December 4, 2005
Chip Fowler expected a traditional ministry path, but God opened a different door: Army chaplaincy. He reflects on calling, multidenominational ministry, and serving soldiers—from Fort Hamilton to Sarajevo and Iraq.
December 4, 2005
Many chaplain roles require ecclesiastical endorsement. This article explains the Chaplaincy Endorsement Commission’s history, how endorsement works, and the responsibilities shared by chaplains and the commission.
December 4, 2005
Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Karen Diefendorf reflects on serving as a female chaplain in the U.S. Army, sharing ministry lessons shaped by trust, presence, and relationships with soldiers and families across diverse assignments.
December 4, 2005
A Mayo Clinic chaplain shares how spiritual care meets patients and families in fear, grief, and uncertainty—while also supporting staff through crises, teaching, prayer, and moments of hard-won joy.
December 4, 2005
By Cora Alley When I was a “groovy” teen in the 1960s, I used to save up every cent I could beg, borrow, or earn to buy the latest singles that came out on those saucer-sized 45 rpm records. I would gingerly lift the ebony disc out of its protective paper sleeve and place it on the turntable on my record player that looked like a square hatbox with a handle. After listening to my treasured song over and over until cries of protest came from every corner of the house, I would pick the record up and carefully reinsert
November 30, 2005
Download the CHRISTIAN STANDARD Index for 2008 to support research and reference. This annual index helps readers search by topic, author, and columnist.
November 30, 2005
Some readers keep their printed copies of CHRISTIAN STANDARD for future use and reference. Download the eight-page PDF index to every article printed in 2009, organized for research by topic, author, and columnist.
November 30, 2005
A two-issue focus on baptism offers fresh perspectives, interviews, and a classic essay—available now as one convenient download: “Baptism: 7 Practical Perspectives.”
November 30, 2005
A directory of campus ministries with contact details and active links, including more than 100 U.S. listings plus a small international section. Includes a downloadable PDF version.
November 30, 2005
Download the 2009 Christian College Chart, featuring attendance and faculty figures, income and expenditures, contact information, and more for 35 colleges affiliated with Christian church and church of Christ.
November 30, 2005
From four students in 1987 to a thriving ministry in the heart of Georgia Tech, GTCCF’s story highlights leadership development, mission exposure, and a vision that helped plant campus ministries around the world.
November 27, 2005
Ministers have unique tax status, and churches often make avoidable payroll mistakes. Learn how to handle W-2 reporting, housing allowance designation, reimbursements, and filing deadlines with greater accuracy and stewardship.
November 27, 2005
A practical checklist for evaluating minister compensation beyond salary, including time away, insurance, retirement, continuing education, and ministry-related perks churches may provide.
November 27, 2005
How should churches set fair, God-honoring staff pay? Terry C. Wuske points leaders to the NACBA Compensation Survey and explains its reporting options, key data categories, and practical ways to use it.
November 27, 2005
Even thriving church plants can swallow up the planter. Jim Tune shares hard-won principles for endurance—certainty of calling, freedom to be yourself, and boundaries that protect marriage, home, and long-term ministry.
November 23, 2005
By Jon Weece Risk. Freedom to fail. Dream big. Think outside the box. Try again. These words are frequently spoken by leaders at Southland Christian Church, Lexington, Kentucky. We like these words and others””like creative, innovative, daring, and even crazy””because they make us take deep breaths, cause our hearts to race, and make us swallow hard. These types of words keep us up at night and drive us to our knees. Leaders at Southland are not afraid of climbing the high dive. We like to take risks; we”ve come to realize that fear is a great faith-builder for our team.
November 20, 2005
When someone you know is grieving, it’s easy to feel unsure what to say or do. These practical do’s and don’ts offer compassionate guidance for showing up, listening well, and staying present long after the funeral.
November 20, 2005
Donald A. Nash explains why grace and law belong together under the new covenant. Without God’s law, sin is undefined and grace is unnecessary—but Scripture presents commandments as loving, life-giving guidance.
November 20, 2005
Some Bible stories are rarely taught because they’re disturbing—but they’re still God’s revelation for shaping faith and ministry. Charlie Crowe explains what these accounts teach about relevance, grace, God’s faithfulness, and the danger of compromise.
November 20, 2005
A spilled bag of beans on a Mexico trip became a life-shaping lesson for young Allie VanGeloof. This story explores how “Deuteronomy” parenting forms faith through everyday moments, integrity, and simple acts of service.
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