‘The next life is a new life’
HOUSTON — For many American churches, a Sunday potluck might feature casseroles, buckets of chicken and salads with crushed chips on top. At the Vietnamese Church…
Archive: Sep 2017
500 years later, would Luther tweet?
For evangelical Christians, Oct. 31, 2017, marks a significant anniversary. On that day 500 years ago, a young German monk is said to have nailed…
Why should we care about Martin Luther?
1. When our Lord and Master, Jesus Christ, says “Repent” he means that the entire life of believers should be a repentance. 2. This word…
Solving a problem like Maria — and Irma
Healing Hands International, a relief ministry associated with Churches of Christ, requests aid for the people of Anguilla. The small Caribbean island, with a population…
The ABCs of Faith
MANILA, Philippines — Hannah Faith knows her ABCs — and a lot more. “Letter A,” she begins, in high-pitched, staccato syllables. “‘A wise son brings joy…
Newsmakers, October 2017
HONORED Debra Lawrence, hostess for the Hands of Compassion ministry in Rochester, Minn. After 11 years of serving Mayo Clinic patients and families, Lawrence is…
Milestones, October 2017
Birthdays Doretha Fitzhugh 94th Sept. 24 Houston John Townley 90th Oct. 14 Porter, Texas Anniversaries A.F. and Doretha Fitzhugh 76 years Oct. 1 Houston Earl…
He went on his way home, rejoicing
If God gives awards for church attendance, Rob will have a chest full of blue ribbons. In June of 1968, the Churches of Christ in…
Editorial: The good in the bad
Hurricanes Harvey and Irma have brought out the best in Christians in Texas, Florida and beyond who are serving victims with love and compassion. From…
Panera and Psalms: Where do you find much-needed reflection?
I recently read a Wall Street Journal feature on Ron Shaich, founder of Panera Bread Co. He had just sold the business and was thinking…
