Church Life+Ministry

Lawmaker: Adoption Doesn't Have to Be This Expensive
Congressman Diane Black's experience and faith motivates her to advocate for change.
When Tragedy Left Six Kids Orphaned, This Church Stepped In
Within 48 hours, the congregation suddenly lost two of its most active members—and the kids lost their parents.
Persecuted Church Advocate Complains It Is 'Hard Pressed' by Fellow Christian Groups
EAUK refutes allegations by Barnabas Fund, which also criticizes Open Doors, CSW, and Release.
How the American Bible Society Became Evangelical
A look back at a major turning point in the 200-year history of the storied organization.
Seminary Is Not About Me
What I learned from Bible students in Rwanda.
The CallingEpisode 4|52min
Singing the Anthem of a Diverse Kingdom
For Sandra Maria Van Opstal, the church's song heralds a multicultural revolution.
Missionary Donn Ketcham Abused 18 Children. Here’s Why He Wasn’t Stopped.
(UPDATED) After Bangladesh MKs speak out, ABWE releases final report on past problems and future protections.
Innovative Church Practices, Inspired by Stock Photos: The Abandoned Guitar
Drop that guitbox, broheim.
The Enduring Appeal of a 'Churchy' Church
Beauty is worth my 20-minute commute.
5 Committees Your Church Needs, Like, Right Now
Because nothing says "spiritual health" like a smorgasbord of service.
The CallingEpisode 3|48min
Peter Leithart's Theology of Defeat
How the prolific theologian learned to face down failure.
I Forgave My Teen Daughter’s Killer
The gospel taught me that forgiveness is not a pardon.
Why Every Pastor Should Try Handwriting Letters
Don't underrate plain paper and ink.
Can People of Color Really Make Themselves at Home?
There's a big difference between being a guest in a largely white organization and being able to "move the furniture."
Beyond Bono and Eugene Peterson: The Most Searched and Shared Psalms
Fuller Seminary video wants more reading. Here's what people already are.
The Babylon Bee's Adam Ford Says the Church Needs Laughter
The humorist and comics artist on leading through levity.
6 Qualifications for Elders that Paul Forgot to Mention
Church leadership brings a heap of hilarious frustrations.
The Major Money Problems of Church Planters vs. Other Pastors
Why your pastors can't save themselves.
My Toddler Survived Brain Cancer—Here’s What I Learned
7 things you should know, from a mom who’s been there
The CallingEpisode 2|49min
How a Trusted Pastor Can Transform a Community
Pastor, teacher, and community activist Jonathan Brooks chats with us about changing culture from the inside out.

Top Story May 4, 2024

Conservative Methodists, Unite
Conservative Methodists, Unite
After this week’s UMC votes on LGBTQ issues, African Methodists should join American conservatives in the new Global Methodist denomination.

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