Church & Ministry

The American Church Is Struggling and Thriving at the Same Time

Fewer self-professed Christians are attending church in America than ever. But the ones who are attending love it.

In a Trust Recession, What Makes a Pastor Trustworthy?

Americans' trust in institutions, including churches, is at an all-time low. Which pastors do people still trust, and why?

How a Medieval Saint Can Solve Our Contemporary Spiritual Crisis

Most conversations about renewal reach for something new. But one man of deep faith suggested something different — something almost embarrassingly simple.

How Jesus’ Prayer for Building Community in His Church Applies to...

Just before his arrest and crucifixion, Jesus prayed for his disciples — and his prayer still holds lessons for the church today.

How to Choose a Church Home, Bible Study, or Small Group...

Finding a new home doesn't just mean changing your address. This article will help you find and choose a church community where you can thrive.

Why Do People Keep Wandering Into Empty Churches?

People who have given up on faith keep finding themselves entering empty churches. What's going on? Ecclesiastes might offer an answer.

How to Think Ethically About AI as a Christian

What is artificial intelligence? How should Christians use it — or not use it? Here's a quick crash course on how to start thinking ethically about AI.

Paul’s Church Trauma: Rethinking the ‘Thick-Skinned’ Apostle

Paul has a reputation for being insensitive and "think-skinned." But a closer reading of 2 Corinthians reveals how sensitive the Apostle was.

Clarifying Biblical Forgiveness: Destructive Sin and Consequences in Matthew 18

Passages like Matthew 18 show that true biblical forgiveness requires repentance — and doesn't preclude consequences.

How to Teach the Bible to Kids: Moving Past ‘Bible Stories’...

Teaching the Bible to kids demands more than out-of-context stories. Here's how you can help them develop real biblical literacy and begin building a lifelong love of Scripture.

Listen, Understand, Remember: Homily for the Mass for the Possession of...

In this exclusive excerpt from his new book, Pope Leo XIV presents a short commentary on Acts 15's call to all believers to listen first to God's voice.

Gospel Strategy in an Antagonistic World

What does effective gospel witness look like in an antagonistic world? Three people Paul meets in Philippi in Acts 16 offer a surprising answer.

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