Articles for Outreach & Missions

Social Media Outreach for Churches: A Simple Weekly Content Plan

Church social media outreach isn’t about trending topics or going viral. It’s about creating touchpoints of grace throughout the week, reinforcing your message, and inviting people into relationship with your church and with God.

Digital Evangelism That Works: Moving from Posts to Real Conversations

Start every digital initiative with an invitation, not a sermon. Respond personally. Meet people where they are. Build connection before conversion.

How to Train Your Church for Evangelism (Without a Guilt Trip)

The goal isn’t to turn everyone into an extrovert or a street preacher. The goal is to form a church that sees evangelism as a natural expression of love, rooted in listening, prayer, and faithfulness.

Church Outreach That Isn’t Cringe: A Field Guide for Normal People

The best church outreach ideas rarely feel like “outreach” at all. They feel like neighbors caring for neighbors, Christians living their faith in public without spectacle.

Trillia Newbell: Meet the Family of God

As we begin to view members of our churches as members of God’s family, our prejudices begin to crumble.

8 Ways to Reach Single Adults Through Your Church

Pam and I were older when we married, so we both spent many years as a single adult. Consequently, we’re sensitive to reaching single adults through our churches. Perhaps one of these suggestions will help you as you reach this group in your community.

Do You Have an Outreach Schedule Planned for 2026?

An outreach schedule for 2026 gives you structure without stifling the Spirit. It creates momentum, invites consistent participation, and helps your church reflect Christ’s heart for your community.

Do We Have Friends at Church – Or Are We a Lonely Crowd?

A lot of people have shared with me how tough it is to break into a new church. It’s the newcomer who has to break into conversations. The newcomer has to find common interests and angle for invitations.

The Stand That Saved My Life: Read (and Share) This Amazing Testimony

Make a stand for Christ and trust Him to use it for His glory. The same stand that saved my life may just save the soul of someone you know.

Does Every Outreach Event Require a Gospel Presentation?

Before you plan activities, ask: “How does this reflect Christ’s heart and point people to Him?” Intentional planning keeps the gospel at the center, even when the event looks entertaining or service-oriented.

The #1 Outreach Campaign for Your Church

This article asks the question, What is the best way to impact the community to which God has called us to reach?