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The Debt Slayers
There's a reason there are more Christian financial advisers than ever.
by John W. Kennedy
posted 05/12/2006 09:30 a.m./span>
The 40 Best Christian Places to Work
More than 10,000 employees weighed in on their jobs.
by Agnieszka Tennant
posted 04/26/2006 09:30 a.m.
Salary Quandary
Ministries pay executives less than their secular nonprofit counterparts. Should they?
by Michael Barrick
posted 04/26/2006 09:30 a.m.
Profitable Servants
New mutual fund expands the church-bond market.
by Rob Moll
posted 03/07/2006 09:30 a.m.
TASTE AND SEE
What Would Jesus Buy?
Saving the world one cashmere sweater at a time.
by Agnieszka Tennant
posted 01/31/2006 09:00 a.m.
Q&A: Eric Thurman
Thurman is CEO of Geneva Global, a professional services firm that links donor "investors" with local faith-based humanitarian projects in the developing world.
by CT staff
posted 12/27/2005 09:45 a.m.
Bearing More Burdens
Once-wayward ministry works to reclaim credibility.
by Jeremy Weber
posted 12/15/2005 09:00 a.m.
Competing Goals
Move by Family Christian Stores reveals tension with publishers.
by Rebecca Barnes
posted 11/29/2005 09:00 a.m.
Go Figure
Recent stats on corporate non-giving to faith groups, donations to the Baptist World Alliance, and a drop in church programs.
Compiled by Ted Olsen
posted 09/20/2005 09:00 a.m.
Neighbor Love Inc.
Christians in business have an honored place in God's plan.
A Christianity Today editorial
posted 09/13/2005 09:30 a.m.
Judge Overturns $11.5 Million Big Idea Judgment
Appeals court reverses copyright law decision that helped to put VeggieTales in bankruptcy.
by Rob Moll
posted 08/24/2005 09:30 a.m.
The $1 Billion Handoff
Sir John Templeton's born-again son takes control of the famous foundation—but there are strings attached.
by Tony Carnes
posted 08/19/2005 09:00 a.m.
Dennis Bakke's Ode to Joy
The outrageous way in which an energy giant's CEO had fun at work.
Interview by Agnieszka Tennant
posted 07/07/2005 08:30 a.m.
The 40 Best Christian Places to Work
How the winners of the third annual survey earned their employees' loyalty.
By Agnieszka Tennant
posted 05/09/2005 09:30 a.m.
SIDEBAR
Choosing the Finalists
The 2005 survey winners and how they were picked.
posted 05/09/2005 09:30 a.m.
Deliver Us from Wal Mart?
Christians are among those sounding the alarm about the ethics of this retail giant. Are the worries justified?
by Jeff M. Sellers
posted 04/22/2005 09:30 a.m.
Benefits Blues
Spiraling health costs squeeze Wal-Mart as they do every other large company.
by Jeff M. Sellers
posted 04/22/2005 09:30 a.m.
Women Against Wal-Mart
Sex-discrimination charges constitute the largest-ever class action lawsuit against a private employer.
by Jeff M. Sellers
posted 04/22/2005 09:30 a.m.
Missionaries Pinched by Dollar's Decline
Overseas, the buck's bang has been reduced to a whimper, forcing missionaries to raise more money at home to do the same work.
by Rob Moll
posted 03/10/2005 09:00 a.m.
The Fraudbuster
The faithful are being defrauded of billions. But this Ponzi-busting ex-con knows how to stop it.
By Rob Moll
posted 12/17/04 9:00 a.m.
Sidebar
Success in Failure
Barry Minkow builds his ministry on what's gone wrong.
By Rob Moll
posted 12/17/04 9:00 a.m.
Sidebar
Stop Fraud Before It Starts
Barry Minkow says every investor should get the answer to four questions before investing.
By Rob Moll
posted 12/17/04 9:00 a.m.
excerpt
Every Fraud Needs a Cure
How perpetrators are more gullible than their victims. An excerpt from Cleaning Up.
By Barry Minkow
posted 12/17/04 9:00 a.m.
Inside CT: Bilking the Brethren
It may be one of the biggest untold stories on the religion beat.
By Ted Olsen
posted 12/17/04 9:00 a.m.
IRS Changes May Dent Ministries' Car-Donation Programs
New deduction rules dump Blue Book for actual sales value. That could discourage donors.
By Rob Moll
posted 12/16/04 9:00 a.m.
'Assault on the Jewish People'
New Presbyterian policy on Israel raises hackles.
