African Americans who worship regularly are better able to handle racism and discrimination.

The weird story behind the church's go-to communion wine substitute.

Over 25 years, the program has made churches a safer space for recovery.

Stats suggest a substantial number of pastors struggle with addiction, but are split on what to do about it.

Our numbers obsession continues to leave victims in its wake. Now Perry Noble and the tens of thousands of members of NewSpring church are on the list of walking wounded.

J. D. Vance loves his 'hillbilly' tribe—yet hates what they’ve become.

Calling for a more moderate discussion about moderate drinking.

Our church’s walk with a homeless man marked us indelibly.

Seth Haines talks about his battle with alcoholism and how leaders can help addicts find freedom.

In our town, refusing to drink alcohol may be a bigger stumbling block than serving it.

I was afraid of being found out, but then grace found me.

The second time I surrendered to Christ, I was on a dirt road with no memory of how I had arrived there.

Abstaining Christian activists of previous generations were radically committed to the common good.

In a rush to shed our separatist past, have young evangelicals forgotten to love their neighbors?

Christian parents and the drinking-age debate.

A story of addiction, healing, and grace

Where nobody knows your (last) name.

I've submitted my manuscript of Small Talk (hooray!) and here are some books and articles about faith and disability that might be of interest...

More women are pouring themselves a glass—including me and my Christian friends.