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The Salvation Army’s Christmas Collection Kettle is a common sight during the holiday season. You’ve likely seen them outside stores and busy places. They are red kettles with a bell ringer standing next to them, ringing a bell to get attention. This tradition began over 130 years ago by a Salvation Army Captain named Joseph … Read more
United Methodist Church Split Timeline Introduction The United Methodist Church is one of the largest Protestant denominations in the world, with over 15 million members. In recent years, there has been growing tension within the church, as members have disagreed on a number of important issues. This tension came to a head in 2017 when … Read more
During the holiday season, the Christian community observes a special time called Advent. It lasts for four Sundays and helps us prepare for celebrating Jesus’ birth and the promise of His return. Advent represents a spiritual journey of hope, renewal, and change. Through prayer, reading the Bible, and worshipping together, we reconnect with the most … Read more
Every year on October 31st, children don costumes, carve pumpkins into grinning jack-o’-lanterns, and excitedly shout “Trick-or-Treat!” Halloween has become a global phenomenon, associated with candy, costumes, and spooky decorations. However, the origins of this festive night lie far deeper than mass-produced plastic witches. They dressed up in costumes, celebrated the end of the harvest, … Read more
Marriage is incredibly important within the Catholic faith – it’s not just a ceremony, but a spiritual commitment for life. But life is messy, and sometimes that lifelong commitment ends. For Catholics facing divorce, there are big spiritual questions: can I remarry, and will I still be welcomed at the heart of church life, communion? This is a complex … Read more
Have you ever seen those magnificent churches with the sparkling domes and intricate mosaics? Those are Byzantine Catholic churches, and there are 14 incredible ones scattered around the world! They’re part of a larger group of Eastern Catholic churches that share their faith with Rome. Each church is a masterpiece, a beautiful symbol of the … Read more
Greetings, cherished souls! As we stand on the brink of Easter’s arrival, we immerse ourselves in a spirit of reflection and renewal, attuned to the sacred rhythm of Jesus Christ’s resurrection. This season beckons us to celebrate, to embrace our loved ones, and to seek spiritual guidance within the sanctuary of our church services. Allow … Read more
As a nonprofit organization, churches often struggle to find the money they need to operate. Most churches rely on members’ donations and church fundraising projects, but those methods can be unreliable and often fail. In fact, in our experience at Foundation Search Group, we’ve found that less than 20% of churches succeed in their fundraising … Read more
You probably think of Sunday as the big church day, but guess what? There’s a whole other crew that worships on Saturday! These churches feel strongly that Saturday is meant to be a day of rest and connecting with God, just like in the Bible. For them, Saturday worship is more than just a routine, … Read more
When you’re facing the overwhelming fear of losing your home, it can feel like there’s nowhere to turn. Unexpected expenses, job loss, or a sudden illness can throw your budget into chaos. The stress of unpaid rent bills looming over you can be crippling. But what if there was a place in your community built … Read more