Christ and Islam: A view from Africa
Alan Howell (PHOTO PROVIDED) We’ve been living in the southern African nation of Mozambique for about nine years now, and our situation certainly is different…
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Olbricht a ‘Renaissance man’ for churches
"In those days there were giants in the land" quintessentially captures the essence of Thomas H. Olbricht’s contribution to Churches of Christ. Few octogenarians remain…
What became of the ICOC?
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the leadership and mission crisis that struck the International Churches of Christ, once known as the Boston Movement.So…
The Gospel and cancer: Wife’s diagnosis leads to spiritual conversations, chances to glorify God
It’s cancer,” said the cardiothoracic surgeon, still clad in her teal surgical garb, who had just biopsied my wife’s lung. “And it’s not early, as…
VIEWS: Rushford leaves a Bible lecture legacy
On any given Sunday, Jerry Rushford is standing behind a different pulpit. Or maybe he’s planning the next Pepperdine Bible Lectures. Or maybe he’s writing…
Extra! Walk-on role in controversial TV show demonstrates the need for Christians to shine
This past summer, I was on the study break that the Highland Church of Christ gives me. I knew I was going to do a…
Supreme Court ruling recognizes freedom of churches to hire, fire own ministers
In a recent case, the U.S. Supreme Court delivered one of the most important decisions on religious freedom in a generation. The high court’s ruling…
To stop the flow of young people leaving Churches of Christ, intergenerational relationships are vital
David Kinnaman has confirmed what many of us have long suspected: The church is losing too many members of its younger generations. Why is that?In…
Remembering 2011: The year in quotes
Tragedy — on scales massive and personal — touched Churches of Christ in 2011. An earthquake claimed thousands of lives in Japan, tornadoes devastated congregations…
FEEDBACK: Reaching a world of 7 billion souls
Can Christians reach a planet of 7 billion souls? The Christian Chronicle asked church members, ministers and ministry leaders around the world about the population…
