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City Church: ‘It’s Worth Being a Little Uncomfortable’

Because we have been a church plant with steady growth, we have always had to be very openhanded and very open to change.

Pantano Christian Church: A Change of Life

Making people feel welcome is everyone’s job. Pantano sees a wide diversity in the congregation across nearly every demographic: ethnicity, race, socioeconomic, etc.

Long Hollow Church: Blooms of Love

In addition to bouquets, widows receive gifts including devotionals, truffles and tea towels on Valentine's Day.

We’re All ‘Innkeepers’ Deciding If There’s Room for Jesus

We string our lights, trim our trees, talk about the holiday, hear recorded songs mentioning the birth of Jesus… But how many people actually take time for him? While we run around the malls and buy things for everyone we know, we can forget to make room in our schedules for him.

A House of New Beginnings

The three-bedroom brick house is just a few hundred feet from the church, and families typically stay from two weeks to three months.

Give the Gift of Jesus This Christmas

People need Jesus now more than ever, and they need the hope that only the gospel can give them.

Does Your Gift-Giving Include Jesus?

I know that you are bombarded with requests to give to a number of causes over the holiday season. Many might be worthy, but most will not represent truly giving to Christ.

The Mystery of God Becoming a Man

How the wonder of the incarnation gives us encouragement and strength

What Did Satan Think of the First Christmas?

God is constantly handing the devil defeat after defeat. We see it in life, we observe it in the world about us, and we can see it demonstrated in Scripture time and again.

The Perks of Seniority

Greater St. John has seen a 70% increase in senior participation since COVID-19.

Christmas Reminds Us of Our Deepest Longings

The Christmas story teaches us that God understands our own stories. During this season, we celebrate the coming of our Savior and King.