Stephanie Martin

Stephanie Martin, a freelance writer and editor in Denver, has spent her entire 30-year journalism career in Christian publishing. She loves the Word and words, is a binge reader and grammar nut, and is fanatic (as her family can attest) about Jeopardy! and pro football.

Pope’s Unscripted Remark About ‘All Religions’ Sparks Debate

Pope Francis has again generated controversy, this time raising concerns that he espoused religious pluralism. Near the end of his recent tour of South Asia, the pontiff told a group of interfaith youth in Singapore that “all religions are a path to God.”

Creed’s Scott Stapp Urges Americans To Go Higher, Focus on the Bible

On his band’s reunion tour this summer, Creed lead singer Scott Stapp is issuing calls for unity and urging Americans to reclaim their freedoms and rights.

Healthy Habits: Instilling Values of Kindness and Respect

Learn how children's ministry workers and parents can build healthy habits such as kindness and respect in kids.

Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa Receives ‘Love and Prayers’ Following Injury, Faces Pleas To Retire

At only 26, NFL player Tua Tagovailoa is again at the center of a conversation about retirement. The Miami Dolphins quarterback, who has a history of head trauma, suffered another concussion Thursday night (Sept. 12) in a 31-10 home loss to the Buffalo Bills.

Clean-Up Campaign Ideas for Youth: Help Teens Practice Their Serve

Clean-up campaign ideas help kids give back and serve in Jesus’ name.

Tennessee Pastor, Father of 11 Dies by Suicide After Being Charged With Sexual Battery of a Minor

One day after being charged with aggravated sexual battery, a longtime Tennessee pastor died by suicide in a hospital bathroom, authorities said. David Mark Baker, 57, was serving at Family Baptist Church in Columbia, had been a jail chaplain, and once ran for Maury County mayor.

‘Very Sad Situation’—PA Pastor, Neighbors Recount Fatal Standoff

After a lengthy standoff in Hughesville on Saturday (Sept. 7), an armed Pennsylvania man who had barricaded himself in his trailer home was shot and killed by police. Authorities identified the man, who was pronounced dead at the scene, as 62-year-old Gary Lee McCartney.

Church Family Night Ideas for Children’s Ministry Outreach

Church family night ideas are a hit for community outreach and fun. Kids and parents will love these 10 events!

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