Faith and Culture — Page 47

Reflections: Facing a firing squad

He was a young pastor neither immoral nor heretical, but simply naïve and unskilled in human relations. He could conjugate Greek verbs but didn’t know how to take time to earn the trust of the congregation before he could lead them. Additionally, he listened to some famous pulpiteers who taught pastors are vice-regents under God […]

King's Home, a faith-based organization providing assistance to women and kids fleeing domestic violence, recently made a special dedication.

Veterans Day: A family affair

“Having a Regions associate with family ties to the Veterans Day holiday makes our efforts even more meaningful."

AEI holding civic conference in Birmingham

“Birmingham is a city with such a rich history and complex landscape of challenges and opportunities," said AEI senior fellow Ian Rowe.

NPS officials noted that the monument has “multiple community partners and sites, many of which remain under private ownership.”

Reflections: Beards, cigars and beer

I enjoyed some theological discussion on a social media page until the day it went south. These were mostly young pastors who enjoyed beards, cigars and beer. One participant, a Baptist pastor, wrote that some church members were offended he drank beer. Well, of course! The matter of alcohol is viewed differently in different churches. […]

Alabama electric vehicle drivers take to the track at Barber Motorsports Park

Shane Campbell is a true believer. But last week he did something he’d never done with any of his electric vehicles: take it on a real racecourse.

Michael J. Brooks: Evil walks among us

Churches work hard to be welcoming and affirming, but today, churches cannot afford to be complacent.

Birmingham looks toward a ‘re-vision’ of historic Linn Park

It was one of Birmingham’s first parks and it has been the site of countless events and social protests. What's next for Linn Park?

Ray Wetzel is director of the Gadsden Museum of Art, but his home is something of a museum in its own right.

Folklore meets film in Africatown documentary 'Descendant'

Dr. Kern Jackson is co-writer and co-producer of “Descendant,” the Africatown documentary that has wowed audiences across the country.

Kristen Tucker, a Foley High School senior with Down syndrome, is ready to take the world by storm following graduation.

Reflections: How then should we worship?

"We don't worship like you do," he said with a smile. I got the impression he was making a judgment about our worship.

Jenimar Pendleton is the founder of Watermarked Ministries and is a licensed minister under Global Awakening’s Apostolic Network.

Reflections: Made in America

I struggled with a car purchase three years ago wondering what my dad would’ve said. He was a steel worker, and his company was keen on buying American. So I’ve always done so, until then. I did careful research and purchased a “foreign” car. We had a pastor when I was growing up who drove […]

Thus far in his four years at the Evangelical private school, head coach Hugh Freeze holds an impressive 30-12 record.

Milroe, thrust into a SEC West Division road game, was set to play the most meaningful snaps of his young career.

Sol y Luna Tapas & Tequilas is an Alabama original

This restaurant, when it originally opened in 1998, introduced Birmingham to an elevated version of Mexican cuisine.

Sunday Reflections: God don't do train wrecks

I enjoyed teaching a study a few months ago but puzzled over a comment the textbook author made: “Sometimes we [Christians] have to wound one another.” I realize he was talking about confrontation when a brother or sister steps off the path of righteousness, but the word struck me as harsh. Another church member helped […]

Arts Huntsville, the public art agency for the city, is looking for local artists who can shine a creative light on Apollo Park.

Grits, smoked sausage, and sweet potatoes set the table for a unique lineup of October public gatherings this fall in Alabama.

Auburn University’s Rural Studio, an off-campus design-build program, has been selected to receive a prestigious design award. 

Sunday Reflections: Will the real Lot please stand up?

Perhaps Abraham thought, at one time, Lot could be the child of promise pledged by the Lord before the birth of Isaac.

Jennifer Eifert, executive director of The Kelly, said the festival will allow visitors to watch artists in action.