Slain minister’s parents file $2 million lawsuit against Mary Winkler
Matthew Winkler’s death “has caused the children much mental pain and suffering at the loss of their father and has taken from them the person…
Archive: Mar 2007
A mission to the heart of Bolivia: During weekend of violent protests, a new church begins
COCHABAMBA, BOLIVIA — At 109 feet tall, the Cristo de la Concordia towers over the city of Cochabamba. Arms outstretched, as on the cross, the…
Missionary sees needs firsthand during visit to Darfur refugee camp
The young boy's drawing had rows of thatched-roof houses — and dozens of tiny figures running from them. Little airplanes flew above, shooting at the…
Boomers: A new force in missions
For Gary Gardner, “retirement” involves regular trips to the mill to pick up 25 pounds of tortillas — daily rations for the children he and…
As global warming debate heats up, members discuss caring for creation
For Scott Freeman, the findings are a call to action. Last year the minister in Waco, Texas, was one of 86 religious leaders to sign…
Oprah Winfrey puts ministry’s ‘magnificent seven’ in spotlight
Oprah Winfrey was too late to save Mark Kwandwo.The host of the highest-rated talk show in television history saw a photo of the 6-year-old boy…
Death, where is thy victory? Comfort comes in memories of lives well-lived
On Feb. 1, Malcom Hinckley, longtime preacher and church leader, passed from this life. Malcom and his family had shared faith with us for many…
Churches face ‘identity crisis’
Big Macs. Chicken McNuggets. Filet-O-Fish Sandwiches. Walk into most any McDonald's and you have a good idea what's on the menu. In a manner of…
Who are we?
BELIEFS AND PRACTICES differ in Churches of Christ — with issues such as institutional support, Sunday school, multiple communion cups and full-time preachers causing divisions…
Doctor treats patients’ physical, and spiritual, needs
NASHVILLE, TENN. — After Karen Pang received a diagnosis of colon cancer, Dr. Thomas Henderson held her hands and prayed with her. Henderson not only…
