Friday's Catch: 'Christmas in a world of conflict: where is God, and what is His plan?' And More

Christmas in a world of conflict: where is God, and what is His plan?
As Christmas approaches, the lights and celebrations often stand in stark contrast to the turmoil gripping our world.

It’s Not Dead
The end is nigh for the Anglican Church of Canada, says David Goodhew. In fact, the end has already come and gone. We are left watching its taillight disappear into the clouds as we wring our hands in sorrow, pining for the old days.

Growth Through Grace in Waco, Texas
In the heart of Waco, Texas, stands a stone church. On a pleasant corner lot, with its bell tower and rose window, the unsuspecting passerby might consider St. Alban’s a charming sight but lacking the ability to speak to today. Instead, through the Church’s traditions, St. Alban’s offers a crucial and relevant message of grace and forgiveness.

Episcopal Church-affiliated university loses accreditation, will appeal decision
A historically African American university affiliated with the Episcopal Church has had its accreditation revoked due to financial woes, though the academic institution is appealing the decision.

Are There Folks Who Oppose Homosexuality But Support Same-Sex Marriage?
...are there many people out there who favor same-sex marriage but believe that homosexuality is wrong? The GSS (General Social Survey) can certainly help us tease that apart.

Related article: Burge: Evangelicals remain outliers in opposing both homosexuality and same-sex marriage

Burge also has an article on the Church Answers website, How the Rise of Evangelical Distrust Is Making Evangelism Harder, but you must be a Church Answers member to read it.

9 Ways to Help Those Who Are Suffering
...how do we help those who are suffering? How can we grow in showing up with love and wisdom?

A Christmas Sermon 1,700 Years Old
Help can come from the most unexpected places: You can look to the Church Fathers to help prepare your Christmas message.

4 Deadly Dangers In Shortcutting Quality Exegesis
Shortcuts in exegesis result in a passage idea that does not carry the true content--nor the character--of the passage on which we claim to be preaching.

Service Project Ideas for Youth Groups: 10 Meaningful Ways to Volunteer
Finding impactful service project ideas for youth groups can be challenging. Youth ministers have busy teaching schedules, and teens have packed calendars. But volunteer projects build servant leaders and selfless attitudes.