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New Study Indicates Shifts In America’s Largest Churches: Megachurches 2015 Report
While there are more participants in megachurch worship than ever before, individual attendance is declining, indicates a new study released by Dallas-based Leadership Network this month.
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Joey+Rory Feek Reaction to 2016 Grammy Nomination: 'God is So Good,' While Gracefully Facing Terminal Cancer
Today brought tears and a wonderful morning start for Joey Martin Feek and her husband, Rory Feek, of the country music duo Joey + Rory, as they discovered they received their first Grammy Award nomination for best country duo/group performance. Joey, 40, who recently entered hospice with terminal cervical cancer, is enjoying a "very special Christmas" celebration with family in her hometown of Alexandria, Ind.
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Volunteer Dream Center Houses, Feeds 80,000-Plus People Monthly in Los Angeles: 'With God Any Obstacle Can Be Stepping Stone'
At The Dream Center in Los Angeles, Calif., volunteers specialize in the impossible by reconnecting an estimated 30,000 isolated people each week to God and a community of support to address immediate and long-term needs resulting from homelessness, hunger, poverty, addiction, lack of education and human trafficking.
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10 Things Kids Don’t Need This Christmas: 'Point To Season's Truth, to The One Who Will Make All Things Perfect,' Not Pinterest
Mercy House founder and Texan mother of three children Kristen Welch also maintains a blog entitled We are THAT Family. In a recent entry, she shared the following 10 tips for getting through the holiday season in a less stressful, more God-centered manner.
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Pastors, Chaplains Surround San Bernardino With God's Hope after Shooting Massacre Leaves California Community in Painful Distress
Faith-based chaplains and pastors of multiple entities are flocking to San Bernardino, Calif., to provide spiritual care to victims and their families after a shooting during a holiday party at a social services center there left 14 people dead and 21 injured.
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Pastor John Piper Offers Insight and Encouragement for First-Time Bible Readers in 2025
As the new year begins, many Christians have resolved to take on the project of reading the Bible cover to cover. That's great and all, but if it's your first time, just where do you start?
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[Exclusive Interview] A revelation within the brink of life and death — Meg Leung’s mission in Christian art
Meg Leung (梁麗橋), an artist with a lifelong love for watercolor painting, sees her art as more than a means of expressing her inner world; it is a bridge connecting her to God. Her artistic journey has revealed God’s perfect plan and inspired her to communicate the power of faith through her wor
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Transgenderism a fundamental human right? Hong Kong public disagrees, survey finds
A 2024 survey from the Society for Truth and Light (明光社)'s Center for Life and Ethics Research reveals that respondents from various backgrounds prioritize personal safety and fairness when it comes to transgender issues. When laws involve moral judgments, most respondents believe courts should not make the decisions. The study also indicates that religious believers share similar views with non-religious respondents, reflecting that many churches may rarely address gender topics in depth.
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North America Chinese Evangelical Seminary year-end report highlights significant ministry progress
As the year draws to a close, Rev. James Liu, President of the Chinese Evangelical Seminary North America (CESNA), reflected on the seminary’s remarkable growth and ministry development over the past year. Dedicated to providing theological education to Chinese Christians, CESNA continues to uphold its mission to remain faithful to the gospel and nurture believers. This year’s achievements span academic, ministerial, and outreach endeavors, fostering spiritual growth and advancing missionary wo
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Woman pastor analyzes: How Chinese gender culture shapes female ministers’ roles in churches
In traditional Chinese culture, deeply ingrained notions of gender roles, often expressed as "male strong, female weak," significantly influence the position of women in society and the church. This issue is particularly pertinent for female pastors navigating their roles in ministry. Rev. Dora Wang, Ph.D., from China Evangelical Seminary North America (CESNA), recently addressed this topic in a seminar, sharing her insights on the challenges women face in ministry and proposing strategies to su
