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Laughter can also have a positive effect within a congregation. People who share a good laugh together are more likely…

Let’s begin with our denominational bonds and our relations with other denominational churches. I’m Presbyterian but, regardless of the denomination…

The diversity of theological positions in any given church or denomination presents a challenge in building a sense of community.…

As I mentioned Friday, I think that the current publicity over the scandal in the Catholic Church will have a…

Regardless of what branch of Christianity you are a part of, be aware of the tremendous challenge posed by the…

A friend and colleague in ministry, J. Herbert Nelson, has just been appointed to head the Washington Office of the…

Real leaders nurture and support other leaders. If the type of leadership that our churches need in this chaotic time…

What are the questions that the lay leadership should be exploring with the people they have called to be spiritual…

For those who participate in congregations that are part of some sort of connectional systems, we need to look at…

How can a congregation, its leadership, and its pastors support some innovative leadership even as it seeks good management? I…