No time for silence
Mark G. Schroeder “For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb” (Psalm 139:13). David knew. He knew that his life began not when he…
New Kids Connection segment can star your church or school
My School” is a special new segment of the monthly video news magazine Kids Connection. Each month, Kids Connection will visit a school or church to share a story of that organization’s unique ministry efforts in God’s kingdom.…
Light for our path: Does the word Easter refer to Ishtar, the Babylonian fertility goddess?
How do I respond to my husband who maintains that the word Easter refers to Ishtar, the Babylonian fertility goddess? He refuses to go to any church that uses that title. James…
Book nook: Quick to Listen: Understanding Viewpoints that Challenge Your Faith
The very first sentence of the forward perfectly prepares the reader for this book: “This is not an easy book. You, dear reader, should know what you’ve gotten yourself in…
Risen indeed!
The reality of Christ’s resurrection affirms our faith. Michael J. Berg Christianity is the only religion that claims it can be proved false. This sounds odd, but it is exactly what St. Paul meant when he…
New mentoring program helps congregations reach those in need
What do you do when someone comes knocking on your door asking for help? That’s a question the pastors and several members of St. Paul’s, New Ulm, Minn., asked when people would stop at the…
Evangelism lessons from the Savior: Luke 10 : Part 3
What’s happening when we don’t even know it Eric S. Roecker I had no idea. This was what went through my mind as I read his letter. The impact of ministry…
Novotny takes over for Jeske at Time of Grace
“Pastor Jeske leaves a legacy of teaching the Bible in a way that is accessible, interesting, and grace-centered,” says Mike Novotny, pastor at The CORE, Appleton, Wis. “The most frequent…
Confessions of faith: Ramirez
An immigrant discovers a church where he feels at home. Rachel Hartman In April 2008, Walter Ramirez stepped foot onto U.S. soil. Originally from El Salvador, he spent his first months…