Silence, uncertainty in the air as conclave nears
“Right now, everything is secret,” a rare exception, Madagascar Cardinal Désiré Tsarahazana, told RNS. “It’s the moment for prayers right now.”
Growing number of pastors, ministry leaders voicing support for EC to waive privilege
Hundreds of pastors and prominent Southern Baptist leaders have published statements critical of the Executive Committee’s refusal to waive attorney-client
Launchpad: ‘Celebrate next’ with congregational multiplication strategies
The answer to the growth dilemma is obvious. When it is shared with congregations, they often reject it in favor of doing things to help existing congregations remain or become vital and vibrant.
IMB missionary reflects on final conversations with dying man in Southeast Asia
International Mission Board missionary Nathaniel Creed stood at the bedside of Henry, a devout Muslim in Southeast Asia. He’d spent
Is your church in touch with your community?
The latest research from George Barna reveals disturbing new trends in how Americans view the nation’s pastors, church leaders and
Study: Nearly 1 in 3 Americans consult astrology, tarot cards or fortune teller
With tarot cards showing up on Barnes and Noble shelves, in viral TikToks and in cutesy Jane Austin-themed sets, perhaps it’s no surprise that 30% of U.S. adults consult a fortune teller, tarot cards or astrology on a yearly basis.
Nonnegotiable: Serving all congregations in associational ministry
“If you cannot serve all congregations, you give up your right to serve any congregation.” This was a wise word
Resignations from SBC Executive Committee trustees continue; chair to call special meeting
Resignations continue to trickle in from the Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee board of trustees, taking the number up to