Joshua Bassett Baptized at Well Known Anti-Gay Church
Joshua Bassett, openly queer actor, has recently been baptized at megachurch, Bethel, located in Redding, CA. This decision has sparked concern from those aware of the church's anti-LGBTQ+ practices and beliefs.
Category: Church
Homegoing Service: A Look at Black Christian Funeral Customs
Homegoing services tend to extend the celebration to the interment ceremony, which often includes elements from the funeral, particularly singing, prayer and words of encouragement.
Category: Become Ordained Church
A Checklist for Planning a Baptism Party
A baby's baptism is undoubtedly a momentous occasion in the lives of parent and child alike. For parents planning a baptism party life can be hectic. Utilize this checklist to pull off the perfect baptism party.
Blessing of the Animals: Lasting Legacy of Saint Francis of Assisi
October 4th is the feast day Saint Francis of Assisi. Saint Francis is known for the blessing of the animals and his belief that animals should be our equals and that we are cosmically linked to all creatures.
Category: Ceremonies Church
PreachersNSneakers - Exposing Vanity or Judging Others?
A new Instagram account has caused quite a stir for posting pictures of megachurch leaders wearing shoes that cost thousands of dollars. The account has opened a dialogue about what leadership in church really means.
How Do You Measure a Church’s Success?
Small church pastors may look at megachurch audiences (and budgets) and get green with envy. But they must learn to be satisfied with modest church growth and take comfort in the good they bring the local community.
Category: Church
Churches Accepting Money From Sinful Sources
After a church in Alabama was damaged by a tornado, a nearby casino donated $25,000 to the church for repairs. The church has rejected the money, citing the sinful nature of the casino as the reason for rejection.
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Celebrating Your Child’s Baptism
If you're getting your child baptized, you'll definitely want to celebrate with friends and family afterward. Consider these exciting post-baptism festivities to commemorate the memorable and exciting day.
Are Sermons Effective?
Studies are finding that active learning is a better way to improve recall and retention in students. How can church leaders take improvements in academia and apply them to their sermons? Here are a few ways.
Category: Church
Benefits of Online Church
Attending an online church is a life-enriching experience that can provide just as much spiritual fulfillment as an in-person service. Here are a few of the ways that online church can be a great alternative.
Category: Technology Church