Springfield, Missouri
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GwenExpanded Springfield, Missouri, homeless shelter opens 12 new family units
The Kitchen, a resource for people experiencing homelessness in Springfield, Missouri, is getting an expansion. The organization was previously based out of the Missouri Hotel on Commercial Street....
Unitarian Universalist Church Faces Hostility and Threats for Social Activism
Unitarian Universalist congregations have often faced hostility and violence due to their open-mindedness and social activism. In Springfield, Missouri, the First Unitarian Universalist Church flies a rainbow flag...
Advocates Request Springfield City Change Homeless Camp Policy (Springfield, Missouri)
Christie Love, pastor at The Connecting Grounds, leads an outreach team that provides essential supplies to the homeless during cold weather in Springfield. Every night the temperature drops...
Brentwood Christian Church in Springfield, Missouri Opens Warming Shelter for Homeless and Their Pets
During a stretch of severe and dangerous cold weather, the Brentwood Christian Church in Springfield, Missouri, opened its doors to unsheltered residents and their pets. The church’s warming...
New Lutheran high school opens in Missouri with chapel service and community support
On the first day of school on Aug. 13, Springfield Lutheran High School (SLHS) in Springfield, Mo., opened its doors with a chapel service, followed by a celebratory...
Megachurch Pastor Apologizes for Inviting Mark Driscoll and Sword-Swallower to Conference
John Lindell, lead pastor of James River Church in Springfield, Missouri, has issued an apology for inviting Mark Driscoll and sword-swallower Alex Magala to the Stronger Men’s Conference....
James River Church Offers Both Monster Truck Rally and “Holy Spirit Barbie Party” for Men and Women Conferences
The James River Church, a megachurch based in Springfield, Missouri, has drawn attention for its distinct approach to worship and outreach, offering events tailored to men and women....
Springfield United Methodist Church Wins Lawsuit Against GFL Environmental Over Billing Dispute (Springfield, Missouri)
Grace United Methodist Church in Springfield filed a lawsuit against GFL Environmental, a major waste management company, alleging overcharging and breach of contract. The church, located at 600...
Southern Baptist Convention’s Debate on Women in Leadership Sparks Reflection in Springfield Churches (Springfield, Missouri)
The Southern Baptist Convention’s ongoing debate over the roles of women in ministry and leadership has sparked renewed discussion across the country. For many, these conversations feel distant...
