Unchanging Word in Changing Times
Columnist Christopher Dixon writes that the pros and cons of technology use for churches are never-ending, but churches must continue to adapt and change as technology changes, so as not be left in the dust.
What Cancer, Coronavirus and Climate Change Have in Common
If we listen to experts, we can see disaster looming. We know that the sooner we act, the smaller our losses. Yet the lure of wanting things to return to normal after the pandemic is strong.
If Only…
By the time you read this, an area in Newton County, Arkansas, once known as Dogpatch USA, will have been auctioned off to the highest bidder. After years of weather damage and decay, the former amusement park will be sold off for what it is
Minnesota Methodists Say Rebooting Churches Can Be Helpful but Comes With Peril
(RNS) — Two years ago, Vineyard United Methodist Church was in trouble. They chose to change, pulling out pews cancelling some traditional events, and . gradually tweaking services. The first few changes were the hardest, according to co-pastor Jim Hein. But each one built trust
Ministering in Changing Times
The shift over the last few decades in church has been noticeable — and that’s a good thing. We have gone from wearing suits and ties and
Wait on the power of the Spirit
I smiled when I read the news that long-time Baptist journalist and longer-time friend of the family Bill Webb had decided to retire.
I did not smile
Interfaith conversation: Affecting understanding, change
Interfaith dialogue: Conversations can lead to greater understanding, cooperation and community change.
Members okay change to CBF Heartland at general assembly
COLUMBIA, Mo. — The Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of Missouri changed its identity to Cooperative Baptist Fellowship Heartland by unanimously approving amendments to its bylaws during its general assembly April 26 at Memorial Baptist Church of Columbia.
Christmas ornaments change lives in Thailand
Thai Country Trim employs dozens of rural Thai women who work from their home to make Christmas ornaments, enabling them to make an income as they care for their children.
Task force completes study of SBC name change
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (ABP) – A task force appointed to study a possible name change for the Southern Baptist Convention has completed its work and will bring recommendations to the SBC Executive Committee Feb. 20.