by Joe LaGuardia | Dec 22, 2015 | Opinion
Millions flocked last weekend to watch “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” the seventh film in a franchise often dubbed the greatest science fiction movies of all time. The franchise’s momentous history is not only due to its award-winning special... by Joe LaGuardia | Oct 14, 2015 | Opinion
Many church visitors over the past two years found the congregation I pastor by our website. Our online presence appears to be a major draw for our guests, second only to personal invitations. If our experience is reflective of a larger trend, then it stands to reason... by Joe LaGuardia | Sep 22, 2015 | Opinion
Churches have been scrambling to attract young adults for the last few decades. Reaching this age group is a momentous task that requires changes in worship, leadership, preaching and outreach. Much of this change has been for the better – an ever fluid and... by Joe LaGuardia | Sep 15, 2015 | Opinion
I spotted a painting of the Last Supper of Christ several years ago when throwing away trash in our apartment complex’s dumpster. Unlike the Da Vinci paintings I had seen before, this one was different: All of the disciples and Jesus were people of color. I took... by Joe LaGuardia | Aug 5, 2015 | Opinion
An advertisement from a church looking for a new pastor caught my attention. It read: “Wanted: Pastor for small church. Must excel in preaching, teaching, pastoral care, administration, leadership, vision setting, missions, ministry, church growth. Also, 10...