In a survey of online pastors, 72% of churches reported weekly online attendance, according to Vanderbloemen’s data. The church is a key pillar people lean onto for support to overcome uncertainties. However, there are times church members cannot attend services in person due to illness, work, or school. Whatever reasons your members may have for...
We often think that religion is only for adults. However, while Jesus was still on earth, he mentioned that heaven’s kingdom is also for the little ones (Matthew 19:14, ESV).
Pope Francis is one of the most well-known public figures globally, and his Catholic leadership is admired by many, regardless of religious affiliation. The life path that Jorge Mario Bergoglio (Pope Francis’ birth name) has followed to become pope is quite inspiring and even a bit miraculous! He is the first Pope elected from the...
The curtain opens on many characters in the Bible with God anointing them with a specific mission although there is hardly any mention of why they were chosen in the first place. Why did he select Abraham or David or Gideon or several others? Sometimes the inference about God’s choice can be drawn after reading...
As good Friday stares at us, no doubt, Easter is here. It is an exciting holy moment for Christians around the world as they celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It comes after a long period of lent, which means the 40 days of fasting emulating the son of God is over. Now it’s time...
“We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God” (2 Cor 5:20)
It’s fairly common to hear people describing what they’re “giving up for Lent” each year, but many of the details about Lent itself are less-discussed and/or less-known by the general public. If you haven’t grown up with a religious background that observes Lent (or really, even if you have!), there are understandable questions you may...
In today’s society, it can sometimes seem impossible for young people to live the teachings of Jesus Christ. Mixed messages are everywhere, telling young people the best way to find success, love, and happiness. But to be a follower of Christ is to live by an example that is different than that of our consumer...
All Saints’ Day is also called Feast of All Saints, Hallowmas, or All Hallows’ Day in the Christian Church. It is a day that commemorates both known and unknown saints who have acquired heaven. The Eastern Churches celebrate the day on the first Sunday after Pentecost. On the other hand, the Western Church observes the...
