Get Google Ads for Free
Google is offering a grant for $10,000 a month in free ads to churches that qualify. To see how it works click the video below.
The grant isn't just for churches but any non-profit with current 501(c)(3) status. The ARC applied for a google grant a few weeks ago. We were just approved. The ads are running and we are already seeing results!
What will you need when you apply?
Make sure you have a(n):
EIN number
Mission Statement
Current 501(c)(3) Status
You should be able to apply in about an hour. Once you are approved the church
View full post →
The old ARC App has been removed from the iTunes store. The new ARC App is ready to be downloaded. It has more features and is available on more platforms. Select your version today.
Download for iPhone or Android.
New Features :
All Access Tab
See the schedule, outline of app sessions, speakers, and more.
Stream Media
Listen to media from your phone as you drive to the conference.
Church Finder
Find a church close by with the new "Near Me" feature.
Download for iPhone or Android.
(This will not come through as an update. You will need to
You can feel secure, even in the midst of cataclysmic changes, through awareness of His continual Presence. The One who never leaves you is the same One who never changes: I am the same yesterday, today, and forever. Hebrews 13:8
The most encouraging message you never heard
Funding your ministry – launch phase
3 Simple things … if you’re a preacher
10 Days away
7 Digital tips in a post website world
Need volunteers?
A lesson from Trader Joe’s
7 Ways transformational leaders are different
Beat the summer giving slump
Interested in church planting?
![Building a Launch Team [Video]](/images/made/images/uploads/blog/Screen_Shot_2013-04-08_at_9.32.45_AM_150_113.png)
In this video, Lead Pastor of TurningPoint Church, Josh Mauney will discuss the basics (where, when, what, why) of meeting with your team leading up to the first day of your church plant.
How do you build a launch team? He suggest:
Pick a place that communicates excellence. Room dynamics are important. Make sure the size of the room fits your team. Also make sure the room is clean.
Pick a time that works for your area. There is no perfect time, but you would not want to have a meeting on a Saturday night in Tuscaloosa, Alabama in the
Ready for a lot of people this Easter? What are you going to do to keep them connected?
Pastor Greg Surratt (ARC President) talks with Bob Franquiz of Calvary Fellowship, Larry Brey of Elevation Church and Josh Walters of Seacoast Church on Assimilation.
On this hangout:
Why do people come once and not come back?
How to weave people into your culture.
Types of assimilation in the church.
Why Elevation Church does not have membership.
The Elevation Church process:
We don't want anyone burning in Hell. (100 out of 100 Christians)
Growth: I believe this so much I will bring a
One of the first big challenges a church planter can face is raising money. This post will teach you the fundamentals of drafting a fund raising letter that works.
(Photo used with permission)
Click to see the letter inside.
As Brandon and Rachelle prepare to start a new church the time has come to trust God for the resources. A significant increase in capital will make a huge difference in their ability reach the city. They have a name, Cross Church. Their logo and website are complete. Now it is time to sit down and draft their first “fund
A thought for your week: Instead of trying to fight your fears, concentrate on trusting Him. When you relate to Him in confident trust, there is no limit to how much He can strengthen you. "See, God has come to save me. I will trust in him and not be afraid. The Lord God is my strength and my song; he has given me victory.” Isaiah 12:2 NLT
Also, check out these 10 ministry finds from around the web:
Creating small groups outside the church
All Access App Sessions
God’s obsession with you
April 2.0 and May 3.0 registration open
Lessons
A thought for your week on God's love: "For the Lord your God is living among you. He is a mighty savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. With his love, he will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.” | Zephaniah 3:17
Also, check out these 10 ministry finds from around the web:
Do the opposite
A thought on raising money
Better done than started
12 Articles to help you get unstuck
The art of doing
Getting started with twitter
Why single moms don’t attend your church
30 Seconds to a better
