Michael Mooney, Exec. Elder 
“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might.” (Ephesians 6:10, ESV). These words from the Apostle Paul are often quoted to encourage believers during trials. Yet, how often do we gloss over this verse, treating it as a comforting statement without …
Embracing Technology: Finding Hope Amid the Pandemic The COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented challenges, especially for churches and Christian communities accustomed to gathering in person. For many, it felt like a season of loss, with closed church doors and restricted physical fellowship. However, contrary to the …
Overview From the perspective of Christian ministry, The Coddling of the American Mind by Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan Haidt is a timely and thought-provoking book that addresses critical cultural shifts affecting today’s youth. It explores the emotional and psychological climate on college campuses, examining how modern …
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Ordination plays a pivotal role in the Christian faith, serving as a formal recognition of one’s call to ministry. It is not merely a certificate or title; rather, it is a sacred acknowledgment of God’s calling on an individual’s life. The importance of Christian ordination extends …
Discover how the terms “saved” and “born again” are understood by Americans, especially Gen Z. Explore the shifting meanings, cultural perspectives, and spiritual implications of these concepts in today’s evolving faith landscape. The terms “saved” and “born again” both refer to crucial aspects of the …
How to Help Someone Struggling with Faith? Understanding the Crisis of Faith In the journey of Christian discipleship, encountering someone struggling with faith is not uncommon. A crisis of faith can manifest in many forms, doubt, spiritual dryness, or even anger towards God. Such struggles can …
By Rev. Tim Root, reporting for In an era dominated by digital platforms, Christian ministers face both opportunities and challenges in engaging with social media. While no direct data on ministers’ social media usage is provided, recent research on evangelical Christians’ cultural engagement offers insights …
Fictional Story Context: Hurricane Helene, 2024 Once upon a time, in the small town of Little Creek, there was a power outage so notorious that it became known as the “Great Blackout of ’24.” It all started on a calm Sunday afternoon when everyone was …
Reporting for by Rev. Tim Root Background This idea began with a simple post within the NACM fellowship reflecting on the idiom “It is what it is.” The discussion that followed sparked a conversation about how idioms, often used in everyday speech, can be powerful …