Missions

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Let the Locals Lead

Native church planters are preaching, evangelizing, and discipling in places foreign missionaries are struggling to reach.

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What’s Next for the Multisite Church?

In a short time, one church in multiple locations has become a new normal. A pioneer of the model predicts where it’s headed.

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The Inspirational, Interdenominational, Multi-Congregational Ministry Movement

What happens when local churches stop competing and start seeing themselves as multiple sites of God’s Church in a city?

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This Church Model Thrives in Post-Christian Contexts

Missional communities seek to broaden our understanding of what it means to be a local church.

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Carving Out a Niche for Micro-Congregations

A new wave of designer ministries isn’t about attracting people to “big church.”

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The Turbulent Calling of Bivocational Ministry

Three honest stories about its rewards and challenges.

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Violence Isn’t the Only Threat to Evangelism in Nigeria

The Anglican Archbishop of Jos discusses the gospel’s endurance through intense persecution and casual indifference.

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God’s Crowdsource in East Harlem

This church is building relationships and contributing to economic shalom by supporting local businesses.

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How to Serve Your City When You Aren’t a Megachurch

Our resources are limited, but that hasn’t stopped us.

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Make the Most of Your Rented Space

Five solutions for mobile churches.

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What Christians in the US Can Learn from Immigrant Pastors

For those who met Christ elsewhere, Americanized Christianity can look a bit strange.

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Feed the Flock

A food-service ministry can be a great way to reach people.

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5 Creative Alternatives to Trunk-or-Treat

Don’t be scared of Halloween. Seize the (holi) day!

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How a Small Congregation Fed 145,000 People

God is using 124 people from this historic congregation to support a big ministry.

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10 Essentials for a Successful Outdoor Event

Don’t let weather, logistics, or Egyptian plagues keep you from taking your service outside.

Field Guide

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Uniting a Violence-Plagued City in Prayer

Neither death threats nor tepid response discouraged two pastors from praying over every murder site in their city for years.

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What Makes Your Church Your Church?

3 building blocks to help you tell your story.

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