By Laura Stephens-Reed I have heard it many times in congregations experiencing stagnation or decline: If we could just bring in more young families… This is an understandable thought. For churches with nurseries that once burst at the seams or with memories of youth choirs that went on tour in the summers, bringing in more … Continue reading
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Strengthening marriages and families in Belgium and beyond
By Janée Angel Many people ask Hary and I about our marriage. We are that strange existence…an American woman and a Syrian man. We are as different as night and day. I am an introvert and he is an extrovert. I am a thinker. He is a spontaneous do-er. And if those were not enough differences, we don’t even … Continue reading
O beautiful for pilgrim feet: A reflection from the border
CBF Executive Coordinator Suzii Paynter is traveling along the U.S. border this week as part of a delegation of women faith leaders through Faith in Public Life in support of immigrant children and families. Below is a brief update from Paynter with photos from the trip. Follow @cbfinfo and @SuziiSYP on Twitter for additional updates … Continue reading