SPRINGFIELD, Massachusetts — The topic of racism can be a source of conflict. But when Sister Melinda Pellerin found herself in a conversation with a woman who denied the existence of systemic racism ...

Hilliard was among the crowd of about 300 at the breakfast, which featured the lighting of candles and prayers for the Baton Rouge community as well as a special tribute to the three black, ...

Twelve ministers were officially commissioned Sunday at the Englewood United Methodist Church. They became part of the Stephen Ministry after undergoing 50 hours of education and training. Their ...

Every one of us has moments when prayer feels futile — when it seems that no one is listening, and that what we ask for most ...

Healing often begins when we quiet the noise around us and listen to God’s gentle voice. The simple act of being still in God’s presence allows God’s healing grace to flow through us. And yet, we ...

Prayer comes from a Latin Word that means to obtain by entreaty or petition; an earnest request to God. Prayer is the conversation of the soul with God, not a monologue, but a two-way street that ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." We’ve collected 23 of the best prayers for a friend to say the next time someone close to you is ...