J.T. Reeves offers his take on why young men of his generation are returning to church.
Religious People Are Happier Than Non-Religious People
It's time to say the 'one true thing.'
Does a parish need a mission statement? Do they matter for church growth? After all, Jesus did not leave us adrift; our Lord gave us five different “great commissions” (Matt. 28:19-20; Mark 16:15; Luke 24:47; John 20:21; and Acts 1:8). Yet it’s near impossible to find an Episcopal parish of any size without a mission statement. Are they necessary?
A mission statement that is succinct, direct, to the point, and easy to remember does serve a useful purpose. It can be used to keep a church focused on its principal mission. Churchgoers quickly forget what is the mission of their church unless they receive frequent reminders. A surprising number of Christians and I suspect even larger number of Episcopalians are not acquainted with the Great Commission.Fresh approaches needed to tackle political ‘age of rage’, US study suggests
Efforts to reduce the hostility people feel towards rival political parties can result in small changes – but such effects largely evaporate within two weeks, researchers have found.
The team behind the work, which explored the impact of interventions ranging from correcting common misperceptions of the other side to enabling contact between political opponents, say their results suggest fresh approaches are needed to tackle what some have labelled the “age of rage”.
Covid 'peculiar' symptoms as doctor warns there's three things you should know
A new Covid variant is spreading rapidly, causing a surge in infections and presenting unusual symptoms that may catch some people off guard.
The 2025 results are in, and they’re sobering.
This nationwide survey highlights widespread confusion about God and His Word, even among evangelicals who claim to have a high view of the Bible.
Doug Wilson Is Not a Prophet
Confusing Doug Wilson with a prophetic voice distorts the prophetic office and damages the church. I write with this concern not as an outsider but as one who pastored in the CREC for more than a decade. From that vantage I saw both the appeal of Wilson’s persona and the theological and moral toll it exacts, though one need not be in the CREC to recognize the pattern. My concern now, as it was then, is to guard Christ’s flock from mistaking brand-building provocation for authentic prophetic ministry.
The SECRET to Delivering Engaging Sermons and Talks
83% of Americans say preaching impacts their decision on a church home. Having just filmed a new 45 video course called the Art of Preaching, Mark Clark and I share 90 minutes of our best preaching tips from the course and our accumulated years of reaching tens of thousands of unchurched people.
This reflection on what is congregational worship comes from Ed Steele....
Finding true friends in Christ: 6 traits to look out for
... in the search for friends, it’s worth remembering that not all friendships are the same. As Christians, we long for more than just temporary bonds - we long for friendships that are anchored in Christ; relationships that carry eternal value. These are the friends we’ll one day rejoice with in heaven.
So, what does a true friend in Christ look like?
Opinion: When extremist content meets glorified violence online, communities pay the price
Deadly school shootings in the U.S. are tragically common, but they are not inevitable. The 16-year-old who opened fire on his classmates and ultimately took his own life had been exposed to a toxic online community, including a forum in which graphic violent videos and extremism were celebrated.
his week, the Trump administration announced that it was taking "bold action" to address the "epidemic" of autism spectrum disorder — starting with a new safety label on Tylenol and other acetaminophen products that suggests a link to autism. The scientific evidence for doing so is weak, researchers said.
RFK Jr. is running a dangerous experiment on all of us
This week in “science” according to politicians, President Donald Trump and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are now warning pregnant women to avoid Tylenol — yes, Tylenol — because of its supposed link to autism. Never mind that there’s no strong scientific evidence to back that up. It’s just the latest example of a clear trend in this administration: ideology-first policymaking.
Last week, a low-profile but high-stakes meeting on the country’s vaccine guidance flew under the radar, but there was major drama — and again more ideology on display than science.
3 Foundations of a Discipleship Culture
Pastors and church leaders must take deliberate steps to shape a culture that makes discipleship the expectation and the norm.
10 Mistakes I Made Navigating Theological Differences
Winnie Mughogho shares 10 mistakes she made in engaging with people of different theological leanings.
How to Solve the Overreaction Epidemic
Everywhere we look—on cable news, on social media, in our own backyards—people are in full-blown freak-out mode. We rage at TV talking heads, spiral into despair over current events that may or may not actually take place, and we lash out at loved ones as a result.
