In various ways I have been thinking about formation of the laity all my life. I have seven children and twenty grandchildren with whose religious formation I am very involved; I teach in a Department of Theology where we have almost 900 majors and minors. We attract them because we
How to Foster a Culture of Evangelism Both established churches and brand-new faith communities face the challenge of creating a culture of evangelism. So how will you commit to cultivating an evangelism culture? Why Falling Religious Attendance Could Be Increasing Deaths of DespairIn America, attendance at religious services is falling
By Brian Dodd People find community in many places—at work, in a book club, in a neighborhood group, or by joining a gym—all fantastic ways to connect and build relationships with others. Our church lobbies play a critical role in building true community by giving people a space to