Church Life+Ministry

Pondering a Divorce
Some United Methodists think their differences are irreconcilable.
Saving Strangers
The journey of one Somali Bantu family in the largest group resettlement of African refugees in U.S. history.
Terror on Top of the World
Maoist threats shut down development work.
The 4-14 Window
New push on child evangelism targets the crucial early years.
Truth' on Two Hills
What happens when church and culture conspire to ignore the meaning of words.
Army Facing Battle on Benefits
Domestic partners dispute may cripple Salvation Army-New York link.
Separation of Ministry and Politics
In order to influence public policy successfully, Focus on the Family must quickly learn how to remove politicking from its ministry core.
Moving into the 'Hood
In God's Neighborhood, Scott Roley says Jesus relocated to be with us, so we ought to do the same.
Orthodox Unity …
Autonomous Orthodoxy isn't an oxymoron. It's the fulfillment of a different kind of American dream.
… And Orthodox Division
Greek Orthodox prepare for contentious assembly in New York.
Bill Cosby Was (Mostly) Right
But he overlooks the redemptive role of the church.
Peru's Second-Class Citizens
Christian legal activists fight to protect women and girls.
Bill Cosby Was (Mostly) Right—Part 2
Why is church influence among blacks wide but not deep?
Heart of Truthfulness
African Methodists provide hope to a troubled church.
Discreet and Dynamic
Why, with no apparent resources, Chinese churches thrive.
A Slow Exodus
Disaffected orthodox Episcopalians start new ministries.
Fascinated with The Passion
Gibson film draws big Muslim crowds.
Pastors Killed, Churches Burned
New wave of violence begins.
Q & A: Rich Cizik
Rich Cizik of the National Association of Evangelicals (NAE) on a new initiative in Morocco.
The Politics of Communion
Church leaders who admonish politicians on moral issues are doing their jobs.

Top Story May 18, 2024

AI Preachers and Teachers? No Thanks, Say Most Americans.
AI Preachers and Teachers? No Thanks, Say Most Americans.
American Bible Society study finds majority don’t trust technology with spiritual matters.

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