The number one reason for a decline in church attendance isn’t a mystery; it’s actually pretty straightforward, says Thom Rainer.
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3 Reasons Greeter Ministries Are Still Relevant
We want our churches to be welcoming churches, but we can’t welcome people we miss.
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4 Steps for Dealing With a #MeToo Moment in Your Church
What should church leaders do if a member tells them they have been sexually abused? Thom Rainer spoke with Josh Bryant, managing attorney at Church General Counsel, about the right steps to take.
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6 Ways the #MeToo Movement Has Affected Local Church Life
Thom Rainer outlined six things pastors and church leaders should keep in mind as they inevitably hear stories of abuse from within their own congregations.
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On the Horizon: July 16, 2018
Top news this week include historic international meetings, sex abuse stories, defunding Planned Parenthood, and important church attendance research.
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12 Haunting Images of Abandoned Churches
This week an estimated 100 to 200 churches in America will close their doors, but what happens to their buildings when they shut down?
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