‘One larger and stronger congregation working together for the Lord’
DETROIT — “If you want to go quickly, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” This old African proverb has come to…
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In Georgia county with history of racial violence, Christians seek unity
CUMMING, Ga. — Kelvin Teamer stood on the stage of the Grace Chapel Church of Christ and marveled at the crowd. In this small town…
Loretta Lynn ‘was serious about her faith and a devout member of the church’
Loretta Lynn, the country music superstar whose autobiography “Coal Miner's Daughter” recounted her baptism and ties to Churches of Christ, has died. She was 90. “Our…
After Ian, ‘all the help is flooding in’
Once again, the Gulf Coast Church of Christ is serving as a relief hub after a major hurricane pounded Florida. The 600-member congregation, which meets…
Across the Nation: First responder appreciation, a massive food distribution and more quick takes
Across the Nation is our monthly rundown of news briefs, links and quotes from Churches of Christ across the U.S. Got an idea for this…
Not-so-simple stewardship
Dissolving a church or merging congregations can be complicated, not just emotionally or doctrinally, but financially and legally. Unlike selling a home, where the seller…
Nashville Christian Institute’s final reunion pays tribute to Fred Gray
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The two men were boys when they met. One, a preacher, would minister to churches for seven decades. The other, a preacher…
Lipscomb University mourns former President Harold Hazelip
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Harold H. Hazelip devoted his life to preaching and Christian education. From the earliest days of his dual careers in ministry and…
Why ‘The Waltons,’ the classic TV show that just turned 50, wasn’t afraid of religion
During the pandemic lockdown, I rediscovered “The Waltons” and watched all 221 episodes. Somewhere along the way, I learned that the classic TV show about…
Why are some Christians so angry?
Chris McCurley has noticed something. “People are angrier than ever,” he said. That includes many Christians, said McCurley, who preaches for the Oldham Lane Church…