Yes, there are real problems in the world which warrant our attention—and may rationally elicit feelings of anger or anxiety.
But here’s the truth: While we can’t always control what happens, we can decide how we respond to it. And that, in turn, changes everything.
The team behind the work, which explored the impact of interventions ranging from correcting common misperceptions of the other side to enabling contact between political opponents, say their results suggest fresh approaches are needed to tackle what some have labelled the “age of rage”.
Covid 'peculiar' symptoms as doctor warns there's three things you should know
A new Covid variant is spreading rapidly, causing a surge in infections and presenting unusual symptoms that may catch some people off guard.
Also See: RFK Jr’s vaccine panel votes against recommending prescription for Covid vaccine, emphasizing personal choiceThe Results Are In: 2025 State of Theology Survey
The 2025 results are in, and they’re sobering.
This nationwide survey highlights widespread confusion about God and His Word, even among evangelicals who claim to have a high view of the Bible.
Doug Wilson Is Not a Prophet
Confusing Doug Wilson with a prophetic voice distorts the prophetic office and damages the church. I write with this concern not as an outsider but as one who pastored in the CREC for more than a decade. From that vantage I saw both the appeal of Wilson’s persona and the theological and moral toll it exacts, though one need not be in the CREC to recognize the pattern. My concern now, as it was then, is to guard Christ’s flock from mistaking brand-building provocation for authentic prophetic ministry.
The SECRET to Delivering Engaging Sermons and Talks
83% of Americans say preaching impacts their decision on a church home. Having just filmed a new 45 video course called the Art of Preaching, Mark Clark and I share 90 minutes of our best preaching tips from the course and our accumulated years of reaching tens of thousands of unchurched people.
Also See: Five Questions for Preachers; 3 preaching rulesWhat Is Congregational Worship?
This reflection on what is congregational worship comes from Ed Steele....
Finding true friends in Christ: 6 traits to look out for
... in the search for friends, it’s worth remembering that not all friendships are the same. As Christians, we long for more than just temporary bonds - we long for friendships that are anchored in Christ; relationships that carry eternal value. These are the friends we’ll one day rejoice with in heaven.
So, what does a true friend in Christ look like?
Opinion: When extremist content meets glorified violence online, communities pay the price
Deadly school shootings in the U.S. are tragically common, but they are not inevitable. The 16-year-old who opened fire on his classmates and ultimately took his own life had been exposed to a toxic online community, including a forum in which graphic violent videos and extremism were celebrated.
Also See: In the Wake of Charlie Kirk's Assassination, Get Your Kids OfflineRFK Jr. wants an answer to rising autism rates. Scientists say he's ignoring some obvious ones
his week, the Trump administration announced that it was taking "bold action" to address the "epidemic" of autism spectrum disorder — starting with a new safety label on Tylenol and other acetaminophen products that suggests a link to autism. The scientific evidence for doing so is weak, researchers said.
RFK Jr. is running a dangerous experiment on all of us
This week in “science” according to politicians, President Donald Trump and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are now warning pregnant women to avoid Tylenol — yes, Tylenol — because of its supposed link to autism. Never mind that there’s no strong scientific evidence to back that up. It’s just the latest example of a clear trend in this administration: ideology-first policymaking.
Last week, a low-profile but high-stakes meeting on the country’s vaccine guidance flew under the radar, but there was major drama — and again more ideology on display than science.
3 Foundations of a Discipleship Culture
Pastors and church leaders must take deliberate steps to shape a culture that makes discipleship the expectation and the norm.
10 Mistakes I Made Navigating Theological Differences
Winnie Mughogho shares 10 mistakes she made in engaging with people of different theological leanings.
How to Solve the Overreaction Epidemic
Everywhere we look—on cable news, on social media, in our own backyards—people are in full-blown freak-out mode. We rage at TV talking heads, spiral into despair over current events that may or may not actually take place, and we lash out at loved ones as a result.
Yes, there are real problems in the world which warrant our attention—and may rationally elicit feelings of anger or anxiety.
But here’s the truth: While we can’t always control what happens, we can decide how we respond to it. And that, in turn, changes everything.
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