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The June 2012 issue of Church Executive carries a special section

LifeWay Research: Americans split on whether homosexual behavior is sin

By David Roach NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Americans are split on whether homosexual behavior is a sin, and many do not appreciate if a church teaches it is sinful, according to a recent survey conducted by LifeWay Research. The random-sample survey of more than 2,000 Americans asked, “Do you believe homosexual behavior is a sin?” Forty-four [...]

More isn’t always better

Now that Easter has passed and summer is approaching, it’s a great time to do some spring cleaning.

AG opposes President Obama’s stance on same-sex marriage

The Assemblies of God, in reaction to President Barack Obama’s embracing of same-sex marriage, is voicing its dissent and objection. According to Dr. George O. Wood, general superintendent of the Assemblies of God, the Assemblies of God is in complete disagreement with the president’s new position and takes exception to the president’s taking Scripture out [...]

Fun at work, really?

There’s something special in a workplace when employees enjoy their jobs and are passionate about their work. If your employees are not happy, it will show in their work.

Kentucky jury awards parents $2.15 million for youth minister’s deception

A Nelson Circuit Court jury awarded $2.15 million in damages to the estate of a boy who was killed in 2009 when a youth minister at Big Springs Assembly of God church let him drive his vehicle.

Methodist delegates cannot agree that they disagree on sexuality issue

Two items stating Christians have different opinions about homosexuality were not approved by the 2012 General Conference, leaving the original language in the Book of Discipline intact.

10 things to know about leading young adults

What are the younger generation looking for in a church leader? How can you equip them to lead today? Allow me to offer 10 insights.

NC pastor: Telling parents to punch kids was joke

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (AP) — A North Carolina pastor said he was using hyperbole and regrets his choice of words when he told parents during a sermon on marriage to punch any sons who make gestures that might indicate they are gay. Berean Baptist Church pastor Sean Harris preached Sunday about marriage before next week’s vote [...]

Belief in God found in decline

CHICAGO (UPI) – Belief in God is declining gradually worldwide, with faith highest among older people, a report released by the University of Chicago Wednesday found. The report, “Belief About God Across Time and Countries,” found 13 percent of people living in the former East Germany expressed belief in God, while at the high end [...]

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