Church Life+Ministry

It Doesn't Pay to Go on Maternity Leave at Most Evangelical Seminaries
On Christian campuses, unofficial flexibility is more common than extra benefits for new parents.
Compassion: Why We’re Leaving India, But Still Have Hope
‘Frustrated’ CEO explains how shutdown of 589 centers serving 145,000 children will affect staff, sponsors, and churches.
I Was an Ash Wednesday Rookie
How the liturgical service enriched my non-liturgical faith.
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Died: H. Wilbert Norton, Who Taught Christian Colleges to Care About Missions
Congo missionary and TEDS, Wheaton, and RTS educator organized first Urbana conference.
Tim Keller Stepping Down as Redeemer Senior Pastor
The influential Reformed leader is moving away from his NYC pulpit as his church becomes three.
Study: Female Pastors Are on the Rise
And so are our impossible expectations for them.
Evangelical Critics: Franklin Graham’s Evangelism Won’t Work in Vancouver
Canadian pastors debate whether Trump baggage will hurt local outreach efforts.
Black Churches Matter: Research Ties Attendance to Positive Outcomes
African Americans who worship regularly are better able to handle racism and discrimination.
The CallingEpisode 39|48min
For Gaye Clark, Grief Is a Gracious Invitation
Why the writer, widow, and anti-trafficking volunteer doesn't shy away from the problem of pain.
Died: Doug Coe, Humble Faith in the Halls of Power
His Fellowship is the force behind DC discipleship and the National Prayer Breakfast.
How Pastors Perceive Domestic Violence Differently
Most pastors want their churches to be a safe haven, but don’t have a plan to get there.
Trump Adviser’s Megachurch Withholds Major Donation from SBC
Prestonwood Baptist diverts denominational giving over concerns about Russell Moore’s ERLC.
A Tale of Two Calvary Chapels: Behind the Movement’s Split
Chuck Smith’s successor says he is expanding founder’s vision. Other leaders say he’s diluting it.
Gleanings: March 2017
Important developments in the church and the world (as they appeared in our March issue).
Egypt’s Anglicans Face ‘Existential Threat’ … from Fellow Protestants
Cairo bishop resists efforts to deny his church independence.
Stop Calling Everything a Bible Study
Why it matters what churches call their classes.
Don’t Miss Steven Curtis Chapman’s Point
Even his happiest, most heartwarming music has been fueled by tragedy and pain.
How Christian Artists Blow the Whistle on Cultural Pollution
An excerpt from ‘Culture Care.’
Refugee Ban Forces World Relief to Lay Off 140 Staff
The evangelical resettlement agency announced it will close five locations.
Eat, Pray, Lent: Here's What Americans Actually Abstain From
Nearly 3 in 10 evangelical believers now observe the season before Easter.

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