Francis leaves behind him a church still divided, but radically transformed.
Related: Francis (1936–2025), the Pope Who Made the Roman Church More ‘Catholic’; Pope Francis dies aged 88: Vatican mourns a 'life dedicated to service'; and Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies at 88Vandals spray-painted lewd images, anti-Christian message on church ahead of Easter
Lewd images and obscene phrases were spray-painted onto the walls and gravestones of a church in northwest England on Good Friday, prompting police to investigate the incident as a hate crime. The targeted attack at St. James Church in Leyland, Lancashire County, occurred just days before Easter Sunday services.
Trump blasts enemies in Easter morning message before hitting golf course
President Donald Trump — hailed by his supporters for “bringing faith back to the White House” — spent Easter Sunday on the golf course and blasting his enemies on social media.
100+ churches ring bells on Good Friday in honor of Paul Revere and 'against tyranny'
This year’s Lantern service aims to warn about the endangering of American democracy, societal model and ideals, said the Rev. Matthew P. Caldwell, Old North’s priest.
Why does your church meet in a house?
Well, we don’t always meet in houses. We also meet in coffee shops, parks, outdoors, and other locations. We could gather in a more traditional church building but meeting in these other locations is actually strategic.
An Episcopal church plant in which I was involved in the first decade of this century initially met in the living room of one of its congregants. Later it migrated to a vacant house owned by a congregant. As the congregation grew, it changed its venue to the conference room of a local hotel and then to the sanctuary of a local LCMS church.Why Easter Monday matters
Let’s be honest - many people don’t really understand the significance of Easter Monday. In fact, depending on where you live, it may be a holiday you've barely even heard of. If you live in the UK, chances are you know it as one of our Bank Holidays throughout the year.
7 Powerful Ways Pastors Can Prevent Burnout and Stay Spiritually Strong
Burnout among pastors is a growing concern in today’s fast-paced, pressure-filled ministry environment. Pastors often find themselves stretched thin, trying to meet the spiritual, emotional, and practical needs of their congregations while also navigating personal and family responsibilities. Without intentional care, this unrelenting cycle can lead to exhaustion, discouragement, and even a crisis of faith.
The Limits of the Big Idea in Preaching
A simple recipe for a sermon is to identify the big idea in the passage and then communicate that in the sermon. But like all simple recipes, this approach has its flaws that maturing preachers and listeners alike should know about.
How a chance encounter led to an Easter song
At Easter one of the lesser-known songs is “Wounded for Me”. It has an interesting backstory.
How to Lead Worship Using Pre-Recorded Tracks
This article will walk you through the key steps, tips, and considerations for effectively using pre-recorded tracks in your worship service.
Five Ways Your Church Can Use “I Am a Church Member”
Thom Rainer gives five key ways to use I Am a Church Member in your congregation.
5 Ways to Minister to College Students This Summer
For many college students returning home for the summer, the church didn’t move, but the seat doesn’t feel saved for them anymore.
The Problem With Habits (and Why We Still Need Them)
Habits carry a hidden danger: they can turn meaningful actions into mindless routines. This paradox often appears in spiritual disciplines. A person starts a daily Bible-reading habit but ends up just skimming the verses without truly engaging or reflecting on them. What starts as a sincere prayer can become just another task on a checklist. The consistency that strengthens habits can also make them feel like empty obligations instead of meaningful actions.
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