Mission Support Blog
7 Church Planting Challenges (and Why You’re Not Alone)
Church planting is one of the most exciting and faith-stretching journeys a leader can take. But it’s also full of moments that feel heavy, lonely, and confusing. The truth? Most planters face the same challenges—whether they talk about them or not. Here are seven...
6 Signs Your Church Is Getting Healthier (And Growing Spiritually)
As your church grows, it’s natural to ask: Are our people actually growing too? Attendance numbers can give you a snapshot, but they rarely tell the whole story. Spiritual growth and church health are deeper than full seats on Sunday. Here are six signs that your...
6 Ways to Make Parents Feel Safe Dropping Off Their Kids at Church
If your church wants to reach more families, you’ve got to start where it matters most: with the kids. Because when parents feel confident their children are safe and well cared for, something shifts. They breathe easier. They let their guard down. They’re more likely...
7 Non-Intrusive Ways to Make First-Time Guests Feel Welcome
First impressions matter—especially on Sundays. When someone walks into your church for the first time, they’re likely carrying a mix of curiosity, hesitation, and questions. They’re wondering: Will I belong here? Will I be noticed… or worse, singled out? As church...
Four Reasons Your Church Shouldn’t Apologize for Reaching More People
Church growth can be a touchy subject. Many leaders feel tension between the desire to reach more people and the fear of sounding self-promotional or numbers-driven. But at its core, the mission of the Church is to make disciples. Reaching more people with the gospel...
Six Leadership Principles Every Church Team Needs to Know
Healthy churches are led by healthy teams—and healthy teams are built on clarity, trust, and intentional leadership. Whether you’re leading a staff team, elder board, or volunteer leadership group, the principles that guide how you lead matter just as much as what you...
5 Practical Ways to Connect College Students to Your Church
College students are one of the most strategic and underserved groups in the church today. They’re navigating one of the most formative seasons of life—figuring out who they are, what they believe, and what kind of community they want to be part of. That’s why...
4 Simple Ways to Spark Energy & Engagement on Sundays
4 Ways to Create Energy and Engagement on Sunday Mornings As pastors and ministry leaders, we all desire more focused, engaged congregants who are eager to hear God’s Word on Sunday mornings. While solid preaching is vital, the atmosphere before and during the service...
5 Ways to Keep Your Church Staff Connected in a Digital World
As churches continue to navigate an increasingly digital and hybrid world, one challenge keeps surfacing: How do we keep our staff connected when we’re not all in the same place? Whether your team includes part-time staff, remote workers, or volunteers juggling...
Why Local SEO Audit is Important for Your Church Website
Do you know more than 97% of users prefer searching for local churches and non-profit organizations online? However, the problem is that more than 1.17 billion websites are available on the internet. How can you ensure a higher ranking of your church website for these...
