International
For Cuba, a time of stress — and salvation
MATANZAS, Cuba — Church members in this port city overlooking the Bay of Matanzas sang “Glory, Glory Hallelujah” on a recent Sunday as they celebrated the…
December 2023
View as PDFFor Cuba, a time of stress — and salvation • Michigan church gives itself away — every week • Christian apologist and prominent atheist debate God’s existence • The Lord ‘led us to Darwin’ • COVID-19 left her blind. Then it took her father. But this young mom refuses to ‘give up on God’ • Lipscomb says, ‘Hello, Dolly!’ • Heartbeat’s Landon Saunders put ‘Jesus in the center of everything’ • The faithful ‘Forged in Fire’ • Editorial: In 2024, we won’t be silent
In this issue:
National
Michigan church gives itself away — every week
BRIGHTON, Mich. — A church gathers here every Tuesday afternoon. Its members — wrapped in hoodies, jackets and faded Michigan Wolverines gear — huddle in…
National
The Lord ‘led us to Darwin’
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Celebrity sightings here in Music City are regular occurrences, from Dolly Parton to Justin Timberlake to, of course, Taylor Swift. But no…
National
Christian apologist and prominent atheist debate God’s existence
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — There was no interrupting, no yelling, no hurled insults, no pounding the podium in this debate, despite its divisive and eternally consequential…
Obituaries
Heartbeat’s Landon Saunders put ‘Jesus in the center of everything’
Landon Brady Saunders, evangelist and broadcaster whose authenticity and joy inspired generations, died Nov. 14, 2023, at his home in Norwich, Vt. He was 86.…
Inside Story
Keeping the faith: Texas Rangers win the World Series
ARLINGTON, Texas — I lived to see it. The Texas Rangers just won the World Series. Forty-one years after I first walked into the old…
Features
The faithful ‘Forged in Fire’
‘I’m alive and well. I’m thankful for it.” That’s how Jason Bivens answers the question, “How are you?” The deacon of the Church of Christ…
People
‘One more waffle, and I get to go home’
‘Is there such a thing as a waffle hangover?” Philip Jenkins should know. The Tennessee youth minister promised his 200-member youth group that if its…
National
A Heritage for generations to come
FRANKLIN, Tenn. — In its next two decades, the Heritage Church of Christ should strive to be “a living translation of the life of Jesus…
National
COVID-19 left her blind. Then it took her father. But this young mom refuses to ‘give up on God’
LANCASTER, Texas — “Amazing Grace” welcomed tiny Samuel Souder to his first church service. Through the nursery glass echoed the sweet sound of the Cold…
International
Around the World: A prisoner turned missionary, relief efforts in Israel and Ukraine, and more quick takes
Around the World is our monthly rundown of news briefs, links and quotes from Churches of Christ all over the globe. Got an idea for…
Dialogue
‘Healing from my brother’s murder’
Are memorials the best we can do in the face of injustice? When do laws need to change? These questions and more are what Allisa…
Partners
Lipscomb says, ‘Hello, Dolly!’
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Everything at the ribbon-cutting for Dolly Parton’s new exhibit was high fashion — including the ribbon. The country music legend grasped a…
Partners
Faulkner Bible Lectureship showcases young speakers
During the Faulkner University Bible Lectureship in late October, the College of Biblical Studies hosted an invitational speech tournament featuring youths from the national Lads…
International
Religion News Association honors Erik Tryggestad for his coverage of the war in Ukraine
NEW YORK — Winners of the 2023 Excellence in Religion Reporting Awards, presented by the Religion News Association, include journalists for the New York Times, National…
Editorial
Editorial: In 2024, we won’t be silent
‘Weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.” We offer those words, penned by David in Psalm 30, as encouragement at…
Reviews
How to be excellent: Guidance for young ministers
‘The God we serve is a God of excellence” and so “the minister of God … should always be for excellence,” argues O.J. Shabazz in…
Insight
Anniversary brings to mind my Heritage of faith
FRANKLIN, Tenn. — Dad got a little choked up during the Lord’s Supper. I think it had more to do with allergies than emotions. He…