How to Say No

Last Sunday I had a dilemma. We were a few minutes late for church, and we took a seat behind the children. In our church, pre-K through sixth-grade kids sit in the sanctuary during worship and then are released after worship to go to their children’s program....

Do You Hire for Character or Competency?

Leaders are known by the company they keep—particularly their company of hires. Careers are made and lost as a result of hiring decisions. The problem is that most leaders receive very little training in the selection of employees. Most leaders learn to hire based...

School District Gets Boost in Defending Atheist Lawsuit

A school district in Southern California has added legal muscle to its defense against a lawsuit that was filed by the Freedom From Religion Foundation. The school board of the Chino Valley Unified School District voted unanimously to retain Pacific Justice Institute...

5 Creative and Unique Types of Valentine’s Gifts

It’s here again: Valentine’s Day. And as the day approaches, you may want to learn “The Real Story Behind Valentine’s Day.” You’ll also want to get ready to express your love to your spouse and do something memorable. In the past,...

Can We Stop the 70 Percent of Young Adults Who Drop Out of Church?

Within two years of graduation, seven out of 10 college students stop attending church; less than 30 percent of 18- to 29-year-olds says their religious beliefs are important; and 20 percent of Americans claims no religious affiliation. Across the nation, young people...