A theologically conservative denomination founded as an alternative to the United Methodist Church now has more than 7,000 member congregations, months after surpassing 6,000.
Building Churches Out of Other Churches
We wouldn’t think much of the farmer who boasted of the size of his flock if we knew he had been hauling them over the top of the neighbor’s fence.
Breakaway Catholic group rejects Vatican talks, indicating collision course for pope
Earlier this month, the SSPX announced it planned to consecrate four new bishops July 1.
400 Christian leaders urge resistance to Trump administration on Ash Wednesday
The statement’s signers include a mix of denominational leaders, seminary presidents, scholars and leaders of prominent congregations.
DHS Directive To Detain Vetted Refugees Sparks Outcry From Faith-Based Relief Groups
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a memo instructing immigration enforcement to detain people with legal refugee status so that they can be “re-vetted,” prompting criticism from humanitarian organizations, including World Relief.
New study proves immigrants help US economy and are not a drain
Immigrants are essential to the U.S. economy because they pay more in taxes than they use in benefits, according to a new study by the Cato Institute.
Higher IQ leads to lower conservatism in men in decades-long study
A decades-long study suggests that men with higher intelligence quotient ratings are less likely to hold conservative political views.
Pastor Salary: Should Pastors Make Six Figures?
The question of whether pastors should make six figures is not just about numbers—it touches on theology, stewardship, fairness, culture, and the practical realities of life in pastoral ministry. While pastors guide their congregations spiritually, they must also deal with the reality of financial sustainability and compensation fairness. It’s important to look at current compensation data, the diverse realities facing pastors today, and the ethical and practical questions church leaders and congregants often wrestle with.
How Long Should a Pastor Pray Each Day?
Is the strength of our prayer life really measured in minutes? And what if shorter, consistent rhythms of prayer throughout the day lead to a more sustainable, joyful connection with God? In this episode, Josh and Sam explore how pastors and church leaders can cultivate a meaningful prayer life without tying their spiritual health to a stopwatch.
Trump's FDA quietly deletes health warnings against ineffective autism treatments
The Department of Health and Human Services quietly removed an advisory on its website warning users against deceptive treatments for autism that can be harmful in the latest departure from traditional scientific methods.
The advisory warned patients on treatments like chelating agents, hyperbaric oxygen therapies, chlorine dioxide, and raw camel milk, which are often marketed by pseudo-science groups claiming to cure or treat autism.
A Pastor's Thoughts on Inviting Friends to Church
Our invitations don’t convert people, but they place them where conversion is possible.
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