May 31, 2009
David Ray reviews Simple Church by Thom Rainer and Eric Geiger, highlighting its call for clarity, movement, alignment, and focus in discipleship while warning that simple ministry is not easy ministry.
May 31, 2009
Krista Petty looks at how two churches simplified ministry programming, clarified discipleship pathways, and found that fewer options can lead to greater focus, stronger alignment, and deeper community impact.
May 31, 2009
Matt Bortmess of Rochester Christian Church discusses applying Simple Church principles, clarifying ministry focus, reducing clutter, and building a clearer discipleship process.
May 31, 2009
Mark Atteberry shares a humorous church visit gone wrong and the deeper lesson it revealed: even strong congregations have embarrassing moments and need grace.
May 24, 2009
Dale Brown reflects on a 1950s Restoration Movement upbringing at Madison Avenue church of Christ and the earnest faith, vivid language, and lasting memories that shaped him.
Joe Bliffen explains why he remains a Bible-believing Disciples of Christ pastor, seeking to serve as “salt” while encouraging faithful ministers and congregations within the denomination.
John Plunkett reflects on how one church moved from fear-driven cutbacks to prayerful generosity, learning to trust God through Caterpillar strikes and economic hardship.
May 24, 2009
David Faust reflects on the 2006 unity efforts between Christian churches and churches of Christ, naming what changed, what did not, and why cooperation still matters.
May 17, 2009
Douglas A. Foster calls Christians to confront racial division, examine unconscious attitudes shaped by culture, and pursue reconciliation in the church as part of the gospel.
 By Amy Hanson Chances are you”ve heard some of these statistics, but try to take a fresh look and really let them soak in: “¢ Americans 65 and older are the fastest-growing segment of the population. “¢ In the past century, the number of people in the United States under the age of 65 has tripled; however, the number of people over 65 has increased by more than a factor of 12. “¢ Today, there are approximately 78 million baby boomers in the U.S., with the oldest boomer turning 63 this year (2009). “¢ By the year 2030 there
May 17, 2009
Amy Hanson offers church leaders practical ways to help older adults discover meaningful service through God’s leading, personal interests, deep passion, and past experience.
May 17, 2009
Amy Hanson compiles helpful organizations, articles, concept papers, websites, mission opportunities, and books for church leaders serving adults in the second half of life.
May 17, 2009
Amy Hanson highlights practical ways churches are reaching adults 50 and older through small groups, age-specific ministries, intergenerational events, and short-term mission opportunities.
May 17, 2009
Bill Tennison challenges common myths about senior adult ministry, showing how older adults can serve meaningfully and how life transitions create opportunities for evangelism.
May 10, 2009
Anaheim First Christian Church partnered with nearby schools to serve children and families through “Revolution!”—a creative community outreach event built around enrichment, relationships, and long-term neighborhood investment.
May 10, 2009
Gayla Cooper Congdon reflects on short-term mission trips, cultural intelligence, and Amor Ministries’ commitment to serving through local church partnerships.
Christian Community Services Inc. unites two Nashville churches to help families pursue self-sufficiency through financial training, mentoring, matched savings, tutoring, and long-term relational support.
 By Rod Roberts On January 9, 2007, the newly elected speaker of the Iowa House gaveled the 82nd General Assembly into session. True to the traditions of the Iowa House, the speaker invited a special guest pastor to bring the invocation that morning. To the surprise of many, the guest invited to pray for the General Assembly was a Des Moines-area Muslim imam. The gesture was, in part, recognition of the election of Iowa”s first Muslim state legislator, who was from Des Moines. In fact, the state Capitol in Des Moines is located in this legislator”s district. The imam
May 3, 2009
Four veteran campus ministers reflect on decades of reaching college students, describing spiritual openness, changing student habits, church partnerships, and why campus ministry remains a frontline mission field.
Ward Patterson reflects on the hidden demands, constant details, and lasting joy of campus ministry, showing why serving college students is both challenging and deeply rewarding.
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