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Rooftop Church Redefines Faith with Casual, Modern Approach

11/18/2025

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Rooftop Church, near St. Louis, Missouri, has a casual atmosphere with head pastor Matt Herndon leading services in baseball caps and jeans.
The church is part of the growing nondenominational movement and attracts around 600 attendees weekly.
Herndon describes his approach as "big tent Christianity," blending pop culture with biblical teachings and says denominations must adapt to reconnect with modern congregants.

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Story summary

Rooftop Church, near St. Louis, Missouri, has a casual atmosphere with head pastor Matt Herndon leading services in baseball caps and jeans.
The church is part of the growing nondenominational movement and attracts around 600 attendees weekly.
Herndon describes his approach as "big tent Christianity," blending pop culture with biblical teachings and says denominations must adapt to reconnect with modern congregants.