People had a lot of questions when they saw a hippie minister with slightly shaggy hair…
Category: Church Leadership Development
Pilgrim Charity and Pilgrim Cruelty Aren’t Easily Separated
In 1623, former Mayflower passenger Edward Winslow rushed west from Plymouth to visit Ousamequin, the Pilgrims’…
The Peace Church that Changed My Life
I became an Anabaptist because of George W. Bush. Well, not so much Bush personally—though the…
Canadian Government Considers Changing Churches’ Tax Status
Canadian politics are rarely dramatic. But in the last month, the country has been in a…
Reading the Room: A Pastoral Vision for a Politically Weary Congregation
It was the exhale heard around the world. After what seemed like the longest election cycle…
Trump Opens Second Term with Bold Promises
In the Capitol Rotunda surrounded by politicians, a lineup of tech CEOs, and select faith leaders,…
As Powers Shift in DC, Christians Take the Long View
Around Washington, DC, you can see signs of the upcoming presidential transition. Security fencing went up…
The Unrecognized Great Awakening
Prophet or activist? Pastor or social reformer? In the six decades since his death, the testimony and…
It’s Time for a New Era of Christian Civility
Over the past few years, our society has continued its trend toward increased political polarization, as…
Racial Unity Is Out of Style
Cultural sentiments can change in unexpected ways. People are complicated, and the direction of our discourse…