Matthew T. Phillips: Talking heads
Far from trusting cable's talking heads, churches need to understand what Credit Default Swaps are. Really.
Far from trusting cable's talking heads, churches need to understand what Credit Default Swaps are. Really.
Connie McNeill, coordinator of administration for the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, explains how her organization has responded to the financial crisis.
By focusing on its top priorities, Mount Pisgah Church in Alpharetta, Ga., is weathering the economic downturn while continuing its global commitment to working on behalf of children, leadership development and supporting the persecuted church.
Denominations were in financial crisis even before the rest of the world was. For the past ten years congregations' income has increased, but their giving to their denominations has decreased.
Christian leaders must situate this economic moment in the full story of God’s work. By both assuming responsibility and having faith God will provide, we find freedom and abundance, says the Rev. Janice Virtue.
What’s the best way to raise money during an economic crisis? Experts say focusing on “faith-raising,” not fundraising, is the key.
Traditional Islamic lending and investing has held up well despite the current financial meltdown. Do Christians have a wise word on finance for such a time as this?
What do institutional leaders say about the financial downturn? If we are speechless, we can turn to Christians in the financial sector who are themselves trying to make sense of this.
The current economic crisis is hitting Christian organizations hard. Keeping the church financially healthy while staying true to its mission requires honesty, courage and planning as well as faith.
A pastor seeks an answer to the question: What is the Christian way to lay off someone?