March 29, 2006
140 Years and Tomorrow
As CHRISTIAN STANDARD marks its 140th anniversary, Mark A. Taylor reflects on the need for more than annual reunions to keep a far-flung Christian family connected—and why the mission remains unchanged.
Articles for tag: Churches of Christ
March 29, 2006
Interview with Tim Halstead
By Brad Dupray For 26 years Tim Halstead served on the staff of the a cappella Spring Woodlands Church of Christ, just outside of Houston, Texas. For 15 of those years he was youth minister, and later he served in ministries of administration and outreach. This past year Tim and his wife, Melinda, felt a calling to plant New Life Church on the other end of Texas, in Odessa. New Life was planted in an unprecedented partnership of Christian church and a cappella church of Christ ministries. Why church planting? I think it was the youth minister in me that
March 26, 2006
Unleashing the Potential of the Smaller Church
Most churches in America are smaller congregations, and their local presence is strategic. Shawn McMullen highlights why small churches matter and introduces a resource designed to help leaders and volunteers expand ministry impact.
February 26, 2006
Church Plants, 2003-2005 (chart)
A brief notice sharing an updated PDF chart listing new congregations planted by Christian churches and churches of Christ from January 2003 through December 2005.
February 26, 2006
First Things First
Using Hurricane Katrina rebuilding as a picture, Rick Grover challenges church planters and leaders to put first things first, take the long view, and grow deep roots in spiritual health and patient ministry.
February 12, 2006
African-American Evangelism: Where Are We and Where Are We Going?
W. Ray Kelley examines why many Restoration Movement churches have struggled to evangelize and integrate African-Americans, highlighting history, present challenges, and practical steps for intentional, sustained ministry in diverse communities.
February 5, 2006
NACC: Together in Christ
A call to renewed unity within the Restoration family, centered on Jesus’ prayer in John 17 and the 2006 North American Christian Convention theme, “Together in Christ,” in Louisville.
February 5, 2006
Embracing the Unfamiliar
Jack Reese explores “the tyranny of the proximate”—our habit of treating our own norms as the standard. He urges humility toward others, warns against nationalistic idolatry, and points Christians to their true citizenship in heaven.
February 1, 2006
A Place in the History Books
A reflection on the North American Christian Convention’s call for unity, the long history behind division over worship practices, and the growing signs of cooperation between Christian churches and churches of Christ.
February 1, 2006
Interview with David Faust
Dr. David Faust looks back on his first North American Christian Convention and shares why the 2006 NACC matters—highlighting preaching, fellowship, and practical steps toward greater Restoration Movement unity.
January 29, 2006
Things I Appreciate About Us
Doug Priest reflects on the Restoration Movement’s heritage and the freedoms he values—freedom to choose, fellowship, listen, serve, and cooperate—while pursuing unity and holistic ministry across the Stone-Campbell tradition.
January 22, 2006
The More We Change
A conversation about the Lord’s Supper and invitation hymns opens a wider look at Stone-Campbell worship history—and the motives, cultural pressures, and practical reasons that shape how churches worship.
December 28, 2005
Thought-Provoking Columns Ahead!
Christian Standard introduces the 2006 “Reflections” writers—leaders from churches, seminaries, and ministries across the continent. Meet the 12 contributors and look ahead to a year of thoughtful, timely columns.
December 4, 2005
History and Purpose of the Chaplaincy Endorsement Commission
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.
November 30, 2005
Two Christians Pursue Paths to Unity: “Christians, Anyway . . .”
Why do churches struggle to transcend culture? Rees Bryant reflects on “Christians only,” cultural baggage, and the humility of admitting God loves his imperfect people—Christians anyway.
November 30, 2005
Great Communion Celebrated Worldwide!
A sampling of Great Communion reports from around the world, marking the 200th anniversary of Thomas Campbell’s Declaration and Address and highlighting unity across Restoration Movement churches.
November 30, 2005
NACC: Together In Christ
Reflecting on Jesus’ prayer for unity in John 17, David Faust invites the Restoration family to see the 2006 North American Christian Convention as a historic chance to worship, repent, and serve “together in Christ.”
Significant Event in the Life of World Convention
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 12, 2005
An Interview With the Director
NACC executive director Allan Dunbar reflects on this year’s regional conferences—highlighting intimacy, renewal, and a standout minister and spouse retreat—while urging broad participation in the historic 2006 Louisville convention.
August 7, 2005
The Parable of the One Egg Special
Mike Cope reflects on the 1906 divide and urges local, practical reconciliation between churches of Christ and Christian churches. With regret, hope, and a breakfast-table parable, he calls believers to apology, forgiveness, and shared ministry.
