The Episcopal Church will terminate its partnership to resettle refugees with the U.S. government over a request to resettle a group of white Afrikaners after the administration had effectively halted the U.S. refugee program.
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The spiritual leader of the world’s Orthodox Christians has said that religious faith should serve as humanity’s safeguard amid rapidly advancing technology and what he described as the “impending robotocracy.”
‘AI Companions’ and the Christian Doctrine of Friendship
Digital life has shaped our thinking about relationships such that Zuckerberg’s “AI friends” proposal is a logical next step. But now we’re here, how should the church respond?
Could Scrolling Become the New Smoking?
The smoking revolution makes me wonder, What else might our society radically rethink over the next century?
Suicide is a sin - why can't we say so?
Assisted Suicide isn't wrong because it's a slippery slope - though it is that, and that is bad.
What Is the Right Age to Retire as a Lead Pastor?
The average age of a pastor is 60 years old. The question of retirement is one many pastors are asking. Being a lead pastor comes with unique demands and extra attention. Is there an ideal age to retire? Thom and Sam discuss some guidelines for those who are closer to retirement than not.
Worship Leader, You’re Killing Us
The scene repeats itself over and over again every weekend–perhaps even in your church. It’s worship time, and the band is rockin’. The congregation is completely caught up in the worship experience. Eschewing hymnals as old-fashioned, the words are projected on two large screens above the stage. As the worship leader looks out over the worshiping throng, he (or she) internally reflects on the goodness of God and decides to repeat the verse. Suddenly the congregation appears confused and stops singing. About halfway through they start up again, but the mood of the moment is obviously broken. What went wrong? That darn presentation computer operator messed up again! Or did they?
Obstacles to Small Group Ministry Growth
Have you settled? I think we’re all familiar with the idea of settling for something less than we’ve hoped for or settling for something less than we deserve. But have you ever examined your small group ministry for signs of settling? They are the small group growth ministry obstacles. I believe there are some things we should never settle for.
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