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Living into the kingdom of God by believing in its abundance

We can live out our beliefs as the early church did by stewarding resources to meet the needs of all, writes a director of programs and grants for Leadership Education at Duke Divinity.

By Mycal X. Brickhouse Director of programs and grants, Leadership Education at Duke Divinity

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Here's how churches can play a crucial role in the anti-racist formation of children and youth

Three explicit shifts can help shape programs that counter public efforts to limit teaching about racism and injustice.

By Henry Zonio Sociologist

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What happens when an ‘Old First Church’ needs to change?

Eight years ago, First United Methodist Church of Miami faced the fact that its history and prestige weren’t going to keep it alive forever. It has found a way to honor its past and grow into the future.

Audrey Warren Kenneth H. Carter Jr.

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Tennessee Rep. Justin J. Pearson joins the tradition of prophetic Black faith leaders

When the ousted state representative preached on Easter Sunday, he moved the pulpit into the public sphere, writes an AME pastor.

By Jazmine L. Brooks Pastor and journalist

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Self-care is different from self-comfort

Modern understandings of self-care often focus on temporary fixes, not long-term wholeness, says a psychologist.

By Jessica Young Brown Licensed clinical psychologist

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Acknowledging the past to chart a course for the future

David Goatley’s installation as Fuller Theological Seminary’s new president was a master class in beginning a ministry assignment, writes the executive director of Leadership Education at Duke Divinity.

By David L. Odom Executive director, Leadership Education at Duke Divinity

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Why deep listening matters for congregations and disciples

Listening — really listening — is the first step for participants in a program to build relationships between people on university campuses and the congregations near them, writes the program director of The Vinery.

By Alexis Carter Thomas Writer and researcher

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Forget the doom and gloom — the future is open for Gen Z and religion

Traditional measurements don’t capture the whole story of young adults and faith. The reality is much more hopeful, say researchers at Springtide Research Institute.

Kari Koshiol Kevin Singer

More and better ideas always come

A scarcity mindset leads us to hoard ideas, but one of generosity helps grow them, writes a managing director of grants for Leadership Education at Duke Divinity.

By Victoria Atkinson White Director of Grants, Leadership Education at Duke Divinity

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Declining numbers at conferences can be an opportunity to innovate

Instead of pursuing a big-name speaker or more production, make conferences and in-person gatherings more intimate and transformative, says a worship leader and consultant.

By Angie Kay Hong Director of Educational Programs, Leadership Education at Duke Divinity

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