What it means to ‘value others above yourselves’
Having a 2½-year-old grandson means hearing the word “why” quite often. In fact, nearly every sentence is phrased “Jeopardy!” style — in the form of…
Opinion
‘Life-saving miracle’ gave Kansas church member five extra years
The news hit me like a fastball to the gut. “With overwhelming sadness, we need to share that the Lord called Josh home today,” Krista…
Editorial: A reminder to ‘weep with those who weep’
For months now, our hearts have felt troubled. We’ve watched as Christians on social media have erupted in angry, hateful, hurtful words time and time…
Learning to listen — really listen — is key
It can be hard to listen. Trust me, as someone who grew up interrupting others, learning to listen is challenging. For the past few years,…
Take our survey: Will communion and offering changes brought by COVID-19 era last?
For many Churches of Christ, COVID-19 has brought changes to the Lord's Supper and offering practices, ranging from portable communion supplies to online giving. As…
Editorial: Christians, it’s time to ‘transform and roll out!’
In 1986, moviegoers were introduced to the Transformers. Adults and children alike were fascinated and entertained by characters like Optimus Prime, who “transformed” from an…
Requiem for a passport and a parrot
‘This parrot is no more! He has ceased to be. Bereft of life, he rests in peace. If you hadn't nailed him to the perch…
Gray deserves Presidential Medal of Freedom
Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks and John Lewis are three of the most recognizable faces of the civil rights movement and have become memorable…
After difficult year, COVID-19 vaccines bring joy and hope
OKLAHOMA CITY — “Celebrate. People need hope.” My friend David Duncan texted me that advice when I told him I was struggling to write this…
Tips from children’s ministers
What suggestions do you have for other congregations trying to stay connected to children during this time, especially smaller congregations? Jennifer Schroeder | children’s minister,…
