
First person: 30 years later — remembering Hudson Baggett and seeking to boost his intern fund
These internships have provided hands-on experience, mentorship and spiritual guidance to help young journalists grow professionally and in their faith for these past three decades.

First person: How can churches combat the epidemic of loneliness?
In 2018, Tracey Crouch was named the United Kingdom’s first Minister for Loneliness. The appointment got its share of jokes, but mental health experts pointed out that loneliness is a serious issue in many countries, including the U.S.

First person: Ukrainian believers’ persistence inspiring, puts life in perspective
“War is an opportunity to transform a nation,” Slavik Pyzh said. “We are praying God will give us peace, give us victory, but more than anything else [a transformed nation]. … I need to ask you to adjust your prayers [for that as well].”

First person: I choose faith; I choose hope; I choose love
“What do you choose? I choose faith, hope and love. I also choose joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness and faithfulness,” writes Jennifer Rash.

First person: Our school teachers need us, and even the smallest effort helps
The Schools That Lead team of educational professionals describes the burnout situation among teachers at “crisis” level, which threatens school cultures and student outcomes, writes Jennifer Rash.

First person: Taking others at their word, choosing candor removes loads of stress
When others know we are being real with them while also meeting them where they are emotionally, mentally and physically at the moment, it removes loads of stress for all involved.

First person: You can change the world today
By Karen Moore Author, “Prayers from the Heart” A former Canadian politician, Jack Layton, said, “My friends, love is better

Rashional Thoughts: When is too much of a good thing truly too much?
Have we had too much of a good thing in our use of technology? Studies suggest we have, so how do we redirect and regulate our use of modern technologies?