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Service in the city

Posted on November 2, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

What is the gospel’s message to urban dwellers in our time?

Image of a women holding up a cardboard sign which reads, "If one part suffers, the whole body suffers. 1 Corinthians 12:26"

Activism and Christian faith

Posted on October 26, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

Christian activism is rooted in one’s love for God and love for one’s neighbor.

Leading congregations in election season

Posted on October 19, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

This midterm season, remind folks to “seek the welfare of the city” (Jeremiah 29:7)

The grace of letting go

Posted on October 12, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

We must not try to hold on to everything.

Ministry and the visual arts

Posted on October 5, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

Beauty is a powerful witness.

Who else thinks there’s a problem?

Posted on September 28, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

Until people feel a sense of urgency, they will accept the status quo

Understanding mental models

Posted on September 21, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

What unexamined assumptions do our congregations hold?

Make meetings matter

Posted on September 14, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

Seminaries don’t teach you how to plan meetings, but how you run them matters.

Choose the right response to conflict

Posted on September 8, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

Congregations are never conflict-free

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Why generosity matters

Posted on August 31, 2026 by Prince R. Rivers

“Generosity” shouldn’t be limited to meeting the church’s operational budget.

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