By Kathleen K. Rutledge
posted 11/04/04 9:15 a.m.
Hurt by Success
Christian bookstores hit hard by competition from Wal-Mart.
By Rob Moll
posted 10/21/04 9:00 a.m.
TBN Under the Microscope
Newspaper investigates Christian network over sex charges, spending.
Religion News Service, staff reports
posted 10/07/04 9:00 a.m.
Inside CT: Subscription Blues
Plus: Doug LeBlanc's next move.
By Mark Galli
posted 08/06/04 8:30 a.m.
When More Is Less
We're making more money, but the payoff isn't always positive.
A Christianity Today editorial
posted 07/27/04 8:30 a.m.
Fools' Gold
Christians lured into buying 'rare' coins.
By Rob Moll
posted 06/30/2004 12:01 a.m.
The 50 Best Christian Places to Work
The second annual survey highlights companies that focus on building a culture of trust.
By Helen Lee
posted 04/23/2004
The Complete List & A Closer Look at the Top Finalists
Christianity Today salutes four finalists in ten categories.
posted 04/23/2004
SIDEBAR
How They Were Chosen
Independent panel weighed employee surveys.
posted 04/23/2004
SIDEBAR
Too Much Information?
Communication is necessary, but avoid information overload.
posted 04/23/2004
The Missions of Business
What can happen when entrepreneurs think they are missionaries first.
Reviewed by John P. Cragin
posted 04/13/2004
NRB Head: Indecent Airwaves Debate Is Opportunity
Frank Wright says issues over public interest may reshape views of Christian media.
Interview by Mark Kellner
posted 03/25/2004
VeggieTales Born Again
Big Idea primes itself for recovery with a new owner.
By Bob Smietana
posted 01/21/2004
Corporate Thought Police
Growing pro-gay business agenda jeopardizes religious employees.
By John W. Kennedy
posted 12/29/2003
Take Back Your Sabbath
Getting and spending, we lay waste our powers.
A Christianity Today editorial
posted 11/04/2003
PTL Victims to Receive $6.54 Each
Lawyers take $2.5 million of $3.7 million settlement.
By Religion News Service, CT Staff
posted 09/12/2003
VeggieTales Creators File for Bankruptcy
Bob the Tomato and friends sold to company that already has Lassie, Lone Ranger, and Rudolph.
By Bob Smietana, Religion News Service
posted 09/04/2003
Put Yourself in Jesus Shoes
Within 48 hours, a supermarket chain pulls shoes with Jesus' image from the shelves.
By Ted Olsen
posted 07/29/2003
Big Idea Loses Suit
Jury says creator of VeggieTales owes $11 million to ex-distributor.
By Todd Hertz
posted 06/20/2003
Prayer, Incorporated
Growing numbers of businesses count intercessors as a corporate asset.
By Ken Walker
posted 06/09/2003
Pink Slips at Nonprofits
Ministries close offices, curtail staff costs to cope with donation decline.
By Timothy R. Callahan
posted 04/23/2003
Good to Great's Leadership Model Looks Familiar to Christians
The author of the bestselling business book says his findings on successful leaders led him to the New Testament.
An Interview with Jim Collins
posted 03/14/2003
Best Christian Places to Work: Shepherding Hearts
Phoenix Seminary focuses on mentoring the balance of head knowledge with character development.
By Helen Lee
posted 03/14/2003
Best Christian Places to Work: Practicing What They Teach
Dallas Theological Seminary and Multnomah Bible College and Seminary share a philosophy on managing employees.
By Helen Lee
posted 03/13/2003
Best Christian Places to Work: President in Sweats
Leadership's informal style reflects an atmosphere of openness on the Whitworth College campus.
By Helen Lee
posted 03/12/2003
Best Christian Places to Work: No Prayer, No Results
Medical Ambassadors International's emphasis on praying creates a strong sense of commitment.
By Helen Lee
posted 03/11/2003
Best Christian Places to Work: What Burnout?
The Coalition for Christian Outreach takes seriously its responsibility to care for employees.
By Helen Lee
posted 03/10/2003
Best Christian Places to Work: Lives in Balance
At Evangelical Christian Credit Union, professional development is not just a nice bonus but also a spiritual responsibility.
By Helen Lee
posted 03/07/2003
Best Christian Places to Work: Freedom and Grace
Covenant Christian High School teachers and staff are encouraged to be creative, lead classes in innovative ways, and take initiative.
