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Simplicity sharpens focus in faith-filled lives
Simplicity can be complicated. But its spiritual rewards are great.
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Managing conflict constructively
Left to fester, conflict can lead church members to leave, finances to plummet, faith to be forever lost. It doesn’t have to be this way.
More >The spiritual fruits of play
Play isn’t just for kids. It offers spiritual benefits for all ages, advocates say. Imagine Jesus as Jester.
More >Treading online an act of faith
Promise or peril? An online guidebook gives religious congregations insights into navigating Web 2.0 technologies.
More >Role of denominations evolves as independent churches multiply
The Association of Religion Data Archives helps congregations and denominations understand America’s religious marketplace.
More >Nonprofit provides seminary boards with tools for success
In today’s economy, a well-trained and properly focused governing board can mean the difference between a seminary staying afloat – thriving, even – and having a dire fate. Theological schools throughout North America have turned for help on this to In Trust.
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