July 7, 2026
A recipe for thriving rural congregations despite shifting demographics
Faced with declining attendance and aging membership, rural pastors can invite reflection on congregational history and community needs to adapt for new opportunities.
June 9, 2026
When summer doesn’t feel like a season of ease
We typically anticipate relaxation and a slower pace in the summer, but that is hard to imagine this year. So it is even more important to prioritize rest and play, writes a psychologist who specializes in faith and mental health.
learn more about When summer doesn’t feel like a season of easeAugust 19, 2025
We can’t just place Black women in leadership, we need to support them
It is not enough to appoint Black women to leadership and call it progress. Without deep, sustained support, the very systems that claim to celebrate us can also harm us, says a preacher and communications specialist.
learn more about We can’t just place Black women in leadership, we need to support themMay 27, 2025
Kara Powell: How to bring about change in your church
It’s a difficult time for the church but it has a bright future if leaders help their congregations adapt to a new, diverse world, says a co-author of the book “Future-Focused Church.”
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