By Helen Lee
posted 03/06/2003
Best Christian Places to Work: People of the Hugs
Howard Publishing's pajama day, adoption support, and National Hugging Day celebrations create a family-like ambiance.
By Helen Lee
posted 03/05/2003
Best Christian Places to Work: Rigorous Hiring
Group Publishing places importance on the quality of the product and its staff.
By Helen Lee
posted 03/04/2003
Best Christian Places to Work: Co-CEO Synergy
Sharing leadership works at Christian Medical and Dental Associations.
By Helen Lee
posted 03/03/2003
The 40 Best Christian Places to Work
What makes them so good? (Hint: Not money)
By Helen Lee
posted 02/28/2003
40 Best Christian Places to Work: The Complete List & A Closer Look at the Top Finalists
Christianity Today salutes four finalists in ten categories.
posted 02/28/2003
Inside CT: Great Places to Work
There is indeed much to praise and imitate in Christian companies.
By David Neff
posted 02/28/2003
The Profit of God
Finding the Christian path in business.
By Jeff Van Duzer and Tim Dearborn
posted 01/27/2003
Bad Company Corrupts
Michael Novak, theological champion of the free market, reflects on what recent business scandals mean for church and state.
By Tim Dearborn
posted 01/27/2003
The Higher Self Gets Down to Business
An old movement appears anew—in the corporate world.
By Jeff Sellers
posted 01/24/2003
Utopia or Kingdom Come?
Discerning wheat from chaff in the new business spirituality.
By Jeff Sellers
posted 01/24/2003
Prosperity Consciousness
How the higher self gets down to business.
By Jeff Sellers
posted 01/24/2003
Sin Sells
Mutuals.com's Vice Fund invests in gambling, tobacco, and alcohol.
By Ted Olsen
posted 01/22/2003
Wall Watchers Admits Error in Ministry Critique
In addition, three other organizations removed from group's Transparency Watch list
By Todd Hertz
posted 11/22/2002
The 419 Fraud
New twist on an old scam tempts Christians to accept millions from a Muslim convert.
By Chuck Fager
posted 11/20/2002
Swindle Taints Nigerian Church
Church growth and credibility in danger because of scam.
By Odeb Minchakpu in Jos, Nigeria
posted 11/20/2002
Scam Hits Black Churches
Feds crack down on Financial Warfare Club.
By Chuck Fager
posted 11/18/2002
45 Ministries 'Failed to Demonstrate Financial Transparency,' Says Watchdog Website
List may have financial consequences, but several named groups say ratings are wrong.
By Ted Olsen
posted 11/15/2002
Jonah Bags Boffo Box Office
But Big Idea lays off 30 in 'heartbreaking' cuts.
By Todd Hertz, with additional reporting from Bob Smietana
posted 11/01/2002
Big Trouble at Big Idea
Former workers worry that Jonah could sink the company.
By Todd Hertz
posted 10/04/2002
No Cost-Sharing Allowed
Kentucky says Medi-Share's insurance alternative is unauthorized.
By Chuck Fager
posted 09/25/2002
Pocket Idolatry
New religious figurines let you take Francis of Assisi wherever you go.
By Ted Olsen
posted 09/18/2002
D.C. Baptists to Lose $476,000
SBC pulls support, saying interfaith gatherings were harmful.
By Corrie Cutrer
posted 08/26/2002
Let's Roll ©®™
The widow of Todd Beamer is concerned that the wrong people are embracing America's new creed.
By Ted Olsen
posted 04/08/2002
Treachery of the Highest Order
Andersen insurer pulls plug on Baptist Foundation of Arizona settlement.
By Chuck Fager
posted 04/02/2002
Fighting Chance
Bible-belt churches gear up for lottery battles in Tennessee and North Carolina.
By Chuck Fager in Fayetteville, N.C.
posted 03/25/2002
Holy Land Tourism Plunges
Visits to Israel fall 45 percent as violence escalates.
By Michael R. Smith in Jerusalem
posted 03/13/2002
SBC Agency May Revoke D.C. Funds
The District of Columbia Baptist Convention may lose $475,000 in annual support because of differences with the North American Mission Board.
By Ken Walker
posted 01/25/2002
Too Much 9/11 Giving
Charities overwhelmed by task of distributing $1.5 billion windfall.
By Tony Carnes in New York City
posted 12/20/2001
Economic Slump, Terrorism Jolt Giving
Charities unrelated to September 11 face a difficult year.
