged and inspired when they’re still learning how to “just be kids” themselves? Sunday School, church nurseries, VBS, and youth groups

  There are many reasons a congregation might look at upgrading an existing play area or adding a completely new playground to their church property. There are also several things that you should consider when you’re ready to begin the process. Why Should Anyone Invest in a New Playground or Upgrade Existing Equipment and Play