by Ray Furr | May 13, 2002 | Opinion
In an age of sound bytes, DVDs and laser shows, churches are rediscovering the ancient art of drama as a new, exciting element of worship. “There is a strong movement towards drama among evangelical and Black churches. The use of Christian drama in churches is...
by Ray Furr | May 9, 2002 | Opinion
Most U.S. churches require backgrounds checks on clergy, but few screen volunteers. Seventy-two percent of churches require written applications from prospective staffers, and 26 percent of churches screen volunteers, according to a trend-tracking survey conducted by...
by Ray Furr | May 7, 2002 | Opinion
There’s no shortage of students entering seminaries, but denominational leaders are scratching their heads and asking why there’s a growing shortage of pastors. In 2000, the total enrollment in 225 seminaries accredited by the Association of Theological...
by Ray Furr | Apr 12, 2002 | News
Seminaries may be the first line of defense in protecting church members from sexual abuse by clergy, but in congregationally governed parishes the ultimate responsibility is with the local church, according to screening experts. The Roman Catholic Church has paid...
by Ray Furr | Apr 9, 2002 | Opinion
With so many changes in the tax law last year, some ministers might want to employ the services of a CPA or other tax expert for filing their 2001 federal income tax returns. The passage of the Economic Growth and Tax Relief Reconciliation Act in 2001 featured a $1.35...
