Leadership and how to avoid the pendulum effect
November 9, 2023
Discussing some of my leadership shortcomings with a colleague reminded me of a common mistake often made during leadership transition.
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‘Singing schools’ and their impact on American worship
November 9, 2023
Few today recognize the impact “singing schools,” which used “shape-notes” to teach music, has had on American worship. This music, which is associated with the tradition of “Sacred Harp Singing,” enhanced worship across the nation.
Christians more wary than non-Christians toward AI, study says
November 8, 2023
As rapid advances in artificial intelligence continue to be developed, the Barna Group has released a new report…
Study reveals a variety of reasons for adults changing churches
November 8, 2023
When churchgoers find a new congregation, most say their reasons for change had a little to do with both their old and new churches.
Gender confusion and the church’s response spark more podcast discussion
November 7, 2023
Author Katie McCoy continues to speak out about how cultural norms have generated confusion about gender — specifically how biological sex is seen as something that can be changed.
Pastor forsakes football dreams, follows new direction of ministry call
November 7, 2023
Jose Arzate had a clear vision for his life as a young man: he wanted to play professional football in the U.S. and possibly even coach.
Could a jubilee year be right for your church?
November 5, 2023
An associational missions strategist is having lunch with one of his most faithful pastors and closest friends in ministry. During their meal the strategist says, “Next year is the year your church needs to die.”
Arkansas cowboy church holds worship, sermon in South African language
November 4, 2023
Drover Cowboy Church’s final South African braai of the year on Sunday, Oct. 29, was a little different than usual as the worship and sermon portion of the event was led entirely in Afrikaans — a language of southern Africa.
‘How sweet the sound’: Organist has played at her church for nearly 75 years
November 3, 2023
Just how many tunes Helen Hobbs has played over nearly 75 years is anyone’s guess.
Churches hosting fall festivals to reach community
October 31, 2023
Giving their members and guests a safer alternative to traditional trick-or-treating on Halloween, many Baptist churches host fall festivals in October.
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