7 Ways for Churches to Address Culture of Violence

In a previous column, I suggested that an assumed culture of violence prevails among many of those who are most vocal in defense of gun ownership. They are not alone, however. Even many non-gun owners live in fear, mistrust and suspicion. Therefore, I urged that...

Faith Community Builds Social Capital

Given the number of Americans who identity with no religion, the aggressive anti-Christian agenda of some atheists, and those who water down the practice of traditional Christianity, practicing Christians would do well to remember and recite how the faith community...

Technology Is Risky but Helpful, Pastors Say

One of the challenges facing the church today is the culture of technology, according to Baptist World Alliance (BWA) General Secretary Neville Callam. Callam spoke May 22 at a reception he hosted for pastors at the international offices of the BWA in Falls Church,...