“I don’t really go to church.” This sheepish, hushed confession broke the ice. The rest of us at the table for an invitation-only consultation on leadership and the church responded with grateful nods and murmurs of understanding.
(RNS) — When First Congregational Church of Bellingham built a new sanctuary in the mid-2000s, it wanted to be sure the facility would be used all week long and not just on Sunday.
“Hi, I’m Joe. Welcome to First Baptist Church!” Long-time church member Joe beams at the visiting couple, while he pumps their hands. “So glad you came!”
Joe spies friends and moves