nondenominational churches
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GwenSouthern Baptist Leaders Move to Nondenominational Churches Amid Convention Decline
Russell Moore’s departure from the Southern Baptist Convention marks a significant shift in American Christianity. Moore, a lifelong Southern Baptist and former national spokesman for the denomination, has...
Churchgoers Say They Tithe But Not Always to the Church
Most churchgoers say the Bible commands them to give, but their tithes don’t always go in the offering plate. A recent LifeWay Research study found that half of...
Saddleback Church and Exponential Consortium Reflect on 70-Year Church Growth Movement’s Impact
The Sadleback Church of the United States has engaged in a recent reflection on the “Church’s Growth Movement,” prompted by a review conducted by Reverend Todd Wilson. This...
D-FW churches face multiple abuse allegations as 11 pastors resign or are removed since June 2024
Hope Fellowship in Frisco faced a significant challenge when a former student pastor disclosed inappropriate contact with a minor at a previous church. Lead pastor John McKinzie expressed...
Historic Religious Changes Spark Mixed Emotions Among Iowa City Religious Individuals
Katie Imborek sat on the patio outside Deluxe Cakes and Pastries in Iowa City, her hands wrapped around a steaming teacup. A rainbow flag hung in the bakery’s...
More Megachurches Launch Colleges Focused on Job Training and Church Culture
Birmingham-Southern College, a Methodist institution in Alabama, closed its doors in May 2024 after 168 years of operation. The college, which produced notable alumni including members of Congress...
Lancaster County’s nondenominational churches embrace Anabaptist traditions while adapting to modern conveniences like air conditioning and diverse musical styles.
Clearview Mennonite Church in Rapho Township maintains a traditional worship style, reflecting its Anabaptist heritage. Congregants dress in muted pastel attire for women and formal, conservative clothing for...
