Tuesday's Catch: 'The Forgotten Reason Change Can Be Harder In A Small Church' And More

The Forgotten Reason Change Can Be Harder In A Small Church
It’s less about fear of change, and more about concern over hurting people you love and care for.

Suggestions for family friendly worship
Children and families should not feel like the audience of worship but full participants in worship.

First female ELCA presiding bishop set to retire after 2 terms in office
The first female presiding bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America is slated to retire later this year after serving two terms as head of the liberal Mainline Protestant denomination. The Rev. Elizabeth Eaton, who was elected in 2013, is not going to seek a third term as presiding bishop, noted an announcement from the ELCA last week.

With Pete Hegseth in the pews, a Christian nationalist church plant launches in DC
Christ Kirk DC is the latest example of pastor Doug Wilson's growing sphere of influence among a cadre of conservatives sometimes described as the 'New Right.'

Also See: Trump official attends launch of Christian nationalist church displaying upside-down flag

Season of Creation liturgical resource now available in perennial edition
In 2022, the Rev. John Elliott Lein (artist and priest in Downeast Maine) partnered with the Rev. Dr. Margaret Bullitt-Jonas (Creation Care leader in Massachusetts and Western Massachusetts) to assemble and present liturgical resources for this Season for the benefit of interested yet busy parish worship leaders. Year by year, contributions and diocesan endorsements have grown. Last year, the 2024 Season of Creation worship guide was authorized for use in 50 dioceses across The Episcopal Church.

Also See: 'Season of Creation' Worship Resources Offered (UMC)

The next ‘Storm of the Century’ could be even stronger, new study shows
The strongest nor’easters — destructive and often deadly storms that slap the US East Coast with paralyzing rain, snow and flooding — are being supercharged by the effects of climate pollution, a new study found.

As heat soars, the Southwest ditches ‘swamp coolers’ for air conditioning
This less-expensive alternative to air conditioning works by blowing air across a cool, wet pad, mimicking the effect of a misting fan. Ideal in dry climates and less energy intensive than typical AC units, swamp coolers were once hugely popular in the Southwest.

10 Ways the GOP Budget Will Make Life Worse for Americans
The GOP’s “One Big Beautiful Bill,” which narrowly passed Congress and was recently signed by President Trump, represents the largest transfer of wealth from the poor to the rich since chattel slavery. Here are just 10 of the worst things about it.

Should clergy endorse political candidates? If congregants are listening, they won't have to.
What does it mean to preach politically? More than you think.

America’s moral emergency
As our nation celebrates its 249th birthday, we find ourselves in a time of moral emergency. The seven deadly sins of Western Christianity are being paraded as virtues by our most powerful and wealthy, and the classical virtues of our Western heritage are being mocked as weakness.

The Danger Of Inaction
Church leaders face temptations almost daily. These temptations push us away from biblical faithfulness every day. The ease and simplicity of using worldly tactics and weapons entice us. Satan attacks church leaders so that the sheep may be scattered. The pressures of our ministry and lives cause us to push away situations that we know need to be addressed. This is a particularly dangerous temptation.

A Culture of Honesty in Your Church
What is honesty? On the surface, that’s a straightforward question with a straightforward answer.

Debunking the Myths: Ministry Burnout and Leaving the Ministry
Are pastors leaving the pulpit in droves because of ministry burnout? Maybe not. Recent research can help us tell fact from fiction.

An Episcopal Church Spans East and West
St. Mary Magdalene Equal to the Apostles is a new congregation of the Diocese of Colorado, founded in 2023. It is a biritual parish, meaning it uses the Book of Common Prayer twice a month and a Byzantine rite twice a month.

Reconsidering the Role of the Audio Mixer in Your Church Tech
The audio mixer has long been the heart of any sound system—especially in churches. It’s where signals are combined, adjusted, and sent to speakers so that the congregation can hear clearly. For decades, volunteers and sound techs alike have stood behind faders and knobs, learning how to balance vocals, instruments, and microphones into something beautiful and understandable. But with the rise of digital audio tools, automation, and streaming-focused technology, some church leaders are asking: Do we still need a traditional audio mixer?

Fresh Benefits of Hosting Your Small Group Outside
The idea of meeting in living rooms or church classrooms has long defined small group ministry. But what if there’s a simple, powerful way to reinvigorate your group’s connection, spiritual growth, and outreach potential—without changing the curriculum or the schedule? As it turns out, a change in environment can make a big difference. It might be time to consider moving your small group outside.

Hawai‘i church’s community meals feed 700 people weekly on the Big Island
ince St. James’ Episcopal Church in Waimea, Hawai‘i, began its Community Meals Ministry in December 2016, over 700 people from the Big Island gather late on Thursday afternoons for a free dinner, live entertainment and fellowship.

My own church also hosts weekly community meals. Teams of volunteers from within the church and from outside the church take turns in preparing the meals.

Christian Witness Ten Years Ago vs. Today
Gavin Ortlund shares four ways evangelism, apologetics, and Christian witness have changed from 2014 to 2024.