With the Carpenter's Home Church building set to be torn down, Stephen Strader, the son of CHC founder Karl Strader, tells readers his family's side of the church's history.

Without question, there are certain standards and a level of accountability to which youth groups and youth leaders should be held.

The next generation of Christian leaders faces an uphill challenge from toxic elements inside and growing hostility outside the church.

People watch leaders, especially how they transition in response to tragedy or the normal course of ministry seasons.

Do these character traits apply to your church's worship leader? Shouldn't they, without question or compromise?

Some may think it's a device from Satan itself, but social media is here to stay. Here's how church leaders should take advantage of it.

As the leader, what concerns you the most about your church's children's ministry?

Children need a great spiritual foundation. Shouldn't we be giving them that in our churches instead of simply babysitting?

Here are some queries every church leader should wrestle with.

Here's how the No Man Left Behind model can attract new men to your church and to its ministry for men.

What should we be doing to ensure the promises of kingdom finances flow to Christians in our flock and to our churches?

What has been your experience with church memorials? Are they honoring or have they been detrimental?

Following these three guidelines can help to ensure a strong family life for ministerial leaders.

On the eve of Valentine's Day, Pastor Mark Rutland pays a heartfelt tribute to his parents, who recently celebrated their 75^th wedding anniversary.

Here are some questions and insights that might help lead you in the right direction.

When people come to your church to worship, are you helping them or are you interfering with their offering to God?

Here's why a healthy dose of both is necessary for your congregation.

Are there certain aspects of the offertory in your church that are working or not working?

Do you think peace across generations prevails in your own denomination? If so, why? Are there other things that can be done to encourage peace between generations in a denomination?

Pastor, be honest. Do you have someone in your life you could call when you're at your lowest point in ministry?