Rural churches come in all shapes and sizes. But in a rural church, you’ll find a commitment to the local church and the Great Commission.
Episcopal priest has been detained by ICE in Texas, says diocese
'We do not know yet why he was targeted,' said the Rt. Rev. C. Andrew Doyle, who leads the Diocese of Texas.
ACNA continues to struggle as new allegations emerge
The Anglican Church in North America faces an escalating crisis on multiple fronts, including a $1 million lawsuit from its former chaplaincy jurisdiction, the disaffiliation of that body and formal misconduct allegations against two of its most senior bishops.
US economy at risk of wobble as lower-income consumers get squeezed
The U.S. consumer's durability as a prop for the economy may be tested in coming weeks as family budgets, particularly among the less affluent, are stressed by rising healthcare costs, the potential loss of federal food benefits, and a wobbly job market outlook that is already taking a toll on earnings.
5 Silent Giving-Killers In Your Church
Most people in your church want to be generous. The problem isn’t usually their motivation—it’s your systems creating invisible barriers.
In this video, I share 5 silent giving killers hiding in your church systems, and how to fix them.
I have replaced the link with the correct one.Want to reach older people? You need to look beyond the stereotypes
Nearly one in five people in England are aged 65 and over, with more than a quarter of the population expected to be above 65 by 2065. Research in numerous western countries arrives at similar conclusions.
These figures, from the Centre for Ageing Better, illustrate why UK churches need to keep a focus on outreach to older people. To ignore them is to miss out on a major mission opportunity.
Identifying the Crisis in Evangelical Theology Today
May God grant us grace by His Word and in His Spirit to overcome the greater crisis in evangelical theology today.
Teaching the Trinity: Deep Waters, Strong Churches, Robust Joy
Without the Trinity as the core of our beliefs, every other doctrine of our faith starts to come unglued and unhinged.
9 Things Pastors Should Stop Apologizing For
Pastors live under a microscope. Every sermon, decision, and personal interaction can be dissected and discussed. While humility is a biblical virtue, there’s a difference between being teachable and living in constant apology for fulfilling your calling. The work of ministry will always invite criticism, but not every critique deserves an apology. Here are nine things pastors should stop apologizing for.
Seven Reasons Why Your Biggest Supporter Left the Church
Every pastor knows the ache of losing a faithful member. But the pain deepens when the person who leaves is one of your strongest supporters — someone who has prayed for you, given sacrificially, and stood beside you through difficult seasons.
Why would a person so loyal, so invested, suddenly walk away?
How Long Should a Sunday Worship Set Run?
Few questions stir more debate among worship leaders and pastors than how long a Sunday worship set should last. Some say 15 minutes is enough to prepare hearts for the sermon. Others believe 45 minutes of unhurried worship invites deeper engagement. Between practical time limits, diverse congregations, and theological priorities, how do leaders determine the right length for their service’s musical portion?
The answer isn’t found in a stopwatch but in spiritual discernment—balancing structure with sensitivity to the Spirit, excellence with accessibility, and tradition with growth.
Not All Reasons for Leaving a Church Are Created Equal
Most Christians will, at some point, ask the question “Is it time to leave my church?”
There’s no shortage of helpful articles about how to find a church. But we don’t talk as much about what it means to leave a church well.
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