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Faith & Belonging

What does it mean to "belong" in a fractured world?

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Emotional Intelligence as a Gateway to the Spiritual Life

Understanding facets of our spiritual needs, with the help of the movie Inside Out

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Obscure Ministries and the ‘Poor Saps’ Blessed to Serve Them

Developing a heart for leadership

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Fostering Healthy Conflict

Conflict can be productive instead of destructive. Here's how to keep it that way.

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The Leader’s Emotional Intelligence: Awareness and Action

Knowing yourself well impacts care for others

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Faith & Emotional Intelligence

How do emotions impact our lives?

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Coaching in the Midst of Conflict

Powerful questions and intentional exploration

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Meet Me in the Middle

How one congregation addressed political polarization head-on after the 2016 election.

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Facing the Future and Discussing Viability

Is it time for your church to close its doors? Here's how to approach this difficult conversation.

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Lily Li: Bridging the Socio-Emotional Gap

How therapist Lily Li brings Jesus, the Wonderful Counselor, into her daily vocation.

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A Better Story: Addressing Conspiracy Theories with the Gospel

Some practical steps your church can take to short-circuit the power of conspiracy theories

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Risking Love for Our Neighbors, Strangers and Enemies

How can Christians overcome fears that stir up hatred? An interview with author Catherine McNiel.

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Imperfect Doesn’t Mean Imposter

Engaging in difficult conversations when we’re struggling too

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Faith & Difficult Conversations

How to have the conversations necessary for growth in faith and life.

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Bethany Fox: Including Those with Intellectual Disabilities

Beloved Everybody: a truly accessible church

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