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.
Churches offer ‘home’ in variety of ways
Circumstances often open the door to ministry. For some Midwest congregations, need and proximity brought the military to their doorstep.
Executive Minister Williams notes Central Region help to churches
HESSTON, Kan. — Executive Minister John Williams closed the annual gathering of the Central Region of American Baptist Churches USA Oct. 18 by pointing to six contributions -- church health, clergy health, shared ministry, spiritual vitality, financial stability and future outlook -- the region made
Churches discover common ingredients to help hungry, hurting people
Meeting the needs of the hungry in American communities requires churches to network with other churches, various community agencies and volunteers.
Tapping baby boomer retirees requires churches to rethink ministry options
Churches that want to tap baby boomer retirees' resources may need to rethink the ministries they ask mature adults to take on.
Churches need social justice committees
A church social justice committee can keep members informed and educated on issues confronting the community and can work with social justice committees of other congregations to have a powerful impact.