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A ‘muy buena’ church plant

A ‘muy buena’ church plant (reporting from Arlington, Texas): In the Dallas area, a Spanish-speaking congregation experiences growth and offers potential lessons for reaching the burgeoning Hispanic population. ARLINGTON, Texas — In the heart of Dallas-Fort Worth, a growing Hispanic congregation celebrated two more baptisms on a recent Sunday. Members sang the Spanish version of “This is the Day” as the Arlington Iglesia de Cristo (Church … Continue reading A ‘muy buena’ church plant

Unknown's avatarBobby Ross Jr.
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Churches of Christ in decline: U.S. culture to blame?

Changing society poses a challenge for Christians. First Place, Theme Issue, Section or Series, Associated Church Press By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle TULSA, Okla. — In 21st century America, who might attract Jesus’ attention? Muslims? Drug addicts? Religious “nones.” The recent Tulsa Workshop — the free annual gathering started in 1976 and known for many years as the “International Soul Winning Workshop” — explored outreach … Continue reading Churches of Christ in decline: U.S. culture to blame?

Unknown's avatarBobby Ross Jr.
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Forgiving a racist chant

Forgiving a racist chant (reporting from Oklahoma City): Amid national outrage over a video referencing the N-word and lynchings, a Christian senator seeks to bring healing.  OKLAHOMA CITY — State Sen. Anastasia Pittman chose forgiveness over bitterness. Pittman — the only African-American female among Oklahoma’s 149 legislators — made national headlines when she stood beside an expelled University of Oklahoma fraternity member at a March 25 … Continue reading Forgiving a racist chant

Unknown's avatarBobby Ross Jr.
Christian Chronicle

A heart for Hawaii

A heart for Hawaii (reporting from Honolulu): Pearl Harbor church has served military families for 59 years, but future at risk. HONOLULU — “Aloha!” Mark Young stretches out each syllable of the traditional Hawaiian greeting as 150-plus church members and visitors fill the blue-gray wooden pews in a simple, A-frame auditorium. “Welcome to the Pearl Harbor Church of Christ, where we keep a little bit … Continue reading A heart for Hawaii

Unknown's avatarBobby Ross Jr.
Christian Chronicle

Lester Holt a humble newsman with a serious faith

Lester Holt a humble newsman with a serious faith: NBC anchor finds journalism ‘faith-affirming.’ A few years ago, a group of communications students from Harding University in Searcy, Ark., visited NBC’s “Today” show studios in New York. A familiar face greeted them. “Lester Holt was so kind to take a few minutes and visit with each of our students about their goals and plans,” said … Continue reading Lester Holt a humble newsman with a serious faith

Unknown's avatarBobby Ross Jr.
Christian Chronicle

A search for preachers — reality TV style

A search for preachers — reality TV style (reporting from Malibu, Calif.): A video quest puts a modern twist on efforts to inspire a new generation of ministers.  MALIBU, Calif. — “American Idol” for ministers? “Survivor” with an emphasis on the Holy Spirit? Welcome to the “Next Gen Preacher Search,” developed by Pepperdine University’s Youth Leadership Initiative. The national contest invited students interested in preaching and … Continue reading A search for preachers — reality TV style

Unknown's avatarBobby Ross Jr.