Diversity

Race and the Gospel: Is Justice Part of the Discussion?—Part 1

“Surely the Good News of Jesus Has Something to Say to the Greatest Historic Injustice of the Last 500 Years.”

Love the Stranger

Once cleared by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the adult migrants the ministry serves arrive at a nearby bus station where they can catch a ride to their destination city. It is there that Navarro and his church greet the weary travelers.

Bridging the Divide: Kentucky Churches Build Racial Harmony

Two churches combine forces to build friendships and tear down racial stereotypes.

Arkansas Church Connects 3 Separate—yet Unified—Language Groups

Open Door Baptist Church consists of English-, Spanish- and Korean-speaking congregations.

New York Church Reaches Immigrants, Millennials and Seekers

The Bridge Church unites a primarily unchurched community through small groups and other initiatives.

How to Become Diverse: The Story of Fielder Church in Texas

Fielder Church employs an intentional, strategic process over multiple years to change the culture of the church.

Chicago Church Confronts Inequality to Meet Unique Neighborhood Needs

Urban Village Church seeks to be more inclusive and diverse by planting sites in four neighborhoods throughout the city.

New Orleans Church Pursues Communitywide Restoration

Canal Street Church embraces holistic restoration that heals families, provides hope and changes lives.

New Church Plant Launches in Silicon Valley Farmers’ Market

Eden Church finds a way to connect with the diverse, affluent and generally nonreligious residents of Silicon Valley.

“I Was the Only African-American”—Lessons From a Mystery Visit

An unchurched person reports on an unannounced visit to a local church. Could it be yours?

Multiethnic Church: Why Diversity Requires Maturity

“If unity and diversity are perfected in the eternal church, we should be ever pursuing its perfection in the local church, as well.”