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Why Homosexuality Is Not Like Other Sins

Homosexuality is not the only sin prohibited in the Bible, but it is different from all the rest, at least right now. And we have really good news for homosexuals.

Go Big or Go Home: How "Big" Has Invaded the Church

Is our obsession with big churches rooted in mission our just our desire for “big”?

No, Christianity Doesn’t Need To Endorse Homosexuality To Grow

Rev. Oliver Thomas is simply one in a long line of terribly misguided clergy who believe the best thing for the church is to stop being Christian.

Revitalizing Church—Steps to an Outward Focus

Churches must understand—and move toward—an outward focus

8 Concerns That Church Members Seldom Tell Pastors

There are some concerns that are harder to bring up than others. Things like: We're concerned about your marriage.

ID Card Benefits for Religious Organizations

Find out how religious organizations and church groups are using ID card technology to help identify church members and keep them more secure.

What TechSoup Offers Religious Organizations

This article provides an overview of the TechSoup product donations and learning resources that can help your religious nonprofit get the most out of its technology.

10 Tips for Creating Inclusive Religious Organizations

We are a stronger country when religious organizations of all faiths live up to our values -- when we are welcoming, diverse, moral, and respect one anot...

Video series, coming seminars show how focus on generosity can invigorate congregations

Say “thank you” early and often, and not just once a year.Talk about faith and generosity in worship. Make it “as central as the spiritual practices of

Whose problem is clergy burnout?

Training in healthy ministry for pastors—and congregations

Is God Male? Why Some Clergy Are Changing Their Language

More women than men respond yes to the question "Is God male?" But some clergy are revising the way they refer to God, who traditionally has been portrayed as both male, female and genderless.

Asking the Clergy: How do you care for yourself?

Lay people can usually take a break from routine by exchanging work gear for beachwear and a fancy cocktail on a vacation from responsibilities. But what of clergy, for whom leaving the grid may be mo

Many questions remain in clergy abuse

How can these men of God believe they're doing God's will?

12 Things Clergy Spouses Want You to Know

It's Not Just Fleabag: Why Romance Novels Are Getting Hot For Clergy

There are more romances than ever that unpack religion generally, but so far, only Judeo-Christian novels will go as far as seducing religious leaders.

CLERGY VIEW: What if everyone took the time to affirm, rather than criticize?

A grade school teacher taught a class of third-graders. They were bright and energetic youngsters and she enjoyed teaching them. One little boy seemed infatuated with this teacher. He would

Is he my pastor or my husband? Spiritual care in the clergy marriage

What unique challenges and gifts in spiritual care come with the clergy marriage?

Clergy Wellness: Six Things I Learned From Being Lousy At Prayer

By Meredith Dodd I have no idea how to pray. I’m not alone. Scripture reminds us that when it comes to prayer, none of us really knows what we’re doing. “The Spirit helps us in our weakness,” Paul…

On Religion: The year when clergy stress zoomed to a new high

When training pastors and chaplains, educators frequently stress the need for boundaries between work and home. Clergy need — somehow — to find “personal” time, along with f…

CLERGY VIEW: Knowing our history can help us all move forward together

Being a senior in her seventieth decade going on her eightieth, I can't help but look back on what is happening to our nation.