
Church’s karate camp teaches life lessons in unconventional ways
When Central Church decided to minister to youth in Augusta, the capital of Maine, during the winter school break, they chose what some would consider an unconventional approach.

Atlanta missions director ‘Mary G.’ has served church since WWII
The 98-year-old Mary Gellerstedt — or “Mary G.” as she is affectionately known — started working at First Baptist Church

First person: Confessions of a first-year pastor
As I’ve reflected on the first year of shepherding my congregation, here are four confessions that in the Lord’s kindness may benefit every pastor, minister, leader, and lay person.

Growth, population trends show significant implications for Texas
In Texas 2030, Tom Howe outlined projected trends for population growth and demographic change that have important – and perhaps

DR volunteers helping residents amid deadly tornado destruction
A path of downed trees in rural Laurel County signaled where a deadly tornado likely began a path of destruction last Friday night.

Electrician’s chainsaw ‘scam’ opens door to share Jesus
Chopping firewood might not be everybody’s idea of a good time, but for Gary Cate, it’s something he genuinely enjoys.

‘Ideal way to serve’: Chaplaincy course launched amid ‘growing threats’
SBTS introduces new chaplaincy course to equip leaders for service in diverse settings amid today’s unique challenges.

Imprisoned Christians in Eritrea released after call to prayer
“We may never know this side of heaven exactly how all those pieces fell into place,” said Todd Nettleton, VOM’s spokesperson.