by Tony W. Cartledge | Oct 24, 2012 | Opinion
I read a lot of stuff relative to the ancient world that probably would not interest the average bear, but occasionally I run across articles that a broader audience of readers might find intriguing, so I thought I’d pass along a few recent links. Have you ever...
by Bill Wilson | Oct 24, 2012 | Opinion
Previously, I suggested that the starting point for bringing health and effectiveness to a church’s ministerial staff is the critical work of clarifying mission, vision and purpose in the congregation. That clarity then becomes the “north star” for...
by Bob Browning | Oct 23, 2012 | Opinion
Each Wednesday evening after prayer meeting, I walk to the third floor of our facilities to view the answer to many people’s prayers. Our church has a medical clinic there, which makes it possible for anyone without insurance to see a doctor or a dentist and get...
by Sean Binkley | Oct 23, 2012 | Opinion
Every four years, U.S. citizens choose the next president. We undertake an enormous responsibility. We must choose a leader who not only best represents us but who will also make the decisions necessary to work toward our best interest. During these days, the economy,...
by Trevor Barton | Oct 23, 2012 | Opinion
During my first year as a second-grade teacher, I struggled with classroom management. I am a soft-spoken person by nature and habit. I didn’t have the experience to help me set up great rules and procedures for my students. My classroom was noisy and chaotic. I...
by Tony W. Cartledge | Oct 22, 2012 | Opinion
The earth turns 6,016 today, in case you weren’t aware. We know this because of the work of Archbishop James Ussher, a 17th century Irishman who was quite a scholar. While those of us who don’t take everything in the Bible literally and who accept...
