After Cincinnati Christian University closed, the former Price Hill campus began a new chapter. BLOC Ministries is partnering with IDEA Price Hill to provide after-school support and community care—and leaders hope their presence is “good news.”
What do Gen Z and Gen Alpha think about faith—and what should churches do next? Luke Proctor explores concerning trends, surprising hope, and three practical choices to help pass the baton to the next generation.
May 2, 2026
Are we seeing a religious “vibe shift” in America? Survey data, Bible-reading trends, and stories from Restoration Movement churches point to new openness—especially among younger adults.
April 28, 2026
Sight & Sound Films’ A Great Awakening dramatizes the friendship of George Whitefield and Benjamin Franklin, framed by the Constitutional Convention. The review calls it inspiring and historically accurate overall, despite some cinematic liberties.
April 28, 2026
Central Christian College of the Bible in Moberly, Missouri, will change its name to Central Bible University effective June 1, 2026. President David Fincher said the update clarifies identity while keeping the school’s mission unchanged.
April 22, 2026
NCAA data helps parents face the long odds of playing beyond high school and resist the youth-sports profit engine. Youth sports can still shape faith and character—if your “why” is bigger than scholarships or going pro.
April 14, 2026
Pleasant Hill Christian Church hosted Buddhist monks during their “Walk for Peace,” drawing hundreds to Gasburg, Virginia. After the presentation, Greg Hand shared the gospel—then faced online backlash that ultimately strengthened the congregation’s resolve.
Outside scholarships can significantly reduce college costs—especially when students use scholarship databases, ask guidance counselors about local awards, and explore community, employer, and church-based opportunities that often have smaller applicant pools.
April 7, 2026
God’s faithfulness spans every generation, and the church weakens when the chain breaks. Dave Faust urges believers of all ages to share mission, values, and community through intentional inter-generational relationships.
March 27, 2026
Rick Cherok remembers Dr. Gary E. Weedman, longtime Christian educator and former president of Johnson University. The article recounts his academic and ministry leadership and shares funeral details and memorial giving information.
David Empson invites readers to ICOM 2026 in St. Louis with one word: celebrate. He highlights key missions and Restoration milestones and calls the church to gather for encouragement, unity, and renewed commitment to the Great Commission.
March 27, 2026
Tyler McKenzie highlights 2020 survey findings about religion in Iran, noting rising secular identification alongside spiritual openness. He reflects on missional opportunity, compassion over coercion, digital outreach, and praying for war to end and suffering to be limited.
February 23, 2026
Tyler McKenzie weighs the promises and pitfalls of social media activism, arguing it often fuels rage, harms mental health, and encourages slacktivism. He urges sparing, strategic use—and a stronger focus on local, relationship-based church action.
February 23, 2026
Since 1995, the National Preaching Summit has focused specifically on preaching. Learn the event’s history, leadership, and 2026 theme, plus details for the March 9-10 gathering at The Creek in Indianapolis.
February 23, 2026
A reflection on grief, love, and legacy—through a father’s restored classics and a mother’s handmade kindness after loss. With Scripture and practical ideas, it offers tangible ways to honor a loved one while taking small steps forward.
February 23, 2026
Why do people cry in church? Drawing from Psalm 126, this devotional reflects on tears of grief, repentance, zeal, and hurt—and invites congregations to make room for honest emotion and joyful hope.
February 23, 2026
The story of Black Independent Christian Churches within the Restoration Movement is a part of our history that has long been overlooked (Part 2).
February 23, 2026
A historical reflection on race within the Restoration Movement and the often-overlooked story of Black Independent Christian Churches—highlighting exclusion, resilience, and the leaders and institutions that sustained a vital fellowship.
January 20, 2026
ICOM has announced Rob Maupin as its next Executive Director, succeeding David Empson after 25 years of leadership. Maupin will begin as transitional director April 1 and assume the role September 1.
January 19, 2026
David Faust recalls his relay leg in Cincinnati’s Flying Pig Marathon and the lessons it taught him about endurance, teamwork, and finishing well. The Christian life, like a marathon, calls for perseverance with eyes fixed on Jesus.
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