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When Broken Churches Find Their Way Back Together
Faith Facts
- The Christian Chronicle has launched a special series profiling Churches of Christ that split apart but later reunited
- The first installment features two Pennsylvania congregations that merged decades after their original division
- The series will explore both negative and positive reasons behind church splits and the path to reconciliation
In a nation where division seems to be the order of the day, some Churches of Christ are proving that reconciliation and unity are still possible — even after decades of separation.
The Christian Chronicle has launched a special project called “Reunited,” profiling congregations that split apart but later came back together. The series offers hope and practical lessons for churches navigating conflict and division in an increasingly fractured culture.
The first installment of the series chronicles the remarkable story of two Pennsylvania congregations that merged to become one body, decades after their original split. The article, titled “Together again — decades after split,” shows how the pieces fit as God worked to restore what had been broken.
At the newly unified Cornerstone Church of Christ in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, the evidence of God’s reconciling power is visible in every gathering. Elders Josh Dove, Jeff Custer, and Rick Elam, along with member Pedro Delgado, recently prayed for Ariana Boyd after her baptism — a beautiful picture of unity in Christ that transcends past divisions.
The “Reunited” series will explore both negative and occasionally positive reasons that led to church splits, examining what caused the divisions and, more importantly, what brought these congregations back together. In doing so, the project aims to provide valuable insights for churches facing their own challenges to unity.
For Christians who hold to traditional biblical values of reconciliation, forgiveness, and unity in the body of Christ, these stories serve as powerful reminders that what God has joined together can be restored, even when human conflict has torn it apart. The series underscores the importance of humility, prayer, and a commitment to biblical principles over personal preferences.
As our culture becomes increasingly polarized and our institutions more divided, the witness of churches choosing unity over division carries profound significance. These congregations demonstrate that the gospel’s power to reconcile is greater than any human disagreement.
Additional articles in the “Reunited” series will be published in the coming weeks, offering more examples of churches that have overcome division to stand together once again.
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Faith Facts
- Over three million homes across battleground states have received visits from pro-life volunteers seeking to inform voters about abortion policy.
- Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America is mobilizing grassroots supporters to protect unborn life at both state and federal levels.
- Faith-driven activism is shaping the midterm conversation on protecting the sanctity of human life.
Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America has announced that its volunteers have completed more than three million home visits in key battleground states. The effort comes as voters prepare to cast ballots that could determine the direction of abortion policy nationwide.
These visits are part of a broader push to engage citizens directly on the sanctity of life. Organizers say the conversations are centered on protecting the unborn and restoring a culture that values every human life from conception.
“We are reaching voters where they live because the lives of unborn children depend on it,”
Local volunteers have reported strong interest from families who are grateful for the information and encouragement. Many households have expressed concern over recent court rulings and legislative efforts that continue to threaten the unborn.
The organization believes that personal, face-to-face outreach remains one of the most effective ways to build lasting support for pro-life policies. As the midterms approach, these efforts are intensifying in states where abortion-related measures may appear on ballots.
“Every visit plants a seed of truth that can grow into a vote for life,”
With millions of homes already contacted, Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America plans to expand its reach in the final weeks before Election Day. The group is urging Christians and others who value traditional family principles to stay engaged and vote their convictions.
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Faith Facts
- Scripture teaches believers to submit to governing authorities as established by God for the good of society (Romans 13:1).
- Christian teaching calls for peaceful conduct and respect for lawful order even when disagreements arise.
- Faithful citizens are encouraged to pray for leaders and seek justice through orderly, lawful means.
Delhi Police detained the founder and two senior leaders of a youth protest movement aboard their plane Saturday, Oct. 10, as authorities shut dozens of metro stations, canceled more than 250 trains and deployed tens of thousands of officers to keep protesters away from the capital’s designated protest ground.
The decisive steps came amid a dispute over voter rolls that had prompted the group to call for large demonstrations in India’s capital.
By grounding flights, restricting rail travel and closing key transit points, officials signaled their determination to prevent disruptions in the heart of the nation.
Christian and conservative observers note that stable governance and the rule of law remain foundational to protecting families, communities and the freedoms that allow faith to flourish.
Supporters of the measures argue that safeguarding public safety and preventing unrest serve the common good.
Critics maintain the actions limit citizens’ ability to voice concerns over electoral integrity.
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Faith Facts
- Grand Canyon University is a private Christian university in Phoenix, Arizona.
- The university is establishing a new law school that integrates legal training with a Christian worldview.
- Phoenix attorney James L. Williams has been named the founding dean of the law school.
Grand Canyon University is advancing plans to open a law school that will train future attorneys in both legal excellence and a biblical foundation. The Phoenix-based Christian institution announced the appointment of local attorney James L. Williams as the school’s first dean.
The decision reflects a growing desire among Christian families and leaders for legal education that upholds traditional values rather than progressive ideologies. Williams will guide the development of curriculum and faculty that prioritize truth, integrity, and religious liberty.
“The university is moving ahead with a law school that it says will combine legal training with a Christian worldview.”
Supporters see this as a timely response to cultural shifts in the legal profession, where many institutions have distanced themselves from biblical morality. GCU’s initiative aims to equip students to defend constitutional freedoms and religious rights in the courtroom.
“The university named Phoenix attorney James L. Williams as the school’s first dean, according to a press release from GCU on Oct. 8.”
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