Five Observations on My First (Accidental) Mass

I accidentally attended a Mass in Lisbon, Portugal, and the experience prompted me to consider my own approach to God. [Click title to read more.]

What Working Women Need From Their Churches

Working women need the church. And the church can offer some unique ministries to working women. [Click title to read more.]

The Shadow Church

The Shadow Church is the underlying structure of groups, conflicts, drama, and gossip that stratifies and divides a congregation. [Click title to read more.]

We’re Turning Easter Into Something It Shouldn’t Be

In our efforts to appeal to the world, we're losing the plot on Easter - and divorcing our celebrations from the purpose of this holy day. [Click title to read more.]

Why I Have To Go To Church

I have to go to church. I miss something important when I don't. [Click title to read more.]

We Have To Embrace The Inefficient Work of Ministry

If we abandon ministry for efficiency, we'll lose people along the way. [Click title to read more.]

An Argument for the Small Church

Small churches aren't failures. They offer a lot of benefits that a big church can't. [Click title to read more.]

It’s Okay To Embrace The Traditional

In the church, a hunger for traditional services and "the old ways" is an indication that sometimes innovation isn't always the answer for everyone. [Click title to read more.]