Esther Laurie
Esther Laurie is a staff writer at churchleaders.com. Her background is in communication and church ministry. She believes in the power of the written word and the beauty of transformation and empowering others. When she’s not working, she loves running, exploring new places and time with friends and family. It’s her goal to work the word ‘whimsy’ into most conversations.
Articles for Outreach & Missions
4 Great Halloween Trivia Questions
Some love it and some hate it, but Halloween is anything but trivial. From a day at the beach to an attempted plot to blow up the Parliament building, Halloween trivia stretches across the globe.
Daily Buzz
25 Ways to Celebrate Advent this Season
Celebrate Advent with your family by gradually and deliberately embracing the holiday. Let Christmas soak into you with a few Advent activities.
Daily Buzz
7 Perfect Family Activities for Thanksgiving
We are excited for turkey and pumpkin pie with family and friends, but we also want to mix things up a bit this year to soak up the spirit of giving thanks.
Outreach Leaders
12 Crazy Cool Church Outreach Ideas from Churches Just Like Yours
Whether you’re part of a big church or a small church, here are some great church outreach ideas to inspire you and energize your planning for the year.
Articles for Outreach & Missions
5 Things Young Adults Need from Church
Everyone seems to be talking about millennials, from how they vote to their work and their relationships. It’s a complex generation, and as they enter adulthood, many church leaders are considering how best to minister to young adults.
Articles for Worship & Creative
11 Quotes on Prayer from Teresa of Avila
Teresa of Avila was a Spanish Carmelite nun born in 1515. Her books on prayer have been considered Christian classics. We hope these eleven Teresa of Avila quotes introduce you to this richly gifted woman of God.
Pastors
Speak Up for Life: 12 Powerful Quotes About Pro Life
I think we should take a moment and honor those who have and are fighting for life. Here are some current and historic voices who spoke up for life.
Christian News
Pastor’s Wife Shooting: Man Sentenced to 29 Years Connected to Killing Amanda Blackburn
On November 10, 2015, Indianapolis Pastor Davey Blackburn came home from the gym and was met with unimaginable tragedy. His pregnant wife, Amanda Blackburn, had been shot in the head during a home invasion.
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