
‘Protect all religious minorities’: European Parliament urges end to violence in Manipur
The European Parliament overwhelmingly approved a resolution calling on authorities in India to stop ongoing violence in the northeastern state

IMB medical volunteer embraces eye-opening, real-life missions experience
Anna Leigh Breedlove spent the fall engaged in what she calls “one of the best and most challenging experiences of

First person: Lessons from ‘The Little Drummer Boy’
I’ll start with a confessional. Sometimes, Christmas music gets on my nerves. But before you call the grinch squad on me, I’ll explain. I will use The Little Drummer Boy as a jumping off place.

Recognize trauma’s prevalence in pews and pulpits, professional counselor says
Trauma survivors sit in practically every church pew and stand behind many pulpits, licensed professional counselor Katie Swafford told workshop

Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for November 6
The Restoration Promised Hosea 14:1–9 The story of God and His beloved Israel comes full circle in this final chapter

First person: Understanding seasons of emotional ‘winter’
“I have never felt the flames melting the skin off my veins, but I’ve been through hell in my mind. I’ve had the long sleepless nights, felt the breathless despair in the fight. I’ve laid on the ground crying for help. I’ve felt the rush of anxiety’s waves, and the guilt that won’t wash away, and the deep dread of hopeless days.”

When your pastor deals with depression
More and more pastors are dealing with the issue of depression. Here are 8 ways you can help.

Midwestern Seminary’s Smith headed to university president’s seat
“Places like the University of Mobile shape minds, move hearts, identify gifts, cultivate friendship, strengthen communities and launch lifelong careers. But even more important (they) equip students to follow Jesus.” —Charles W. Smith Jr.