Behind the Story

Get the inside scoop on CT journalism, from details about our reporting process to how we’re navigating changes in media, technology, and the church.

Why We Retracted a Report About Violence in Afghanistan

Andy Olsen

A note from CT’s editorial director for news about our reporting on an attack on a house church.

Christianity Today’s AI Use Policy for Writers

An inside scoop on CT journalism.

How We Manage Fast-Turnaround Stories

An inside scoop on CT journalism.

A Tip for Monday Blues from a Legendary Journalist

An inside scoop on CT journalism.

The Challenge of Writing News That’s Not Discouraging

An inside scoop on CT journalism.

Journalism Wisdom from J.I. Packer

An inside scoop on CT journalism.

Rejection Is a Constant in Journalism

An inside scoop on CT journalism.

Reporting After the Demise of the Office Phone

An inside scoop on CT journalism.

Prayer Is Part of Our Journalism

An inside scoop on CT journalism.

How Artists Make Illustrations for CT

John Hendrix

An inside scoop on CT journalism.

The Strange Extra Skills You Pick up in Journalism

An inside scoop on CT journalism.

How CT Decides to Send a Reporter to the Scene

An inside scoop on CT journalism.

How CT Handles Cursing in Our Journalism

An inside scoop on CT journalism.

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