By Aaron Wilson NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Amanda Strauwald doesn’t want things to go back to the way they were before COVID-19—at least, not when it comes to the new perspective she has on life. In studying the story of Gideon through an online Bible study from Lifeway Women, Strauwald said she’s been reminded of how the Lord shows up in difficulties and uses weaknesses. “As … [Read more...]
Lifeway creates Church Assistance Package
By Aaron Earls As churches adjust to ministry in a post-COVID-19 world, Lifeway has developed a collection of resources to help congregations. The new Church Assistance Package from Lifeway is available for any congregation around the world and can be accessed at lifeway.com/churchassistance. “Lifeway wants to do everything we can to help churches sustain their vital … [Read more...]
Lifeway cancels June camps in response to the coronavirus
By Carol Pipes Update: This article has been updated as of April, 8, 2020 (4-8-20) to indicate the cancellations in June do not include Camp Ridgecrest for Boys and Camp Crestridge for Girls held at Ridgecrest Conference Center in N.C. NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Lifeway Christian Resources announced that FUGE, StudentLife, Student Life for Kids and CentriKid camps, as well as … [Read more...]
Vast majority of pastors see signs of end times in current events
By Aaron Earls NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Almost 9 in 10 pastors see at least some current events matching those Jesus said would occur shortly before he returns to Earth, according to a new survey focused on Christian eschatology, or the study of end times. A study from Nashville-based Lifeway Research of pastors at evangelical and historically black churches found 97% say they … [Read more...]
Most churches have stopped gathering, few plan to meet on Easter
By Aaron Earls NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The coronavirus outbreak has had ripple effects across the country, including in U.S. churches, according to a new study of pastors. Nashville-based Lifeway Research asked Protestant pastors how the pandemic has impacted their congregations and what their plans are for the near future. While nearly all pastors say their church held … [Read more...]