The Rural Church Project is an initiative designed to strengthen, encourage, and equip those who serve in rural ministry contexts. We believe that the church in small towns and countryside communities plays a vital role in the Kingdom of God—and yet many rural leaders and congregations often feel overlooked or under-resourced.
Through the Rural Church Project, we seek to change that by creating a space where rural pastors, volunteers, and churches can find connection, encouragement, and practical tools for ministry.
Our Vision
To see rural churches thriving as faithful, gospel-centered communities that bring hope and renewal to their towns and regions.
Our Commitments
- Encouragement – Providing devotionals, podcasts, and stories that inspire and remind rural leaders they are not alone.
- Equipping – Offering practical resources, ministry tools, and training opportunities designed with the realities of rural contexts in mind.
- Connection – Creating spaces—online and in-person—where leaders can share ideas, support one another, and build lasting partnerships.
- Advocacy – Elevating the importance of rural ministry in the broader church conversation, ensuring rural voices are heard.
Why It Matters
Nearly half of the world’s population lives in rural areas, and in the United States millions of people call rural communities home. These towns need healthy churches and faithful leaders. The Rural Church Project exists to help ensure those leaders are encouraged and equipped for the unique challenges and opportunities they face.
How You Can Join Us
- Explore our Ministry Toolbox for practical resources.
- Listen to the Rural Church Podcast for stories and conversations.
- Engage with our devotionals created to refresh and renew those serving in rural contexts.
- Share your story or partner with us to strengthen rural churches everywhere.
Together, we can celebrate and strengthen the church “out here”—where God is doing faithful work in small places with big Kingdom impact.
