Around the World: Church growth in the Bahamas, Syrian refugees in Germany and more quick takes
Around the World is our monthly rundown of news briefs, links and quotes from Churches of Christ all over the globe. Got an idea for…
disaster relief
COVID-19 complicates relief efforts
MAYFIELD, Ky. — When an EF4 tornado tore across four states in four hours the night of Dec. 10 — devastating communities in Arkansas, Missouri,…
An easel and a cross
BENTON, Ky. — Every disaster area offers a blend of devastation and healing, of heartbreak and hope. Every day, God presents the volunteer with a…
After Mayfield tornado, some stories inspire
MAYFIELD, Ky. — Teresa Herndon could’ve focused on what was lost. Her home. Her neighborhood. Her sense of normalcy. Instead, Herndon, 52, praised God for…
Breaking down barriers — new and old — to help tornado victims
MAYFIELD, Ky. — Before the tornado, Penny Wade Smith grew frustrated with the neighborhood behind her business. Rob Smith shared his wife's concern. As the…
‘Bent but not Broken’
'Finally got my flocked tree I was wanting,” Taga Jones posted to social media. “Trying to find the humor.” Jones, who worships with the Seven…
After Hurricane Ida, ‘everybody is serving’
'When we survived Hurricane Katrina, we said, ‘We can survive anything,’” Eric Dishongh said. “Hurricane Ida definitely is testing that hypothesis for sure.” Dishongh, minister…
Churches of Christ assess damage, gear up for Hurricane Ida relief (Updated)
UPDATE: See our latest coverage of Hurricane Ida here. 'The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob has spared us once again.” Angela Marsalis and fellow…
Emotions high as Tennessee church floods — again
NUNNELLY, Tenn. — A noisy, industrial-strength fan blew in the back as Pinewood Church of Christ members stepped into their makeshift worship facility Sunday. Wooden planks…
Showing Jesus: Christians offer physical, spiritual help after historic flooding
WAVERLY, Tenn. — The Waverly Church of Christ’s pews were packed Sunday. But not just with people. Clothing and stuffed animals covered several rows —…
