Church Life+Ministry

Should Your Church's Name Include Its Denomination?
(UPDATED) New research says both churchgoers and the unchurched agree decision is a 'two-edged sword.'
Most Southern Baptist Pastors 'Not Prepared to Die'
LifeWay study suggests 4 in 10 SBC pastors (as well as 9 in 10 churches) lack sufficient estate planning.
The Gospel Hand-Off
After a setback due to illness, one missionary couple had to give their ministry away. Why they're happy about it.
Mixing Medicine and Mercy in the Streets of Iraq
I used to think Christian mission was only about evangelism. Until we met Seema.
Not Your Father's Christian Community Development
How John Perkins's CCDA has changed to respond to 21st-century realities.
Chances Improving for Ex-Episcopalians in Property Fights
Court cases in Texas and South Carolina could reshape other disputes—and denominations.
The Problem with Christians Doing the 'Harlem Shake'
Some advice for the church: Think before you click.
Chick-Fil-A's Lesson on Loving Your Enemies
Step 1: Let your enemies become your friends.
Megachurch Pastor Eddie Long Sued Over Alleged Ponzi Scheme
Lawsuit alleges Atlanta pastor endorsed investment that lost church members more than $1 million.
What People Gave Up for Lent 2013 (According to Twitter)
The final results are in. Whatever happened to giving up chocolate?
Churches: Take a Lesson from the Postal Service
In today's change-or-die culture, we must adapt.
Newtown 'Debacle' Revives Identity Debate as LCMS Elections Loom
(UPDATED) LCMS president reelected despite prayer vigil controversy after Sandy Hook massacre.
Why Evangelical Leaders Love Pope Benedict XVI (And His Resignation)
Theologians and pastors felt kinship in his passion for theology and his stances on social issues.
Catholics and Baptists Together
The recent synod of bishops sounded notes Protestants can sing.
The Westboro Baptist in All of Us
Granddaughters who left offer a cautionary tale for zealots.
What the Benedict Papacy Meant for Women
Communication is key to the pope's legacy
The Great Physicians of Detroit
Covenant Community Care is the only faith-based, federally funded health center in Michigan. It may also be the most Christlike.
Let Pastors' Wives Do Their Own Thing
And please ignore the ones on reality TV.
David Platt Wants You to Get Serious About Following Christ
You've given up on the American Dream, and you're ready to embrace authentic faith in Jesus. The author of Radical tells you what comes next.
Don't Call Him 'Mr. Mom'
Quit patronizing. It's OK for dads to be dads.

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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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