October 16, 2010
A Day for Church Planting
Churches marked 10-10-10 with invitations, offerings, and new church plants, as the Exponential Conference’s 10-10-10 Initiative and Stadia encouraged prayer, support, and action.
Series: Columns
October 15, 2010
Embracing Esperanza
Mark A. Taylor reflects on the Chilean mine rescue, a daughter named Esperanza, and the living hope God gives through Christ’s resurrection.
October 15, 2010
Friend Zones
Mid-Atlantic Christian University and Hope International University have been named “military friendly” schools, recognizing their programs, policies, and tuition support for America’s veterans.
October 14, 2010
Partnering with God to Help a New Orleans Church
Indian Creek Christian Church’s Project 52 supports The Gathering in New Orleans with labor, funding, and prayer to complete a new community center after Hurricane Katrina.
October 13, 2010
Hiring Resources
R. Paige Mathews offers practical resources for churches hiring staff, including tools for job descriptions, placement services, references, assessments, background checks, interviews, and compensation.
Behrman Inaugurated at Florida Christian College
Florida Christian College in Kissimmee, Florida, inaugurated Bill Behrman as president on Oct. 1 after his prior service in several leadership roles at the college.
“˜Give 10 for 5,000″²
Central India Christian Mission is asking supporters to give $10 in October to help provide 5,000 Hindi Family Pictorial Bibles for children and illiterate adults in India.
Offering Prayers after School Shooting
Mid-Atlantic Christian University is mourning sophomore Jonathan Schipper after a student allegedly shot and killed him. The school has held a memorial service and is receiving support from ministers, counselors, and friends.
October 5, 2010
“Nondenominational” Wins the Day!
Christian Churches and the Growth of Nondenominational Congregations This article reflects on Marshall Leggett’s comments at the Congress of Elders about the strengths of independent Christian churches. It also notes the growing number of large and fast-growing churches identifying as nondenominational, including many congregations connected with the Christian churches. Marshall Leggett described Christian churches as “radically congregationally governed.” Outreach magazine’s lists showed many large and fast-growing churches identifying as nondenominational. The article argues that Christian churches may be well positioned for growth amid declining denominational loyalty. The north entrance of Savannah (Georgia) Christian Church By Mark A. Taylor “We in
October 4, 2010
FROM MY BOOKSHELF: Two to Help Us Think About Prejudice
LeRoy Lawson reviews two books that explore sign language, global Christianity, and the power of prejudice to shape human assumptions before all the facts are in.
October 3, 2010
235 Baptisms in One Weekend!
Traders Point Christian Church in Indianapolis celebrated 235 baptisms in one weekend, including stories of confession, reconciliation, and renewed commitment to Jesus.
September 28, 2010
Christian Churches, Large Churches, Growing Churches
Several Christian churches appeared on Outreach magazine’s lists of America’s largest and fastest-growing congregations, led by Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, Kentucky.
September 28, 2010
Offering More than a Meal to the Homeless
His Heart, His Hands began with six breakfast sandwiches and grew into a Sunday outreach serving hot meals, prayer, showers, paperwork help, and friendship to homeless neighbors in Chandler, Arizona.
September 27, 2010
Dirty Little Secrets Series Under Way
Christ’s Church of the Valley launched “Dirty Little Secrets,” a sermon series and anonymous confession website designed to help people acknowledge hidden struggles and begin moving toward healing.
September 27, 2010
10,000 Pairs of Shoes for Romania
Milligan College students joined Andy Baker and Remember the Children in supporting a campaign to collect 10,000 pairs of shoes for Romanian children.
September 23, 2010
Tweeting for Haitian Children
Northwest Haiti Christian Mission and A Home in Haiti are raising money for the Miriam Center through TwitChange, an online celebrity auction supporting Haitian children with special needs.
September 21, 2010
Special for Many Reasons
Mark A. Taylor reflects on the 2010 North American Christian Convention, where the “Disturb me” theme, prayer gatherings, fresh programming, and guest voices challenged attendees to move beyond comfort.
September 15, 2010
Sad Because She Left Us
Mark A. Taylor reflects on Anne Rice’s disappointment with the church and points instead to the grace, welcome, and authentic community Christians are called to build together.
September 8, 2010
Anne Rice”s Decision Makes Me Sad
Mark A. Taylor reflects on Anne Rice’s public break with Christianity, the pain caused by broken people in the church, and the sadness of believers who miss the good.
September 1, 2010
Glory Days in Kempton, Indiana
Kempton Christian Church transformed a donated baseball field into Glory Field, a T-ball league that combines community outreach, prayer, Vacation Bible School invitations, and support from local businesses.
