A long, lonely lockdown
‘Mom, it’s me.” The young woman stood outside Tealridge, an independent living facility in Oklahoma City, and talked to her mother through a window. But…
COVID-19
Five universities break records
Despite the financial and instructional challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, five universities associated with Churches of Christ celebrated record enrollments this fall. Headcounts hit…
Jesus and Wi-Fi: Alaska church helps students during pandemic
When public schools in Alaska’s capital of Juneau moved to virtual classes because of the COVID-19 pandemic, some students were put in a dire learning…
Worship during a pandemic is tough, but not as tough as it used to be, an ancient letter reveals
In the year 112 A.D. the governor of the Roman province of Bithynia faced a dilemma. A strange new religion had appeared in his jurisdiction.…
Stadium allows room for distancing
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Four Churches of Christ that had not yet resumed in-person worship found a way to gather with plenty of room for…
My grandson, COVID-19 and me
OKLAHOMA CITY — As soon as I open the garage door, I hear the sweet voice of my 2-year-old grandson. “Hey, Papa, I’m riding a…
This school year, think #PHIL234
Back-to-school time typically brings hope and energy. We look forward to cooler weather, football, pumpkin spice (well, some of us) and holidays. Not this year.…
As Christians, let’s end ‘corona culture’
EDMOND, Okla. — I thought a disease on the other side of the world would never reach me. Or if it did, it wouldn’t be a big…
As pandemic drags on, suffer the little children
So far, COVID-19 has spared children from the worst of its physical effects. Most reported cases in kids appear to be asymptomatic or mild, according…
Cutting through COVID-19 confusion
When it comes to COVID-19, it’s easy to feel uncertain, confused, even angry. Information from the news, social media and family and friends doesn’t always…
