Best Practices from Evangelistically Effective Churches
While thousands of Americans are dechurching, some churches are baptizing many new members. Here’s how the country’s most evangelistically effective churches are sharing the gospel.
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Zimbabwe added as 2nd General Conference site
For the first time, organizers plan for The United Methodist Church’s top lawmaking assembly to take place across two locations, and in another historic move, one of those locations will be on the African continent.
Trump Oval Office Prayer Sparks Controversy Among Catholic Bishops
Twelve Catholic bishops gathered around President Donald Trump in the Oval Office and prayed for him. Now two of them are apologizing. According to Fox News, Milwaukee Archbishop Jeffrey Grob issued what he called “A Public Apology” after video and photographs of the Oct. 22 pray
Evangelist Reveals What Happened When He Shared Jesus With AOC
In a deeply divided America, one evangelist says Christians cannot allow politics to determine who is—and who is not—worthy of hearing the gospel. Evangelist Frank Shelton recently told CBN News about an unexpected encounter with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in the halls of the
Dallas Megachurch Votes to Leave United Methodist Church Amid Legal Dispute
One of the United Methodist Church’s largest congregations has voted overwhelmingly to leave the denomination, escalating a dispute over church governance and property, according to The Dallas Morning News. Highland Park United Methodist Church in Dallas announced Monday that 90.
Top court postpones ruling over Hispanic church closure
The United Methodist Judicial Council will continue deliberations on Nov. 16 concerning a decision of law by Bishop Dottie Escobedo-Frank regarding the closure of La Trinidad United Methodist Church in California.
Noah’s Ark Search Takes Stunning Turn After Researchers Recover Wood From Durupinar Site
The search for evidence of Noah’s Ark may have just entered one of its most significant phases yet. Researchers investigating the mysterious Durupınar Formation in eastern Turkey say multiple pieces of wood recovered from the site have now been sent to a laboratory for carbon-14
What’s Behind UFO Disclosure? Paul Bock Warns of a Religion Taking Shape
A military officer’s claim that he saw an egg-shaped craft and small bodies inside a guarded Roswell hangar has resurfaced in newly released Pentagon UFO files, according to the Daily Mail. The account brings one of America’s most enduring UFO mysteries into a disclosure movement
How Mental Illness Became an Identity
Only twice have I met my cousin Jason, who lives in Florida. This isn’t only because I grew up a time zone away: Jason is profoundly autistic, with little ability to communicate. He’s lived most of his life in a group home with the specialized care he needs—which is a lot, even o
We Need to Know Our Reformed Roots
This volume is an invitation to rediscover that heritage and to find fresh encouragement in the faithfulness of God, who has sustained his church through the centuries.
Highland Park votes to leave United Methodist Church
After two days of voting, members of the Dallas congregation overwhelmingly approved a resolution severing ties with The United Methodist Church. More than 90% voted in favor of the move, according to the church.
‘Jesus Is Lord’ Sign Raises Questions After Christian Man Killed in Shocking Home Invasion
An 81-year-old Mississippi man who openly shared his Christian faith was shot and killed during a home invasion. According to Fox News Digital, Bobby McGill was asleep alongside his wife, Peggy, when Eric Basco allegedly broke into their home around 4 a.m. on Oct. 15. Union Count
Pastor Arrested for Praying and Protesting Outside Chinese Embassy in DC
An American pastor has been arrested and charged with a crime for praying and peacefully demonstrating on a sidewalk in front of the Chinese embassy in our nation’s capital. His case is now advancing in the courts after a recent arraignment. The American Center for Law and Justic
Dozens Killed in Attacks Targeting Christians in Ethiopia
Armed attacks on Christian communities in Ethiopia have left families mourning their loved ones and residents fleeing their homes, with the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church reporting more than 60 people killed, according to the BBC. The violence struck Shirka district in Oromia
3 Gunmen Captured After Deadly Attack on Christian Church
The manhunt for three gunmen accused of turning a Christian funeral into a scene of bloodshed is over. Jordanian security forces have captured all three suspects believed responsible for the deadly attack on a Greek Orthodox church in the Karak governorate, according to CBS News.
Gathering offers 16 ideas for church future
After long hours of small-group discussion, Leadership Gathering participants revealed their recommendations for The United Methodist Church yet to be.
In Heated Red State Races, Republicans Appeal to Evangelical Voters
Texas megachurch pastor Jack Graham urged parishioners at an October 11 service not to vote by party, though he did so right next to Governor Greg Abbott. Abbott, a Republican, had just delivered a stump speech at Prestonwood Baptist Church about limiting transgender youth from p
On My Shelf: Life and Books with L. Michael Morales
L. Michael Morales talks about what’s on his bedside table, favorite fiction, favorite rereads, and more.
Simon Says: Inconspicuous Evidence of Eyewitnesses in Mark
Several features indicate that the eyewitness accounts of Simon stand behind Mark’s Gospel.
