Depression hides itself behind circumstances and experiences. It can mask itself as anger or stress or grief. It remains in the shadows until it's become such a part of us, we don't remember when we didn't feel that way. Here are six practical ways the church community can carry those with depression through the darkness until the sun shines again.

Back-to-school season is here! Walk into any store right now and you’ll be greeted by bright displays of all things school supplies. Whether you’re in school, have kids who are, or just need to gear up for a productive fall, we’ve compiled a list of our favorite back-to-school supplies to help you survive the next semester of life.

While it may seem as if large churches with lots of programs are the most popular choice for Christians, the statistics tell otherwise. According to the Barna Group, almost half of American churchgoers attend a church with 100 or fewer members. Here are twelve reasons I love my “smaller” church.