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Church Leaders in the Local Community: 4 Ways to ‘Become Known’

"They have come to regard me as a resource in certain areas and call on me. My availability and consistent presence with no …

"Families spent time doing the crafts and talking about the Bible story at home. While the length of camp time was shortened, the …

"In Epiphany, notes encouraging people to 'follow the light' were found on windshields during those cloudy, dark winter …

Magic happens when a story draws adult and child into a world of make-believe. Reading together is a precious gift of time that …

"At its best, a church coffee hour is a venue for the Holy Spirit to work." Coffee Hour: …

"The books were available to anyone, and a small sign was placed next to the basket inviting people to take a book." The …

"Gracious God, Bless the visitors that come to find our cache. We pray that all who find it know your presence in our church, our …

"Yes, a potluck is about gathering at table to eat, but mostly to participate with a community by sharing our individualized …

"I love that young people are in church, not for a specified purpose, but just to “be.” Just to hang out. Just to be bored. Just …

"The key is to develop a team of adult sponsors who work together in the best interest of the youth." Youth Ministers …