Best Free Online Resources For Churches
The following is a list of free, trusted resources that are available for churches and can be found online.
Christianity Today
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This site offers a wealth of information for churches. It has an entire section devoted solely to church management. It discusses in great detail topics like furnishings, finances, music and audio, educational resource, and missions. Churches can also put job postings on the site.
The Episcopal Church
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Although this website is designed for the Episcopal Church, it has several great Christian resources that can be used for any non-denominational church. Subjects explored on this site include Asian Ministries, Latino Ministries, and Black Ministries. There is a section on starting a new church and how to begin the process. There are several non-copywrited sermons that are available to the public. These sermons touch on popular topics like depression, being a good samaritan, and unrelenting giving.
Believers
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This site is designed for all Christians, from brand new believers to long-time believers. There are daily emails you can sign up for that will send small devotional lessons, or you can sort through their teaching papers and explore topics like, “Be A Good Wife”, “Can A Church Meet in a House?”, “Does God Test Us?” and “Faith For Guidance”. It gives suggestions for prayers and links to Christian songs and resources.
Focus on the Family
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When going to family.org, you will be directed to the Focus on the Family website. The site discusses the ministry of Focus on the Family, which is designed as a resource to help couples build stronger marriages and healthy, Christian families. Topics that are discussed on the site include: “How do I keep my kids from fighting?,” “Should we get married?” and “What does the Bible say about money?” There is a variety of curriculum available to study and several communities to join. Churches can use the site as guidance when providing family and/or marriage counseling to members.
The Institute for Creation Research
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The Institute for Creation Research website gives specific scientific evidence that creation is a viable explanation for life on Earth. It discusses the science and research that backs their believes and the fact that creation is not “religion,” but a proven science. There are sections labeled, “Evidence for God”, “Evidence from Nature”, “Evidence from Science”, and “Evidence from Scripture.” Technical papers are available to view that detail research results.
Christians in Recovery
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Christians in Recovery is an online community for Christians dealing with alcohol and drug addictions. There are recovery meetings online and monitored chat rooms. There is a section for church staff member to use when counseling constituents dealing with addiction.
Sunday School Printables
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Free resources for Sunday school teachers include printable Christian stickers, coloring pages, games and certificates.
Spirit Restoration
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Spirit Restoration is a website for mature Christians and Christian scholars. It is a resource to turn to when Christians need additional information or further explanation on topics found in the Bible. Educational materials are suggested and Christian book reviews are available. There is a wide variety of information discussed in detail including the Dead Sea Scrolls, Christian finances, the calendar of fasting, the Trinity, and understanding death and the afterlife.
Church Grants
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This site is designed to help churches secure funding through private foundations and government grants. The site does not issue grants, but gives instruction on how to apply for funding and what funding may be available.
Youth Ministry Ideas
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Youth ministry resources are available here for youth pastors and youth workers. There are lessons, games, and icebreakers to keep the younger members of the church engaged and excited about church. Free downloadable lessons are available as well as music suggestions.
eBible Teacher
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Lesson plans, worksheets, and games are available for Sunday school teachers to use. All material is free and lessons are searchable by topic. Printable coloring pages are available as well as song lyrics for smaller children.
Got Questions.org
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Got Questions.org answers the most common questions asked by Christians and church leaders today. It gives biblical answers to questions like interracial marriage and what is “speaking in tongues?” There are specific answers to logistical topics like the importance of church bylaws and qualifications for deacons and elders.
Church Planting Village
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Information regarding starting a new church is laid out in simple and easy to understand terms. The resource library is searchable by topic, and there is even a sample church Constitution and Bylaws form that can be filled in, revised and fitted to meet any church’s needs.
Charity Net USA
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Charity Net helps any nonprofit or charity start up or continue to grow. Some of their services include grant writing, fundr
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