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What does Jesus think about Homosexuality?

Is homosexuality a sin? It’s an age-old question, and there are people on both sides of the debate, each quoting their Bibles. How do we know who’s right? What would Jesus do if he were…

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

8 Concerns That Church Members Seldom Tell Pastors

There are some concerns that are harder to bring up than others. Things like: We're concerned about your marriage.

How Long Should You Stay at Your Church?

With sweat pouring down my cheek, my father said to me: “Put your head down; focus on the path before you. Don’t look to the right or the left. Take your time. Don’t finish quick but finish well.” This is how my dad taught me to mow the lawn. His advice is also relevant to …

What You Need to Know Before Joining a Church

Before we attend a church, we should know that it is a legitimate church. Now, obviously, if the sign on the front of the church reads “Church of Satan,” we know it isn’t a legitimate body of Christian believers.

10 Things I Have Learned Leading Church Change

I left the church planting world to help revitalize and grow an established church. It’s proven to be challenging – maybe slightly more than I thought it would beBut, God has allowed us to experience incredible energy and excitement. I am not big on sharing numbers in this format, but let me simply say – God is working. Amazingly working. The potential in the days ahead is astounding to me.Needless to say, there has been a lot of change since I…

Being Church when we can't be in church

St. Peter's may be closed, but it doesn't mean that worship isn't continuing...

What is God's gender?

God does not have a gender. He is neither male nor female. God is spirit. Gender is a biological manifestation of God's design.

Why Churches Move from Growth to Maintenance

Maintenance mode can take over in any church regardless of its age or its size. Today, we discuss how to combat it and how to stay focused on the mission.

10 Must-Haves for Running An Efficient City Hall

City Hall is a busy place — it's where citizens come to interact with government to apply for licenses, pay fines, and attend town hall meetings.

Almighty God, You Have Built Your Church

Almighty God, you have built your Church upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief cornerstone: Grant us so to be joined together in unity of spirit by their teaching, that we may be made a holy temple acceptable to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and …

How to Re-Energize Your Parish

Share Tweet Pin Email Do you wish there was more life, vibrancy, and participation in your parish? Many people complain that their parish is not serving their needs or the needs of the community, and are tempted to go to another parish (or a Protestant church in town) in order to feel that energy and …

God Provided Our Church Family A Home! 

God Provided Our Church Family A Home! Hey everyone! I have a really exciting announcement. We have officially purchased our historic church home in Scottsdale, Arizona!Every family needs a home, and this one is a wonderful fit for our church family.I am so thankful

How to Get More Members Involved in Ministry

The designation "active member," in most churches, simply means those who attend regularly and financially support the church. Not much more is expected. But God has far greater expectations for every Christian. God expects every Christian to use their gifts and talents in ministry. If we can ever awaken and unleash

How The Chicago City Hall Green Roof is Greening the Concrete Jungle

A review of Chicago City Hall Green Roof by Atelier Dreiseitl and Conservation Design Forum.

The Christian’s Experience of Fellowship

Why You Don't Need to Apologize for Dancing in Church

You do not have to apologize for dancing in church, or crying, or responding to the presence of God in any other human way. If you feel moved to raise your hands, do it, and don’t worry what anyone else thinks about your moment enveloped in the Sp...