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Derek RishmawyCultureChurch

How to Disagree Well

Sharp disputes in the life of any church won't be solved by emoting or catastrophizing, but only by making arguments and maintaining strong trust.

Cameron ShafferChurch

New Calvinism in an Age of Enchantment and AI

The theological need of today is a thicker sacramental theology. The New Calvinism would do well to retrieve the old Calvinist view of the sacraments.

Eric TonjesChurch

Why Denominations Are Good, Actually

Healthy denominations provide clarity and accountability as well as encouraging ecclesial unity amongst God's people.

Geoff ZieglerChurch

Ecclesial Harmony and the Appeal of the Gospel

A deep and affectionate unity built around common trust and common purpose can both anchor a church and offer others a powerful picture of the Gospel.

Philip RyanChurch

Doctrine, Honesty, Collaboration: A Vision for the PCA's Future

A healthy future for the Presbyterian Church in America will require unity in doctrine, honesty across the communion, and a spirit of collaboration.

Matt MillerChurchFormation

Against Vision Statements

Though well-intended, the ubiquity of church 'vision statements' suggests our ideas of church life may be too shaped by capitalism.

Joey SherrardChurchFormation

The Rule of St Augustine: Wisdom for our Augustinian Moment

The neglected Rule of St Augustine may find a new audience with the ascent of Pope Leo XIV. That would be to the benefit of all Christians, Roman or not.

Daniel K. WilliamsTheologyChurch

The Greatly Exaggerated Death of Protestantism

The supposed end of confessional Protestantism looks less like the end and more like the norm if you simply expand your historical frames of reference.

Jake MeadorChurch

Character, Competence, and the Life of the Presbyterian Church in America

The Bryan Chappell situation is a scandal in itself, but is also indicative of deeper problems that have long plagued the Presbyterian Church in America.

Dave StrunkChurch

Defining How Pastors, Elders, and Church Staff Work Together

The relationship between pastors, elders, and church staff can often be messier than one might expect.

Randall FowlerChurchGlobal

America and Christians in the Middle East: A Response

There are more complex reasons for the inadequate response amongst some American Christians to the ongoing suffering of the church in the Middle East.

Patrick MillerCultureChurch

Preaching the Gospel to People Sick of Irony

The rejection of postmodern cynicism and irony and a desire for wholesomeness and sincerity will create new evangelistic opportunities for Christians.