denomination

‘Denomination matters’ in Black-focused faith-based health programs, scholars say

By Adelle M. Banks — June 28, 2021
(RNS) — ‘Faith-based health initiatives need to appropriately integrate the faith practices and norms of Black church members with denomination in mind,’ Duke scholars say.

New name, broader mission: Oldest church magazine goes after general readership

By John Longhurst — April 26, 2019
(RNS) — A Canadian denominational publication hopes readers will pick up a magazine about spirituality, social justice, the environment and equality — minus the word 'church' on its cover.

Can churches disagree and still stay together?

By Jonathan Merritt — April 8, 2015
When it comes to church, theologian Scot McKnight says, different is good. He argues that it should be comprised of people who are dissimilar ethnically, socioeconomically and, to some degree, doctrinally.

Rowan Williams’ four essentials for being ‘Christian’

By Jonathan Merritt — July 14, 2014
Former head of worldwide Anglican Communion shares what he believes are the four essentials for being a Christian. But he claims to have no agenda for sorting "who's in" and "who's out."

Southern Baptist Convention: Can it thrive in the 21st Century?

By Jonathan Merritt — June 9, 2014
American culture is morphing at light speed on matters such as secularism, sexuality, and spirituality. Can the denomination remain relevant in such a moment?
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