The Church of England Newspaper (27 February 2009) reported that the Anglican Communion's first Anglican-Buddhist bishop was recently elected at a special convention of the Diocese of Northern Michigan. This is an interesting test for TEC, writes Glenn Davies.

A few weeks ago I wrote a short blog asking how we can better support single women in church, especially those over the age of 30. I was deluged with responses, and it became clear to me that we are not doing a good job in this area.

Last year in Sydney Mark Driscoll critiqued the Sydney Anglican parish system an obstacle to church planting and evangelism. Here is a response...

The government is right to continue with the intervention if they can truly 'close the gap' on indigenous health, education, employment and housing outcomes, writes Karin Sowada

One aspect of our church gatherings that causes some division and confusion is the practice of clapping. It should come as no surprise that the current March 2009 edition of Southern Cross includes a letter to the Editor raising this very issue in relation to the Connect '09 Big Day In.

Across the United States mega-churches are melting as the global financial crisis applies a blowtorch to their business structures. Some of our best known local churches are also facing serious threats from the economic downturn. This week, Jeremy Halcrow asks the experts for their tips on how local ministry can thrive despite the budget blues.

Never shy of a challenge, Bishop Al Stewart has told Sydneyanglicans.net what he will be watching as he gears up for the Acts 29 network's church-planting conference this week.

Fundraising expert Nathan Brown says churches should remain optimistic about budget bottom lines. Read our tips from Nathan and other experts on raising funds in a recession.