In the past few decades, the typical employment pattern in families changed. While 41 percent of mothers with a working husband were considered “stay-at-home moms” in 1970, that number dropped to 20 percent by 2012. But what hasn’t changed? Parents of both genders, whether or not they work full-time, need support as they … Continue reading How Churches Can Support Busy Working Parents This Fall
Outreach
Gearing up for Fall: Impactful Ministry Ideas
Fall is a great time of year to “kick-off” (football pun intended) your church’s ministry and outreach for the next six to nine months. As you look at the events calendar and brainstorm activity ideas, use this list for inspiration: Back to School Support Back to school can be a difficult time … Continue reading Gearing up for Fall: Impactful Ministry Ideas
Helpful Church Plant Resources for Outreach & Discipleship
And the master said to the servant, ‘Go out to the highways and hedges and compel people to come in, that my house may be filled. Luke 14:23 Church planters, pastors and ministry leaders - you have been called to a great purpose: to fill the Lord’s house, seat by seat. To work every … Continue reading Helpful Church Plant Resources for Outreach & Discipleship
Summer Ministry Ideas for Your Church
It's officially summer! Finally, the time of year to enjoy the outdoors, and a more opportune time for your church to partake in ministry outreach. From family reunions to pool parties, people are already in the socializing mood. Take advantage of this summer season with these fun ministry ideas: For Youth With schools … Continue reading Summer Ministry Ideas for Your Church
How to Use Easter as an Outreach Opportunity
In America, Easter is more than just a religious holiday: there are department store sales, family and Easter bunny photos, egg hunt contests, you name it. Many who aren’t of the Christian faith still know of and acknowledge Easter as symbolic for positivity and a day off from their usual Sunday activities. Why not take … Continue reading How to Use Easter as an Outreach Opportunity
3 Challenges for Growing Churches to Overcome (And How)
As Christians, we are called to go out and make disciples [Matthew 28:19]. However, it’s important to note that as your church grows, new challenges present along the way. Below, we’ve identified three potential difficulties for growing churches to overcome and how. 1. Church Leader to Member Ratios When there is an increase … Continue reading 3 Challenges for Growing Churches to Overcome (And How)
5 Practical Ways to Mentor New Believers
Do you remember when you first accepted Christ in your life? It was an exciting and life-changing experience, right? You also may remember having hit a few bumps from time to time, and thankfully, you had an encouraging pastor or supportive friend to help along the way. Just as God placed a mentor in your … Continue reading 5 Practical Ways to Mentor New Believers
How to Give Youth a Passion for Outreach
And how shall they preach unless they are sent? As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the gospel of peace, who bring glad tidings of good things!” Romans 10:15 Your youth can become the driving force behind your church’s outreach ministry and spread the Gospel throughout your community. … Continue reading How to Give Youth a Passion for Outreach
7 Fruitful Church Outreach Ideas to Spark Life in Your Community
“How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him who brings good news…” – Isaiah 52:7 The local church has a central Gospel purpose: growing the body of Christ. When you execute a local outreach strategy, you’re not just trying to get good PR. You’re getting involved in the community to represent Jesus and … Continue reading 7 Fruitful Church Outreach Ideas to Spark Life in Your Community
What Every Pastor Needs to Know About Millennials
The average age of the modern (Protestant) pastor is 54, but millennials, those between the ages of 20 and 36 in 2017, are the nation’s largest living generation. In order to minister effectively to younger individuals, pastors should recognize these four key facts about millennials: 1. They Invest in Their Children Millennials came of … Continue reading What Every Pastor Needs to Know About Millennials
