Church & Ministry

In Just One Year: The Worst and the Best

Greg Nettle considers economic hardship, declining church attendance, cultural challenges, vulnerable children, and global suffering—and how difficult times can become opportunities for the church to be at her…

Interview with Don Hamilton

Capital Area Christian Church built community trust through an accessible playground, nonprofit partnerships, and hands-on service—creating relationships that opened doors for personal evangelism and connection with the local…

The New Old: Are We Ignoring One of America”s Largest Generations?

Amy Hanson explores four characteristics of baby boomers that churches need to understand as they rethink older adult ministry, reach people in the second half of life, and…

Rhythms and the Word

Glen Elliott explains how understanding a church and community’s spiritual seasons can help leaders plan teaching, weekend services, creative efforts, and outreach around times of greater spiritual openness.

Church Providing Meals to Children Each Weekday

Volunteers at East Bartlesville Christian Church provide weekday meals for children at a nearby Boys and Girls Club, discovering along the way that serving hungry kids has also…

Emmanuel Institutes Seeks Top Students

A Simpler Way

Matt Bortmess reflects on the clutter of church programs and explains how a simpler approach to discipleship, small groups, and ministry can help congregations focus on what matters…

Bringing the Word to Life for Nearly 60 Years

Explore the history of Standard Lesson Commentary, its roots in the Uniform Lessons, and the Bible study resources that have equipped Sunday school teachers across denominational lines.

Treasures in Jars of Clay

Broad Creek Christian Church’s Jars of Clay program demonstrates how churches can welcome children with autism and other special needs into worship, Bible learning, and the life of…

Remember the Children

George Barna’s research on declining church participation points toward a vital response: invest in the spiritual development of children whose beliefs and values will shape tomorrow’s church and…

Bible Bowl: Beyond the Competition

Robert Spruill explains how National Bible Bowl helps young people develop deep biblical knowledge, grow toward Christian maturity, and build lasting friendships through Scripture study and competition.

‘Time’ Columnist Visits Joplin Church

Time columnist Joe Klein reflects on worshipping and serving with College Heights Christian Church as members spread throughout Joplin to help tornado survivors and others in need.

New Churches Launch

Six new churches or church locations launched over two September weekends, serving communities in Ohio, California, Illinois, Wisconsin, North Carolina, and Indiana.

Interview with Jim Phegley

Jim Phegley recalls ministering in New York after 9/11, from opening Glen Cove Christian Church for prayer to helping affected families and witnessing lasting changes in the community.

Beauty from Ashes

From Joplin to Manhattan and into everyday neighborhoods, tragedy creates opportunities for Christians to serve, love, and demonstrate God's presence when people are hurting and the world seems…