Holy Church of God Cottage Hill

What does Jesus think about Homosexuality?

Is homosexuality a sin? It’s an age-old question, and there are people on both sides of the debate, each quoting their Bibles. How do we know who’s right? What would Jesus do if he were…

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

15 Awkward Church Moments Everyone Tries to Avoid

Love church? Us too, but every once in a while there's a situation, let's say an awkward one, that's just unavoidable. Here's a short list of 'em.

7 Ways to Show Appreciation to Your Lead Pastor

Most lead pastors don’t hear these words enough. So send them a card, say it personally, or even just send an email saying thanks for who they are and what they does.

His pew or hers? Woman concerned about man she met in church

Q: I met a nice guy at church of all places, and he's invited me out. I'm excited but nervous. Do I stay at his house or let him come to mine? It's been a while.

10 Ways to Teach Kids to Sit in Church

Want to take your kids to church with you? Find out how to learn to go to "big church." Worship, learn, and serve together. Kids can love going to church.

Why an Unfriendly Small Church Is Worse than an Unfriendly Big Church

Walking into a small church for the first time can be an act of great vulnerability.

Is God male? Episcopal Church might say no

(Fox 32 News) - The Episcopal Church is debating whether to overhaul the Book of Common Prayer to make it clear that God does not have a gender.

Almighty God, You Have Built Your Church

Almighty God, you have built your Church upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief cornerstone: Grant us so to be joined together in unity of spirit by their teaching, that we may be made a holy temple acceptable to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and …

God met my family’s needs

I married a woman who had children from a previous marriage. A state highway engineer at the time, I would be the sole financial support for the family. However, my job simply did not provide enough income to do this.I prayed to God about the situation. I also realized that G...

How to Get More Members Involved in Ministry

The designation "active member," in most churches, simply means those who attend regularly and financially support the church. Not much more is expected. But God has far greater expectations for every Christian. God expects every Christian to use their gifts and talents in ministry. If we can ever awaken and unleash

The Men Who Say God Says A Woman Shouldn’t Be President

Hillary Clinton has faced her share of sexist attacks in her presidential campaign, and plenty of Clinton supporters have been accused of voting for her “just because she’s a woman,” but attacking Clinton explicitly for …

The Church That Sends

Watch as Pastor Matt preaches from Acts 13 at South Woods. You can find out more about South Woods at www.southwoodsbc.org

What if Churches Started Churches?

Good churches should add “church starting” to the list of ingredients that define their health.

4 Thoughts About Medjugorje and the Authentic Work of God

If you have drawn near to God, then you need not have any doubt that He has drawn near to you.

Do We Really Need Church?