Tuesday's Catch: 'Don’t Invite Your Friends to the Eucharist' And More

Don’t Invite Your Friends to the Eucharist: The Church We Are Becoming
The Rt. Rev. Daniel Martins, retired Bishop of the Diocese of Springfield in the Episcopal Church, shares his thoughts on what he describes as "the tsunami of 'post-Christendom'" and how the church should respond to what he hazards may turn out to be more significant than the 16th century Reformation.

The Burge Report: Everyone Is Having Less Sex (What It Means for the Church)
Ryan Burge discusses his most-read research post of the year. Every age group is having less sex than they were a generation ago. Not only has sexual behavior declined among young people, but it has also declined among Evangelicals and other religious groups. What are the implications for the church? How should pastors address this reality, if at all?

Related: How Does the Public Feel About Sex Among Teenagers? And what role does religion play in shaping these views?

Are There Two Types of Gen Z When It Comes to Religion?
Every now and then someone has a somewhat original thought on Twitter. That was certainly the case a couple of weeks ago when Rachel Janfaza, who writes a newsletter called The Up and Up, posted a picture of ‘two Gen Z’s.’

Most Immigrants Who Are Vulnerable to Trump’s Mass Deportation Policies Are Christians: Report
A new report has revealed that the majority of those affected by President Donald Trump’s plan for mass deportation are Christians.

Related: Evangelical, Catholic groups: 1 in 12 Christians could be impacted by Trump deportations

Christians believe human fallibility too great to allow unchecked power for our leaders
If the political realm will not stand up to the autocratic pretensions of the current president, it falls to people of faith to take nonviolent action.

Rebuilding for Renewal: The Importance of Sacred Spaces in Our Cities
A church without a building can still thrive, but having a place to call our own has deepened our ability to live out our calling.

In his conversation with the Samaritan woman at the well of Jacob, Jesus made it clear that to God it does not matter where we worship. What matters most to God in how genuinely we worship him.

The Story and Message of the Bible
The Bible is comprised of many books and written by various authors over centuries, but as God’s Word it is a unified revelation unveiling a single message. It is crucial to understand what the Bible’s overall message is to interpret it properly and rightly apply it to our lives

3 Preaching Alternatives to PowerPoint

PowerPoint has long been a staple of modern preaching, helping pastors and speakers organize their thoughts with visual support. However, many preachers find themselves looking for alternatives to PowerPoint that foster deeper engagement, minimize technical issues, and create a more dynamic worship experience. Whether you want to simplify your presentation or make your sermons more interactive, exploring different tools and techniques can greatly enhance your message.

New Attention for Old Hymn Texts
The Rev. Ted Campbell has edited and published “A Core Methodist Hymnal, which collects the texts of 126 hymns in the public domain. Campbell is a longtime professor at United Methodist seminaries and an authority on the great hymn writer Charles Wesley. The book is intended as a devotional or study book for individuals and small groups and includes commentaries by Campbell after each hymn text.

Basic Small Group Dynamics Every Leader Needs to Know
Small groups are powerful tools for building relationships, fostering spiritual growth, and achieving shared goals. However, leading a small group effectively requires an understanding of small group dynamics. By recognizing how groups develop, interact, and function, leaders can create an environment makes discipleship bloom.