In a Mexican resort city, Christians care for homeless ‘angels’
COZUMEL, Mexico — Scott Eller steered a rented Nissan March through Cozumel as his wife, Andrea, talked about their “home away from home.” Driving away…
Tennessee
Bible conferences, Love’s Travel Stops and time on the road with Dad
HENDERSON, Tenn. — I love road trips. Except for all the driving. And the long days on the highway. And the would-be NASCAR stars weaving…
Across the Nation: Congregational anniversaries, ‘Boxes for Vets’ 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…
Tennesseans are believin’
Five days before the Alabama/Tennessee game, Justin Peach bought an orange suit on Amazon.com for $25. “Aw man,” I said as I spoke with him…
Faith, service and government grants
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Attendees buzzed with conversation at the National Urban Ministry Conference’s first in-person meeting since 2020. COVID-19, new ministry initiatives and resources —…
A final song, a familiar end
#12 — Amazing Grace “When we’ve been there 10,000 years, bright shining as the sun, We’ve no less days to sing God’s praise than when…
Closure of Tennessee church marks end of couple’s six-decade ministry — or does it?
The East Frayser Church of Christ on the north side of Memphis, Tenn., shut its doors at the end of 2021. For Donald and Ann…
Last of the ‘living water’
SILVER POINT, Tenn. — From her front porch, adorned with periwinkles and impatiens, Evelyn Buck keeps watch over a small piece of American history. 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…
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…
