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Nazarene Theological Seminary

Kansas City Seminaries Changing on the Fly Amid Pandemic

Kansas City area seminaries are adopting online training methods amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Rev. William Rose-Heim, regional minister and president of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of Greater Kansas City

Dear God: Kansas City Clergy Adapt to New Realities of Pandemic

Kansas City area clergy share how they have adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Ramadan during a pandemic

KC Families Share How Ramadan Changed This Year

This year, like almost everything, Ramadan looks and feels different than in years past.  At dusk on April 23, Muslims around the world and in Kansas City began the month-long spiritual practice of fasting. Every day, they refrain from eating, drinking and other activities from dawn to dusk. And once the sun sets, it’s time…

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Empty church pews

When Congregations Turn on Their Shepherds

Ministers share their stories of “sheep attacks,” which often occur when congregations that are anxious about long-term declines in membership turn on their leaders.

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A graveside service

Age of Coronavirus: Funerals Take on a Remote Vibe

Families and faith leaders are struggling with how to conduct funerals during the coronavirus outbreak.

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