Why parsonages are loved and loathed
Parsonage walls don’t talk. But ministers and their families who have lived in homes owned by churches have stories to tell. One minister told of…
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Parsonage or housing allowance?
Churches may help ministers with housing costs in a variety of ways. Among the most common are parsonages, housing allowances and loans or gifts for…
Peace on Earth and goodwill to men: Christian Santa professes Christ
Here comes Santa Claus, here comes Santa Claus — he’s even a member of the International Santa Claus Hall of Fame. Every year when the…
ACU’s Holy Sexuality Week sparks a pro-LGBTQ petition
Abilene Christian University in Texas is revisiting its sexuality policy after more than 2,000 students, alumni and friends of the university voiced concerns about the…
The oldest Church of Christ in America? It’s complicated
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — What’s the oldest Church of Christ in America? It’s the Cedar Springs Church of Christ in Kentucky’s rural Fern Creek community, according to…
One of America’s oldest Churches of Christ celebrates its 200th anniversary
TUCKERS CROSSROADS, Tenn. — The Bethlehem Church of Christ has a long history — 200 years and counting. It has a bright future, too, lifelong member…
Tennessee church members lose homes to tornado
At least two families connected with two Churches of Christ in Clarksville, Tenn., were affected by devastating storms that hit the state Saturday, killing six…
Oklahoma elder workshop equips shepherds from three states
The elders of the Mannford Church of Christ in Oklahoma recently hosted an elder workshop, “Beside Still Waters.” The annual event is dedicated to elders…
Michigan church gives itself away — every week
BRIGHTON, Mich. — A church gathers here every Tuesday afternoon. Its members — wrapped in hoodies, jackets and faded Michigan Wolverines gear — huddle in…
A Heritage for generations to come
FRANKLIN, Tenn. — In its next two decades, the Heritage Church of Christ should strive to be “a living translation of the life of Jesus…
