Greeters and Gifts: How Churches Welcome Guests
NASHVILLE (BP) -- If the average pastor has anything to do with it, church guests can expect multiple greetings and may even leave with a gift,
Study: Churches on Solid Ground as Economy Rebounds
NASHVILLE (BP) -- Church collection plates were a little bit fuller last fall, according to a new study released today (Feb. 8) by LifeWay Research.
Largest Group of Mennonite Churches Leaves Denomination
(RNS) — The Lancaster Mennonite Conference, the largest group of Mennonite congregations in the U.S., has officially separated from the broader Mennonite community after a
Shootings at U.S. Houses of Worship in Recent Years
The Associated Press has compiled a list of fatal shootings occuring at U.S. houses of worship since 2012.
Fire Devours Antioch Baptist Church
Members of Antioch Baptist Church in Ralls County, Mo., lost their meeting place during the afternoon Dec. 20 when flames engulfed the facility.
Leaders: Rural ministry still needed in the 21st century
Although large churches dominate headlines, churches with more than 1,000 members account for only about 2 percent of U.S. churches, and about 50 percent average less than 75.
Renovation opens ministry options at two churches
Members of Second Baptist Church in Lincoln, Neb., and First Baptist Church in Columbia, Mo., wanted to create space to meet congregational needs. In both cases, renovation of the
Churches and the race issue
Many religious leaders believe it is past the time when racial discord should have been resolved. The faith community can lend a prophetic voice as legislative remedies are formulated and proposed. They can make sure they and their congregations demonstrate acceptance and support themselves. Churches
The church and racism: Can churches, leaders make a difference?
Racial tensions — and racial ills — are alive and well. Christians need to express God's love and build relationships to change the culture and offer a better way.
The church and racism: Can churches, leaders make a difference?
Racial tensions — and racial ills — are alive and well. Christians need to express God's love and build relationships to change the culture and offer a better way.