Our hope for years to come: Archbishop Mbanda reports on the installation of the new primate of Rwanda
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Greetings from the land of a thousand hills and the land of a thousand smiles! The Global Anglican Council gathered in Kigali, Rwanda, for meetings on 22–23 October 2026, followed by a concluding meeting on Sunday 25 October. This was an impor
Jerusalem Anglican Bishop decries terrorist attack on Karak church
Amman, Oct. 25 (Petra) – The Bishop Coadjutor of the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem, Bishop Hosam Naoum, has condemned the terrorist attack that targeted the Greek Orthodox Church of Saint George in Hamoud town in Karak Governorate. In a statement Sunday, Bishop Naoum stated the
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All communityTaliban Rule Hasn’t Silenced the Gospel as Afghan Christian TV Channel Launches
The Taliban have banned Christian materials and driven Christian ministry underground. Now, a new satellite television channel is carrying the message of Jesus Christ into Afghan homes. Mozhda TV began broadcasting Oct. 24, launching what its founders describe as the first dedica
Theology of Vocational Well-Being in Team Ministry
When a team is working effectively, its combined efforts far outstrip the efforts of the pastor alone.
Kansas Senate Candidate’s Megachurch Tells Kids Ministry Staff to Stop Saying ‘Boys and Girls’
The largest United Methodist congregation in America is telling children’s ministry workers to ditch terms like “boys” and “girls” in favor of gender-neutral alternatives, and one source of inspiration listed on the guidance comes from a transgender LGBTQ activist. A message obta
Bishop of Central Florida answers “Jesus transitioned” sermon with a defense of Christ’s bodily humanity
The Rt. Rev. Justin Holcomb has issued a theological pastoral letter rejecting the claim, preached at New York’s Cathedral of St. John the Divine, that Jesus “transitioned” at the resurrection. The Bishop of Central Florida calls the idea an old error under a new name. In a 13-pa
Ministry Lessons from the Puritans with Joel Beeke
Joel Beeke joins Matt Smethurst and Ligon Duncan to explore what the Puritans can teach today’s pastors about prayer, preaching, personal holiness, shepherding souls, handling criticism, and persevering in ministry.
What My Grandparents Taught Me About Pastoral Ministry
You’re being prepared for the work the Lord has for you in ways you may not understand until you’re standing in a hospice living room.
Gospel Hope for Gen-Z Ministry
Many of us have seen the statistics that Gen Z is the least explicitly Christian or religious generation on record.
7 Keys for Thriving in Lifelong Ministry
Learn long-term planning from Joseph, artful delegation from Jethro, lifelong consistency from Daniel, and aged wisdom from John.
Vatican calls for renewed evangelization with the publication of Venite ad me as inherited Christianity falters
The Vatican’s doctrinal office has called for a reordering of pastoral ministry around the proclamation of Jesus Christ, warning that churches can no longer assume baptism, childhood instruction and family tradition will produce believing adults. Published on 22 October, Venite a
Longtime Assembly of God Pastor Killed in Crash After Lifetime of Serving Jesus
A beloved Assembly of God pastor who spent decades preaching the gospel and serving the church has died in a tragic New York crash. Yet the congregation he shepherded for 33 years says death did not have the final word. Rev. Frederick W. Francisco, 87, died Oct. 19 following a tw
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If the Church Did Its Job, Would the Parachurch Exist?
Do pregnancy centers, food pantries, or campus ministries exist because the church is failing to do her work?
88-Year-Old Pastor Dies After Plane Crashes Into Vehicle
A beloved Indiana pastor who spent more than four decades serving his church and community has died following a shocking accident involving a plane and the vehicle in which he was riding. But for those who knew 88-year-old Pastor Leon Hatchett, the tragedy of his death is only pa
How Can I Find the Motivation to Use My Time Better at Work?
Let’s start by counting the cost.
1,200 ‘Poll Chaplains’ to Deploy Across America for Midterm Elections
Election Day is about to look a little different in some parts of America. More than 1,200 clergy members and volunteers are preparing to station themselves outside polling places across nine states. These volunteers are expected to serve as “poll chaplains” and “peacekeepers.” A
Haunted ministry welcomes ‘Restless Souls’
Restless Souls Haunted House is serving up scares with a purpose: See how a collaborative effort by four New York United Methodist churches turns Halloween thrills into a ministry that brings the community together.
