October 22, 2026
Setting Our Hearts
Doug Redford
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Churches Need to Hit ‘Play’
Every church with which I’m acquainted pushed PAUSE at the start of the pandemic in hopes of hitting PLAY after the pandemic. Sadly, many have yet to hit…
Job Prospects Strong Among Christian Churches
Despite a global pandemic that limited in-person church services for much of the past year, the job market for pastors in the Restoration Movement remains robust, say those…
New Book for Wives of Elders (Plus News Briefs)
Briefs from e2:effective elders, churches in Ohio and North Carolina, Ozark Christian College, Kentucky Christian University, and Milligan University. Also, a new student edition of the Core 52…
The New World of Kids’ Ministry
What is the future of kids’ ministry and how can churches successfully adapt to meet the challenges?
Five Ways to Bring Families Back to Church . . . Eventually
I've discovered five healthy ways to view people who are not physically at the church building, along with ways to help bring families back.
‘A Miserable Success’: Colleges Managed Ups and Downs of COVID-19
The presidents of Lincoln Christian University, Hope International University, Kentucky Christian University, and Boise Bible College share their reflections of the most unusual school year that is just…
Spire Announces Speakers (Plus News Briefs)
The speaker lineup for the 2021 SpireConference is announced; High Hill Christian Camp is undergoing expansion; plus other briefs.
Tiny House Ministries Sees Expanding Opportunities
Tiny House Ministries in Missouri began as a simple idea to build housing for homeless people, but it has expanded in some unexpected directions.
CCCB Awards Honorary Doctorates to Pelfrey, Reese
Lloyd Pelfrey and Gareth Reese, both of whom have taught more than 60 years at Central Christian College of the Bible in Moberly, Mo., were honored with honorary…
Christian Camps Anticipate Big Rebound This Summer
Christian camps are gearing up for a much more active summer season this year, hoping the waning state of the COVID-19 pandemic will allow more kids to come…
News Briefs for May 12
Briefs from Hickory Valley Christian Church in Chattanooga, Ozark Christian College, Visioneering Studios, Milligan University, and more.
CICM Responds to Unprecedented Surge of COVID-19 in India
People are flocking to Central India Christian Mission’s new hospital in the city of Damoh for treatment of COVID-19. CICM founding director Ajai Lall described the challenges CICM…
Wheeler’s Retirement Plans from JU Include Grandchildren, ‘Dorkman’
David Wheeler, 69, is retiring this summer after 24 years as a professor at Johnson University—and 48 years of ministry overall—but he plans to continue his comedy portrayal…
Compass Church Hosts Vigil for Fallen Officer (Plus News Briefs)
Chandler (Ariz.) Police Officer Christopher Farrar, 50, a member of Compass Christian Church, was struck and killed by a stolen vehicle driven by a person attempting to flee…
Mabee Grant for Ozark Dorm Renovation Exceeds Request
Ozark Christian College asked the Mabee Foundation for $760,000 in grant funds to help renovate its Dennis Hall dormitory. The organization countered by offering $1.3 million. There was…
