Bearing The Standard of The Movement for 160 Years
The year 2026 marks Christian Standard’s 160th anniversary, underscoring our long history and deep connection with The Restoration Movement.
Articles for tag: The Solomon Foundation
Succession: When It Works, When It Doesn’t
Perhaps the greatest single benefit of succession success is that when it works, succession success honors God and results in positive momentum in the church as well as in the larger community.
January 1, 2026
The Solomon Foundation: An Example of Wise Succession
Joshua Means will succeed Doug Crozier as CEO of the Solomon Foundation.
November 6, 2025
Ministry Is About Relationships
At The Solomon Foundation, we believe that ministry is all about relationships. We invest in them with both individuals and with churches. We have no desire to be your bank; we want to be your ministry partner.
July 3, 2025
What Kind of Church Is This?: One That Is Independent & Connected
Truth and love belong together—and so do autonomy and accountability. This article explores how Restoration principles, cultural engagement, and mission-shaped theology point churches toward healthy interdependence rather than isolation.
One That Finds Unity Irresistible …
The most compelling principle of the Restoration Movement has always been our commitment to live in the tension between truth and unity.
One that Goes to the Source …
At The Solomon Foundation, we agree with Ben Merold’s wise words about going to the source—to Jesus Christ and the Word of God. That’s where we go and that’s where we direct our ministry. The Solomon Foundation wants to be your source for both investment and church loans to help you lead others to that one and only Source.
December 31, 2024
Your Best Investment
What a blessing it is to give to the local church in tithes and offerings, but also to allow investments with the Solomon Foundation to work toward building the kingdom.
October 31, 2024
A Trustworthy Ministry
It’s hard to know which organizations to trust today, but you can tell much about an organization that pours into you when it has nothing to gain. The Solomon Foundation was encouraging me and mentoring me long before I worked for a church associated with their network of churches.
September 1, 2024
The Solomon Foundation Doesn’t Just Believe in this Movement, We Believe in You!
There is no doubt that we at The Solomon Foundation really believe in this movement and that we put our resources and energy to work every day to help the person in a hard and resistant urban environment, the ministry volunteer in a rural church virtually invisible to the world outside of its community, the preacher trying to figure out how to connect more effectively to the community while lifting up the name of Jesus, and the church leadership wanting to reach out to new communities through multi-site. We don’t just believe in this movement; we believe in you!
The Solomon Foundation Leads Through Its Core Values
The Solomon Foundation has sought to build the kingdom of God while giving investors a great return on their investment. From the beginning, TSF's values have guided their path to success. . . .
The Solomon Foundation: Investing in a Movement and a Future
The Solomon Foundation is absolutely committed to the churches of the Restoration Movement. . . .
April 30, 2024
Historic Canton, Ohio, Church to Open New Campus
After two years of strong growth, First Christian Church in Canton, Ohio, is expanding. The historic church—once led by P. H. Welshimer—hopes to open its first campus location this fall. The church in November spent $2.1 million on a 33,000-square-foot building on 5 acres on the southwest side of Canton. . . .
The Solomon Foundation’s Impact
A bottom line measured in outreach, church attendance, and baptisms . . .
January 1, 2024
Weeds in My Garden
HOW A SERMON SERIES ON MENTAL HEALTH BROUGHT HEALING TO A CHURCHÂ A perceived need among church leaders and church members led to a survey on mental health, which led to a dynamic and transformative sermon series. By Clayton Hentzel During the pandemic, I regularly participated in Zoom calls with pastors from across the country. One of those calls was with The Solomon Foundation. Early in the pandemic, Doug Crozier, the CEO of TSF, put counselor Dr. Wes Beavis on retainer. Dr. Beavis briefly shared some mental health tips on each weekly call. He provided everyone with a little help
MACU’s New Heritage Hall to Open This Month
After three long years, Mid-Atlantic Christian University is on the cusp of opening its new classroom building. The original Heritage Hall suffered a partial collapse back in September 2020 during a roofing project. It forced a total rebuild of the structure. It’s been a difficult road for MACU . . .
August 30, 2023
White Flag Church to Open New Facility Sept. 10 (Plus News Briefs)
The grand opening of White Flag Church’s new 45,000-square-foot facility in St. Louis will take place Sept. 10. The facility is located just south of the church’s current building. . . . Plus briefs from HIU, SpireConferences, New Hope Christian in Florida, and more. . . .
July 26, 2023
Riggins Named President of The Solomon Foundation (Plus News Briefs)
Ryan Riggins has joined The Solomon Foundation as president. He will work closely with CEO Doug Crozier to ensure the vision of the fast-growing church extension fund is translated into day-to-day operations. . . . Plus news briefs from Kentucky Christian University, Williamstown (Ky.) Christian Church, and more.
Scary Faith
God led us to reach thousands more for Christ through a capital campaign for a new building. This is our story of walking with God through whirlwinds of uncertainty.
June 7, 2023
Former Church Financial Director Faces Charges (Plus News Briefs)
The former financial director of Pikes Peak Christian Church in Colorado Springs, Colo., is accused of stealing more than $340,000 from the church, according to a news report. An arrest warrant charges her with 896 counts of financial-related crimes. . . . Plus briefs from Minnesota, Indiana, Illinois, and Missouri.
