A new report from the Washington-based Pew Research Center suggests that Britain’s religious identity is undergoing a transformation, with two in five people brought up as Christians no longer identifying with the faith. However, while traditional church attendance is in decline, Christianity continues to evolve, finding new expressions and communities in modern Britain.
Parishes struggle with money woes, uncertainty
Many parishes in the Anglican Church of Canada are finding themselves torn between their own desire to survive and their obligation to support the higher structures of the church, says Ed Willms, a parishioner at All Saints Anglican Church in Huntsville, Ont....
Pittsburgh church service, other remembrances mark five years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic
At Calvary Episcopal Church in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the 11 a.m. Eastern service on March 16 was a special observance of the fifth anniversary of the church’s shutdown during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. It included readings that dealt with illness and loss, prayers for healthcare workers and those who died, and music that often is used at funerals, including “O God our Help in Ages Past.”
Why More Churches Are Stepping Into Education
As cultural challenges and questions regarding education abound, churches are rediscovering discipleship doesn’t stop at the church door.
How To Love One Another in the Church When the Culture Seeks To Divide Us
Is the way of life in this world and the culture around us causing division in the church? The answer is, sadly, yes. We see it happening today in the areas of politics, race, and ideologies. These cultural forces are infiltrating local church bodies and reshaping how we live with one another. The truth is that secular culture has seduced the Christian community in ways that are now tearing us apart socially, relationally, and theologically.
Three Reasons Why Conflict is Harmful to the Church
As sinners within the church, we sin, and our sin is sometimes directed toward other people (knowingly or unknowingly), creating conflict. Since we cannot avoid church conflict, we need to know how to handle it biblically in order to resolve it in a way that honors Christ and preserves the unity of His body.
The One Gift Every Pastor Must Have
Those whom God has truly called; he has truly gifted for the task. Every pastor must be gifted to teach the Word; and every qualified pastor is.
How to Preach in 20 Challenging Steps
"Like a fool, I’ve entered where angels fear to tread, attempting to give instructions on how to preach. Foolhardy or not, I think one has to start somewhere, and perhaps this list of steps might help some aspiring preacher along the way."
Related: 3 Ways to Write a GREAT Sermon (This Week!); Preach for ACTION: How to boost your Sermon Application; and Avoid These Expository ImpostersDigital Parish: Elevating Your Church's Digital Strategy
In this session with Collin Johansson we’ll learn why live video should be a cornerstone of your digital ministry and how you can craft social media content that not only connects but resonates deeply with your congregation. From creating engaging sermon clips to scheduling posts for optimal impact, we dive deep into strategies that will help retain newcomers, especially around high-traffic times like Easter.
What’s Often Missed with Student Ministry Safety in Churches
Student ministry is often where rules about minors break down in the church. Student ministries don’t need fewer rules than children’s ministries, but they need different rules. Though rebellion seems to be a rite of passage for many teenagers, they are far more receptive to guidance than you might think. Josh and Sam discuss what’s often missed in churches.
Today, vaccine hesitancy is growing and celebrated
In the five years since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, Republicans and Christians have seen a complete shift in their perspective on vaccines that is changing federal policy and affecting global charity efforts — potentially sparking a measles epidemic in the process.
Nursery Bible Songs Teach Babies and Toddlers About God’s Love
Nursery Bible songs are incredibly effective for teaching young children about Jesus and his love for them. Babies and toddlers learn through repetition, movement, and sensory experiences. So music and songs are perfect for introducing children to faith basics.
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