by Delaney Metcalf | Oct 24, 2023 | Feature-, Opinion
A common belief about the church is how unaccepting and unwelcoming we are. Honestly, I cannot blame others for believing this. Currently, many churches are unwelcoming of anyone who goes against what a “Christian” should be. A person will get “disqualified” because...
by Delaney Metcalf | Sep 12, 2023 | Feature-, Opinion
Uncertainty surrounds us daily, straining our mental health. The unknown can be threatening. It is the domain of fear, worry, and anxiety. One of the most uncertain times in America was during the COVID-19 pandemic. There were many unanswered questions about the...
by Delaney Metcalf | May 9, 2023 | Feature-, Opinion
Preachers and pastors, knowingly or unknowingly, sometimes appeal to shame in sermons, convinced if someone feels bad enough, then they might change for the better. In other circumstances, church members might use shame due to someone’s identity or a special “sin”...
by Delaney Metcalf | Mar 10, 2023 | Feature-, Opinion
Inclusion of women in ministry has been on the rise for several decades; however, there are still several denominations and churches that refuse to accept women into leadership positions. Logically, women have the same skillset, experience and education as men, but...
