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LEADERSHIP LINK: Inspiring members to give

(ABP) — When I meet with church leaders, they often ask me to help them devise a strategy for increasing giving among their members. While there is no simple plan that works everywhere, there are several ways to cultivate positive…

LEADERSHIP LINK: Alternative gifts counter commercialism

(ABP) — When it began nearly a decade ago, the Alternative Christmas Gift Fair at Boulevard Baptist attracted barely 100 church members and generated a few thousand dollars for participating nonprofits and mission groups. But it has since generated $200,000…

LEADERSHIP LINK: Charitable giving up, but Sandy and tax changes expected to impact year-end gifts

(RNS) — The recession continued to affect how much Americans gave to charity last year, and the triple whammy of Superstorm Sandy, a national election and the looming fiscal cliff may cut how much we donate in the crucial final…

Some church leaders increasingly uneasy about â€˜missionalâ€™ label

DENVER — The bio on the back of Kathy Escobar’s 2011 book describes her as a “nationally recognized voice in missional church development.” And by all accounts the Denver-based pastor and church-start consultant is certainly that. But Escobar insisted she…

Learning communities explore how to minister in new culture

FARMINGTON, Maine — Five years ago, five older women in Farmington, Maine, knew they faced a choice—watch their church die, or participate in a project that might help bring new life to their congregation. They were the only remaining members….

CBF leader issues â€˜missionalâ€™ challenge

For former Cooperative Baptist Fel-lowship leader Daniel Vestal, understanding what it means to be “missional” begins with two phrases: “Christ is in me. Christ is in us.” “If you really believe that, that will change how you see the church,”…

On his 200th birthday, Charles Dickens remains a global Christmas theme

WILMINGTON (RNS) — ‘Tis the season for “Bah, humbug” and “God bless us every one,” especially as the world caps off a year of celebrations for the 200th anniversary of the birth of Charles Dickens. As Advent begins, cities across…

LEADERSHIP LINK: Leadershipâ€™s dances:â€ˆFrom the center, to the edges, across the gaps

An ancient wise man was approached by a despondent villager who asked for healing. The wise man asked three telling questions: When did you stop singing? When did you stop dancing? When did you stop telling stories? These questions echo…

OPINION: A Christian nation? Yes!

In recent years many Americans have become distressed by the obvious decline of social and moral values, which is evident in all regions and levels of national life. Crime has increased, organized gang activity is up, drug abuse is surging,…

On 200th anniversary, Charles Dickens retains close Christmas association

As Advent begins, resources for observing the season available to churches

As Advent begins on Sunday, Dec. 2, Passport Inc. continues its Following the Star daily online devotionals and the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship has made available videos of Advent sermons preached by Jim Somerville, pastor of First Baptist Church in Richmond….

Mohler again claims same-sex marriage harms children

Dan Patrick reiterates: ‘No separation of church and state’

Baptists know better than this

Judge bars Tennessee from revealing immigration status of sick children

LEADERSHIP LINK: Inspiring members to give

LEADERSHIP LINK: Alternative gifts counter commercialism

LEADERSHIP LINK: Charitable giving up, but Sandy and tax changes expected to impact year-end gifts

Some church leaders increasingly uneasy about â€˜missionalâ€™ label

Learning communities explore how to minister in new culture

CBF leader issues â€˜missionalâ€™ challenge

On his 200th birthday, Charles Dickens remains a global Christmas theme

LEADERSHIP LINK: Leadershipâ€™s dances:â€ˆFrom the center, to the edges, across the gaps

OPINION: A Christian nation? Yes!

On 200th anniversary, Charles Dickens retains close Christmas association

As Advent begins, resources for observing the season available to churches

As Advent begins, resources for observing the season available to churches

Mexico’s Churches Seek a Gospel Win This World Cup

Roughly a third of the way into Steven Spielberg’s new blockbuster film “Disclosure Day,” which focuses on the theoretical release of evidence documenting the existence of alien life, a conversation between the two main characters takes a sudden turn toward the spiritual.

Religious groups are more prepared for aliens than you think

Nigerian Churches Are Fighting Soccer-Fueled Gambling Addictions

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Mohler again claims same-sex marriage harms children

Dan Patrick reiterates: ‘No separation of church and state’

Baptists know better than this

Judge bars Tennessee from revealing immigration status of sick children