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First person: Evangelism reminders for 2026

January 2, 2026

I’m a professor of evangelism and missions, but I still need reminders that I must intentionally choose to lead the way in doing evangelism. As

Study: Do you know your worship leader?

January 1, 2026

Most worship leaders work full-time, and do not have formal training or institutional ties, according to a recent survey. The survey, from Worship Leader Research, found

Ready for 2026? One resolution often overlooked in church communication

December 27, 2025

As we enter 2026, many church pastors make resolutions: grow attendance, launch new ministries, or refresh programs. But one resolution often gets overlooked: stop the chaos in church communication.

‘Santa Marc’ points to real reason for the season

December 17, 2025

Marc Hooks wears a lot of hats these days — and one of them is a Santa hat. Every Christmas season for the past few years, Hooks has worked as a professional Santa Claus.

New report: Why do some stay in the religion of their childhood and others leave?

December 16, 2025

Americans who had a positive religious experience as kids are most likely to keep the same faith as adults.

First person: Is your church ready for its Christmas Eve service?

December 16, 2025

Because questions about a Christmas Eve service come up every year, here are my thoughts to consider if your church is planning a Christmas Eve service this year.

Advent in an ‘aggressively subjective, individualistic culture’

December 14, 2025

Advent should remind justice-minded Christians their “yearning” and “longing for more” is rooted in the awareness God’s Kingdom has come, but it also is yet to come, theologian Will Willimon told religious leaders on a Zoom call convened by Pastors for Texas Children.