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Eco-Friendly Wedding Gifts To Consider for Your Registry
These days, many people are environmentally conscious. If you and your fiance are seeking a lower carbon footprint from your wedding gifts, try these tips to ensure your guests bring sustainable and eco-friendly gifts.
Category: Wedding Planning, Society
Smart Steps for Avoiding Wedding Planning Burnout
Planning your wedding will require a lot of work. With such high stakes, it's easy to get stressed out- or even worse, burnt out. Follow these steps to ensure you stay healthy and don't run out of steam during this time.
Category: Wedding Planning
Should Christians Ignore the Commandments in the Old Testament?
Some are arguing that the Old Testament is outdated and that the 10 Commandments have little relevance to a modern day Christian's life. Are the lessons present in The Sermon on the Mount a good replacement?
David and Goliath in Pop Culture
Nearly everyone is at least passingly familiar with the biblical tale of David versus Goliath. But did you know the 'David versus Goliath' trope is often used in your favorite films and television series?
Category: Society
Talking About Tithing From the Pulpit
Pastor Dave Ramsey has recently suggested that church leaders refrain from asking their less financially stable congregants to tithe. What is the biblical origin of tithing, and is it still applicable in the modern era?
Category: Church
The Pros and Cons of a Winter Holiday Wedding
Having your wedding at Christmas may seem unheard of, but there are many plusses to tying the knot on the winter holiday. Balance these pros and cons to see if getting married at Christmas is right for you.
Category: Wedding Planning, Ceremonies
Planning Your Honeymoon? You May Need a Travel Agent
After just planning your wedding, the idea of planning a honeymoon right after may seem daunting. If you're an exhausted newlywed, consider letting a travel agent shoulder some of the honeymoon planning burden.
Category: Wedding Planning
Compassion and Empathy in Healthcare
Healthcare is a profoundly complicated issue. The field combines the scientific and analytical with the emotional: compassion and empathy. But what role exactly do these emotional elements play in good healthcare?
Category: Society
Suit Up! Wedding Attire Advice for New Grooms
While guests never fail to fawn over the bride's dress, the groom's outfit is just as important. By following these style tips you'll ensure that your suit looks great, fits right, and complements your spouse's ensemble.
Category: Wedding Planning, Marriage
Can an Atheist Lead a Church?
Priests and preachers who have lost their faith might seem like a rather novel concept-- but it's a lot more common than you think. When a religious leader loses their belief, can they still lead their congregation?