Catholic Cardinal Delivers the 377th Lion Sermon to City Anglican Community
Cardinal George Jacob Koovakad, Prefect of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue, preached the 377th Lion Sermon at the Guild Church of St Katharine Cree in the City of London last week. The annual sermon commemorates Lord Mayor of London, Sir John Gayer, who prayed
Statement by the Archbishop of Wales, The Most Revd. Cherry Vann, on the 60th anniversary of the Aberfan Disaster
Sixty years ago today, the small Welsh village of Aberfan became the scene of the most unimaginable tragedy. Today, as we commemorate that heartbreaking day, our thoughts and prayers are with the people of a community which has shown, in face of unbearable suffering, the most ins
Archdiocese of Denver Statement on Fr. Ripperger
October 19, 2026 Archdiocese of Denver Statement on Fr. Ripperger Archbishop Golka recently met with Fr. Chad Ripperger to discuss his ministry and his community, the Society of the Most Sorrowful Mother. During that conversation, the Archbishop asked Fr. Ripperger to consider a
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Where to Draw—and Not Draw—the Line in Politics
The Syllabus is a column that features student opinions on timely national and international topics. We aim to highlight how evangelical students in the US are thinking about important issues and how the Christian faith informs their worldview. Students should use this link to su
School District Lifts Restrictions on Christian Student Groups
An Illinois school district has agreed to lift restrictions on Christian student groups called Good News Clubs. The Moline-Coal Valley School District will also pay more than $100,000 in legal fees. The school district previously denied the Christian student groups equal access t
Rome has identified the problem. Has it stated the Gospel clearly enough?
The Vatican’s new document on transmitting the Christian faith begins with an admission that should unsettle more than Roman Catholics: putting children through the machinery of church life does not guarantee that believing Christians will emerge at the other end. Venite ad me, p
Korean Churches Are Breaking from Traditions to Bring Back Youth
On a narrow street in Seoul’s Yeongdeungpo District sits a glass-fronted building that looks like an ordinary café. A neon-lit staircase descends to a dim performance space where lyrics flash across a large screen as driving music fills the room. Young ministers and attendees mov
John Anderson Dies at 71, Leaving a Legacy of Country Music, Family and Faith
John Anderson, the Country Music Hall of Fame singer whose unmistakable voice brought audiences “Swingin’,” “Straight Tequila Night,” and “Seminole Wind,” died Oct. 21. He was 71. Anderson died peacefully in his sleep, according to his representatives at Absolute Publicity. The c
Anglican primate offers prayers for Indi MP Helen Haines following assassination attempt
‘IF WE HATE, HATRED WILL DEVOUR US’ The leader of the Anglican Church of Australia has urged Australians to guard their hearts against hatred, as the country mourns an attack on Indi MP Helen Haines. Bishop Mark Short, Primate of the Anglican Church of Australia, offered prayers
Kinship With the Dead Doesn’t Have to Be Spooky
Last month I took my kids to visit a small family cemetery where my father and brother are buried. My 4-year-old, full of questions, had never seen a tombstone before. Her total ignorance reminded me that we live in a world where death exists mostly as an abstraction: We may ackn
The Story Bible That Taught Me How to Teach Kids
Vos consistently makes the gospel clear in language kids can understand. All who teach children should emulate her boldness and clarity.
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Church supports families affected by war in Congo
United Methodist Committee on Relief distributes monthly food kits to 300 vulnerable families and a church orphanage in Goma.
Affirming Human Dignity Across the Board
During the introductory session for CT’s recent Big Tent Convening in Oakland, the And Campaign’s Chris Butler, World Relief’s Liliana Reza, and CT editor Haleluya Hadero sat down to discuss the church, politics, and immigration. In this video, the three delve into President Dona
A Note on the Elisabeth Elliot Article
I’ve always admired Elisabeth and Jim Elliot. Both are true heroes of the faith: Jim, a martyr, and Elisabeth, a woman of undaunted courage. After Jim’s death, Elisabeth took the baton, went to the Waorani, and successfully shared the gospel with the very people who had killed he
Rediscovering the works of John Wesley, in Spanish
This year marks the 25th anniversary of a special consultation focused on the Spanish translation of John Wesley’s works. Scholars are celebrating that milestone by publishing an upcoming volume of selected writings.
Computer training empowers South Sudanese refugees
A United Methodist project provides 50 young people in Ugandan refugee settlements with hands-on digital literacy training.
United Methodists, Korean church renew ties
Building on 141 years of shared missionary heritage, leaders of The United Methodist Church and the Korean Methodist Church signed a new covenant committing their mission agencies to regular dialogue and deeper cooperation.
