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Four truths to combat loneliness at church

  • Tara Sing
  • 16 January 2017

We've all felt it: that sad feeling that everyone is in a conversation but me, everyone was invited but me, everyone has someone sitting next to them except me...

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What are you doing Wednesday night?

  • Ian Carmichael
  • 12 January 2017

When it comes to small/growth group ministry in churches, not only is there a surprising shortage of aim-taking, but also a fundamental lack of clarity about what that aim actually is.

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When doubting leads to faith

  • Hannah Ploegstra
  • 9 January 2017

Sometimes the process of bringing truth and reality together in our minds feels an awful lot like doubt. In fact it is a form of doubt—the kind of doubt that serves our faith.

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Preparing for death

  • Jean Williams
  • 5 January 2017

Death is something we will all come to. It’s scary and overwhelming, and it would be good for us to know how to prepare for it.

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Three practical ways to celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Reformation

  • Mark Gilbert
  • 2 January 2017

We have many reasons to celebrate the wisdom and the sacrifices of the Reformers and those who followed. But what is the best way to celebrate? To give gifts of course!

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We need to talk about church scheduling

  • Rory Shiner
  • 29 December 2016

Sometimes, although we mean to help, we cause harm. Have you thought through how the timing of your church's programs affect people?

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My lightbulb moment

  • Penny Morrison
  • 26 December 2016

One woman's experience of the Swedish Bible Study Method.

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Q&A on pastoral leadership

  • Timothy Raymond
  • 22 December 2016

Some wisdom and reflections from an experienced pastor.

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Tips for Christmas service leaders

  • Sandy Grant
  • 20 December 2016

Are you leading a service this Christmas, or know someone who is? These eight tips will help you do a great job.

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Putting Christmas back in Christ

  • Hannah Ploegstra
  • 19 December 2016

Christmas is something that can be enjoyed to the glory of God—or not, if we aren’t careful.

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