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Foursquare leader put emphasis on praise and penned the most popular church song of the 1990s.Português
Our most-read stories from around the world, from Sri Lanka to Thailand to Ukraine.
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What Language Is This? Coptic Comes to ChristmasA new song highlights a growing interest outside the Egyptian church in reviving an ancient language of the Christian world.
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Is Christmas a ‘Western’ Holiday in Asia?Theologians and church leaders around the region share how December 25 is perceived in their contexts.简体中文繁體中文
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Have Popular Carols Lost Their Sense of Worship?Even with today’s nonstop Christmas soundtrack, churches can still embrace the storytelling and nostalgia that comes with seasonal hymns.
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Hallelujah! ‘Messiah’ Sing-Alongs Turn Audience into the ChoirThe centuries-old tradition has returned to community theaters after a pandemic hiatus.
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Hark! It’s CT’s 2022 Christmas Music PlaylistOur festive favorites this year span from kids’ carols to heavy metal.
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150 Weeks of Composing Psalms Reaches Its FinaleAfter nearly three years, Poor Bishop Hooper’s accidental pandemic project concludes with a new psalter for the church.
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Bono’s Punk-Rock Rebellion Was a Cry of Hopeful LamentGrief and God have been part of U2’s story from the start.españolPortuguêsFrançais
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Loretta Lynn: A Coal Miner’s Daughter in the #MeToo AgeThe late country music star modeled what church leaders need: A bold willingness to stand up for women.
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I Could Sing This Bridge Forever, If It’s an AntiphonModern worship music can seem awfully simple. But it has a vital role to play, especially when paired with Scripture.
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Is the Future of Christian Music on TikTok?Independent artists like Montell Fish have found success on social media platforms rather than traditional labels.
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Hymns and Neurons: How Worship Rewires Our Brains and Bonds Us TogetherScientific data suggests that singing in community reshapes our physical selves and our corporate connections.
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The Grain of Truth Grows SlowlyTo become who God is making us takes time and trust.
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Meet the Christian Rap Duo from ‘Reservation Dogs’Hip hop artists Lil Mike and Funny Bone got their start performing at churches. Now they’re acting on FX’s critically acclaimed television series.
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Alexander Hamilton Raps His Way to Jesus at Texas ChurchUnlicensed production prompts cease-and-desist letter from Broadway musical.
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Here I Am to Sound CheckChurch tech teams kept worship plugged-in and streaming during the pandemic. But when does the job become too much for volunteers?简体中文繁體中文
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The Masculinity Debate Needs Johnny CashAmerica’s young men are disaffected and lonely. But lack of manliness is not the problem.Português
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Died: Harry Thomas, Cofounder of Creation Festival and Child RapistHe died in prison serving an 18-year sentence for sexually assaulting four girls.
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Study: Female Songwriters Are Dropping Off the Worship ChartsAs big-label collaborations dominate church setlists, fewer Christian women are penning hits than 30 years ago.
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Texas Soul Singer Wrestles with ‘the Old Man’ and Finds God’s Grace in First Album“Because of the faith we put in Jesus, we get to write a different story.”
Best-Of Lists
- The 2012 CT Music AwardsChristianity Today picks the top 12 albums of the year.
- Notable Sacred Music for 2012From ye olde classics to African-American spirituals to more modern fare, a versatile mix.
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