In his book “No More Secrets,” comedian Dennis Swanberg uses his characteristic humor and years of pastoral experience to address some difficult topics.
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for Oct. 15, written by Jeffery M. Leonard, Ph.D., associate professor of religion at Samford University in Birmingham.
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Oct. 15, written by Robert Olsen, Ph.D., associate professor of Christian studies at the University of Mobile.
Whether your church has one child or 100, growing a fruitful children’s ministry takes effort. But there are steps your church can take now to start the journey toward building an effective children’s program.
Most churches won’t be megachurches, and that’s OK, says pastor and author Sam Rainer. The ultimate goal is healthy, growing churches, and Rainer offered some tips at a recent church revitalization workshop.
Hope Community Church in Birmingham and Faith Church in Midfield are examples of the Birmingham Metro Baptist Association’s efforts to help revitalize and replant churches.
Whether you’re addressing a crisis within your church or community, effective communication is essential to maintain trust and unity. Here are 4 tips that can help.
When church members actively show their pastor appreciation, the bond between the congregation and its shepherd is strengthened, fostering a sense of unity, trust and mutual respect.
