‘A test of faith’: In Altadena congregations, no family untouched by fire (RNS) — In historically diverse Altadena, where more than 9,000 structures were destroyed in the fire, some congregations have dozens of families who lost homes. The post ‘A test of faith’: In Altadena congregations, no family untouched by fire appeared first on RNS.

In congregations, fear, misinformation and preparation after ICE policy change (RNS) — Facing misinformation and decreases in attendance, clergy whose congregations include immigrants are working to prepare their flocks for potential ICE raids while at worship. The post In congregations, fear, misinformation and preparation after ICE policy change appeared first on RNS.

Grants will support efforts nationwide to strengthen Christian congregations in small towns and rural areas Lilly Endowment Inc. The post Grants will support efforts nationwide to strengthen Christian congregations in small towns and rural areas appeared first on RNS.

Most congregations avoid discussing politics, new study shows (RNS) — Even if members are politically active and many leaders are often outspoken about issues and candidates they support, most congregations make great efforts to keep politics out of the church when they gather. The post Most congregations avoid discussing politics, new study shows appeared first on RNS.