How should a leader handle someone in church membership who is inactive? Is there a biblical response to inactivity?
A list of low cost outreach projects your church can do to minister to those in your own community. Read these volunteer ideas..
If your church is simply going through the motions of putting on Sunday mass and passing the donation basket without any community involvement, you ...
We're helping your church grow with a creative list of 30 church outreach ideas to meet members online, in church, and in the community.
In the realm of youth ministry, fostering a sense of inclusivity and belonging is pivotal in creating a thriving and supportive community. Inclusivity goes beyond mere acceptance; it embraces diversity, encourages dialogue, and provides a platform where every individual feels valued, heard, and respected. To build stronger, more cohesive communities within Youth Ministry Downloads, it's […]
There is more that we can do to build community among women at our women's ministry events. Here are 12 ideas that will create new bonds and help women connect.
Looking for service projects ideas for your group, your family or yourself. I've compiled a list of 60 ideas. Check them out!
"Back in my day we had to walk uphill both ways in the snow." I grew up hearing stories like this from my parents and grandparents all the time, and my eyes seemed to be in a perpetual state of rolling. It's a funny thing, though, how the older I get, the more I crave hearing stories about their past. It almost gives me a way to connect with them in a new way, and I have a new perspective to cherish their wisdom. It's also amazing how the more I deal with younger generations; I find myself using this...
11 ideas for rural and small-town churches to keep a presence and impact your community through school, neighborhood, and farm life events.
Looking for service projects ideas for your group, your family or yourself. I've compiled a list of 60 ideas. Check them out!
Each person and every ministry team they’re leading is important and their team’s operations can have an impact on the church’s future. But when it comes to Sundays, some teams have a more critical role in helping or hindering church growth than others.
Coming up with new ideas for Women’s Ministry Events can be a challenge! Here are 9 months of event ideas to build community.
3 Principles of Hospitality Ministry Leadership moving volunteers to get things done and improve your first impressions ministry
A list of low cost outreach projects your church can do to minister to those in your own community. Read these volunteer ideas..
Church Fuel offers insanely practical resources for your church, including this guide to congregational care.
God designed you for community. He made you with a desire to connect with other people who can grow with you, cry with you, sharpen you, encourage you, and laugh with you. But if you’re like me, you’ve had times in your life when it feels like that kind of community is impossible to find.
Church announcements are important Imagine the time during church announcements as having a face to face conversation with everyone at once. It’s that small window of opportunity to share important things with the church family. If we are doing it well, we can make the few minutes we have really impactful. **
This post is part of a series on how to share environment space with other ministry teams. It might also be helpful for children’s ministry leaders that work in a portable setting. Sharing – Practicing What We Preach! If you work with children in any...
A list of low cost outreach projects your church can do to minister to those in your own community. Read these volunteer ideas..
Welcome to the EastLake Church's online photo gallery (hosted by Smugmug). Here you’ll be able to view photos of events ranging from baptisms, worship nights, Mother's Day, Father's Day, etc, it’s all here. If you come across a photo of yourself or family member you’d like to have, please feel free to download it using the "save photo" that will appear when you roll your mouse over the image. If you want to order prints, you can purchase them directly from SmugMug. Just a little tip: Take a look through the whole gallery if you can, your picture may come up more than once from various angles. Photos are taken by EastLake Church members that volunteer to serve in the EastLake Church Photography ministry. If you would like to volunteer to serve in the Photography Ministry please contact the ministry at [email protected]. No need to be a pro photographer or a gifted amateur. The ministry is just looking for anyone who loves photography and wants to use their photographic talent to serve EastLake Church and help carry out its goals of growing spiritually, building friendships and making a difference locally and globally.
Here is a great Community Outreach Idea for your small church. It's free. It's relational. And it's a pure gift to your community.
Explore 24 planning questions to answer that will help you create a community outreach program for your church.
Do you need youth service ideas for your church's teens? Check out these 17 ideas for youth service projects.
I've got some fantastic, unique Women’s Group Activities you can use at your ladies' church events or for any Christian group! Super easy and super fun too!
– 1 – Social Community – This past week our Life Teen took a little break from the semester’s Social Justice curriculum for a Social Night. Instead of our traditional proclaim (subject lesson lecture) followed by small group discussions, we gathered the teens in the church, lifted our voices in Glory and Praise (singing), asked […]
Understand the shifting cultural landscape of those outside your church and what really matters to the unchurched.
While the phrase “Paradigm Shift” may be used and heard a lot today, the actual occurrence of one is still a rare sight, especially when considering how to grow small groups.
These are 7 powerful ways that a church's small groups can reach people for Jesus. And we've seen these happening at Saddleback effectively.
Do you wish you volunteer more but never find the time to get started or don't know what to do? This simple volunteer idea is something anyone can do.
Learn how 15 Minutes of Ministry can make a huge impact at home. For church members, ministry leaders, and occasional volunteers.
The Bible Gives An Exact Blueprint For How To Grow Your Church Attendance. Follow These Steps And It'll Work Anywhere In The World.
Fellowship is something Christians often talk about, but what does true biblical fellowship look like? Why is it so important in the life of a believer?
Whether you’re part of a big church or a small church, here are some great church outreach ideas to inspire you and energize your planning for the year.
11 ideas for rural and small-town churches to keep a presence and impact your community through school, neighborhood, and farm life events.
Discover how to select a women's ministry theme or scripture focus for your women's ministry year. I share my process in this post.
See how one women's ministry revamped Secret Sisters from hurt feelings and lack of follow-through to face-to-face friendships and sharing.
In a powerful video, a church goer describes the hospitality experience that made it a no-brainer for her to return.
Try this outreach idea to bring your small church together for 7 impactful stations your small church can easily do in one day.
Need some ladies night out ideas for your women's ministry, small group, or MOPS moms? You'll want to check out these 105 Christian ladies night out ideas!
Discover 9 unique ways to extend compassion and care to seniors in your church and life especially to those who are homebound.
If you are looking for Team Building or Personal Development, check out how to use Enneagram Numbers in your church ministry.
There is more that we can do to build community among women at our women's ministry events. Here are 12 ideas that will create new bonds and help women connect.
A list of low cost outreach projects your church can do to minister to those in your own community. Read these volunteer ideas..
