November 13, 2005
Children grieve losses too, but they’re often overlooked after a death. This practical guide explains how kids experience grief, how to prepare them for funerals, and how adults can offer comfort, communication, and steady spiritual reassurance.
November 13, 2005
Clarksburg (Indiana) Christian Church shows how wide participation, ministry teams, and a hands-on Vacation Bible School project can build unity, reduce burnout, and strengthen multigenerational relationships without a large staff or huge budget.
November 13, 2005
Kay Moll, Standard Publishing’s Vacation Bible School director, explains why VBS remains one of the church’s strongest outreach tools and how churches are adapting VBS resources for flexible, year-round ministry.
November 13, 2005
When distractions and criticism threaten to pull you off mission, Nehemiah’s example offers a steady reminder: stay on the wall. Learn to set higher priorities, eliminate what isn’t best, and keep your focus on God’s work.
November 6, 2005
Using the Tour de France and Nehemiah’s wall-building mission, this reflection highlights teamwork, shared purpose, passionate effort, and the power of specific encouragement in leadership.
November 6, 2005
Funeral services help mourners face the reality of death, overcome denial, and begin healthy grief work. Victor M. Parachin outlines eight therapeutic benefits of funerals, from community support to spiritual comfort.
November 6, 2005
A curated list of grief recovery books to share with the bereaved, including compassionate guidance for suicide loss, holiday grief, and the death of a spouse—plus a Psalm-centered reflection for those who mourn.
November 6, 2005
Using Ephesians 4:1-6, Clint Gill explains the church as constitutionally one—an organic unity grounded in one body, one Spirit, one hope, one Lord, one faith, one baptism, and one God.
October 30, 2005
A Long Island church planter moves from skepticism to confidence after attending a church planting assessment and connecting with the Orchard Group—discovering coaching, authenticity, and a movement that feels “priceless.”
October 30, 2005
An unusual series of events led to Bert Crabbe’s baptism and ordination as part of the Christian church movement—sparked by a church planting assessment center, local-church interviews, and shared convictions about reaching lost people.
October 30, 2005
A historical overview of the Restoration Movement’s early streams, highlighting Thomas and Alexander Campbell, Barton W. Stone, and other related efforts pursuing “Union in Truth” and simple New Testament Christianity.
October 30, 2005
Thomas Campbell’s Declaration and Address calls Christians to unity rooted in God’s reconciling work in Christ. Drawing from Paul’s teaching, Clint Gill urges the church to reject human divisions and live as “one new humanity.”
October 23, 2005
Thomas Campbell’s Declaration and Address challenged division and urged a scriptural basis for unity. Clint Gill argues the New Testament church is fundamentally relationships and fellowship, calling today’s heirs of the Restoration plea to renewed self-examination.
October 23, 2005
In Joplin, Missouri, Victory in Prayer (VIP) Fellowship gathers ministry leaders to encourage one another and pray for each other’s work. What began in a crisis became a steady rhythm of unity, cooperation, and shared intercession.
October 23, 2005
A look at Jesse Bader’s early call for unity and how World Convention has gathered the Stone-Campbell Movement across nations—then and now—while continuing a day-to-day ministry that strengthens global fellowship.
October 16, 2005
The first NACC regional conference on the West Coast (May 24-26) drew attendees into reflective worship, convicting preaching, and a spontaneous prayer ministry time at Crossroads Christian Church in Corona, California.
October 16, 2005
The NACC Regional Conference in Lexington reinforced “Journey to the Presence” through preaching, worship, and testimony, highlighting God’s presence among his people and culminating in a memorable Homecoming Concert.
October 16, 2005
Randy Snyder reflects on the Jacksonville NACC Regional Conference and the theme “Journey to the Presence,” highlighting worship led by John Elliot, teaching that led to the cross, and fellowship that deepened awareness of God’s presence.
October 16, 2005
A first-ever NACC Minister and Spouse Retreat in the Smokies offered ministry couples rest, worship, laughter, and practical encouragement—helping many return home renewed and ready to serve together.
October 16, 2005
What does true biblical community look like? Mike Cope reflects on spiritual friendship, Larry Crabb’s vision of the church as a safe place, and practical steps toward deeper, Christ-centered connection.
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