James Emery White

James Emery White is the founding and senior pastor of Mecklenburg Community Church in Charlotte, North Carolina, and a former professor of theology and culture at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, where he also served as their fourth president. His latest book, ‘Hybrid Church:Rethinking the Church for a Post-Christian Digital Age,’ is now available on Amazon or from your favorite bookseller. To enjoy a free subscription to the Church & Culture blog, visit ChurchAndCulture.org where you can view past blogs in our archive, read the latest church and culture news from around the world, and listen to the Church & Culture Podcast.

When You Envy Another Pastor’s Success

If we're honest, we too often prefer to hear bad news about people we perceive to be more successful than we are.

Poll: Mapping Americans’ Values and Beliefs

Taking the temperature of Americans' beliefs about 21 issues.

Why After a Decade Our Church Is No Longer Multisite

Here are the reasons we decided to reincorporate our satellite campuses into the original campus.

10 Things Not to Do to First-Time Guests

Not only should you stop doing these things, but you can stop doing them.

6 Striking Trends Shaping the U.S. and World

Here are six notable demographic trends that will shape the future of the world and the church.

How to Know Someone Is Competent for a Staff Role

Hiring the right staff person is half the battle; the other half is getting them in the right "seat."

Is Your Church Structured for Growth or Control?

Are the structures of your church holding you back from being able to make good decisions?

When to Risk Offending People

There are times when it's not just OK, but right, to offend people.