Ken Walker
posted 11/27/2001
Widow of September 11 Hero Starts Foundation
Todd M. Beamer fund established to care for children who lost parents on United Flight 93.
LaTonya Taylor
posted 11/26/2001
Christ's Returns
Building an investment plan beyond profit.
By Mary Naber
posted 9/18/01
How Shall We Then Invest?
Practical steps toward building Kingdom equity.
By Mary Naber
posted 9/18/01
Yahoo! Users Shun Christian Shopping Mall
Counterboycotts follow boycotts over portal's porn sites.
By John W. Kennedy
posted 9/5/01
CT Classic: If It's Too Good to Be True …
A dose of skepticism is okay even with fellow Christians.
A Christianity Today Editorial
posted 8/8/01
When Business Aims for Miracles
Minneapolis-St. Paul business professionals are some of the inner city's most effective "social entrepreneurs."
By Todd Svanoe
posted 5/25/01
Private Debt: The Final Frontier
Broadening relief to include middle-income countries with private bank debt would be tricky.
By Jeff M. Sellers
posted 5/23/01
Elderly Investors Target Accountant
But Baptist Foundation of Arizona victims will have to wait in line.
By Chuck Fager
posted 5/17/01
Indictments Handed Down
Five former Baptist Foundation of Arizona officials plead not guilty to theft, fraud, and racketeering.
By Associated Baptist Press
posted 5/17/01
Health Ministry in Receivership
Arrangement designed to save Christian Brotherhood Newsletter, not dissolve it.
By Chuck Fager
posted 5/16/01
Financial Warfare Club Under Legal Cloud
Maryland attorney general issues cease and desist order against company aimed at African-American Christians.
By Chuck Fager
posted 5/3/01
Weathering Economic Tsunamis
How the whole people of God can minister to the unemployed. An interview with career counselor Richard Kew.
By Jeff M. Sellers
posted 4/6/01
Jury Convicts Greater Ministries of Fraud
Five leaders face jail time for one of the largest Ponzi operations ever.
By Chuck Fager
posted 3/28/01
Ma Bell, Madam
Socially responsive investors question AT&T's trafficking in hardcore smut.
A Christianity Today Editorial
posted 3/12/01
Health Ministry Fraud Alleged
Ohio seeks $16 million in damages against Christian Brotherhood Newsletter.
By Chuck Fager
posted 3/9/01
Protestant Giving Rates Decline
Rate of decline even worse for evangelicals, says author of study.
By Stan Guthrie
posted 3/2/01
Businesses Find Money in Charity
Are for-profit Web sites skimming the collection plate?
By Jody Veenker
posted 2/20/01
Is God.com Dead?
Investors lost faith in iBelieve.com, Lightsource.com was extinguished, and Crosswalk is being run over. What happened to the for-profit Christian Web site boom?
By Mark A. Kellner
posted 2/9/01
Ponzi-Scheme Trial Begins
If convicted, Greater Ministries defendants face massive fines, prison terms.
By Chuck Fager in Tampa
posted 2/8/01
Electronic Giving Struggles to Catch On
Despite benefits, automatic electronic transfers still rare in churches.
By Ken Walker
posted 1/31/01
The Business of Resurrection
A fast-growing Kansas City church builds on success by using an innovative plan for real-estate development.
By Corrie Cutrer in Leawood, Kansas
posted 12/13/00
Jubilee 2000 Will Disband as Planned, But Its Work Will Continue
"The world will never be the same again."
By Cedric Pulford in London
posted 12/11/00
Grassroots Activism Delivers Debt Relief
The Jubilee 2000 success is evidence that everyday people can make a difference.
By Associated Baptist Press
posted 11/29/00
Cracks in the Convention
Texas South Baptists slash $5 million from Southern Baptist Convention.
By Deann Alford in Corpus Christi, Texas
posted 11/3/00
Is the Stock Market Good Stewardship?
I see more of our Christian brothers investing in the market. Is this a healthy trend?
By J. Raymond Albrektson
posted 11/1/00
'Gifting Clubs' Shut Down
Prosecutors say the faithful are being fleeced in pyramid schemes.
By Chuck Fager
posted 10/20/00
Left Behind Has Been Very, Very Good to Tyndale
Success leaves publisher wondering how to best steward the company's increase.
By Corrie Cutrer
posted 10/17/00
Bearing (some but not all) Burdens
Clean-living Christians create an unusual way to share medical expenses.
By Chuck Fager
posted 9/15/00
World Bank, Local Pastors Link to Fight Poverty
An unusual alliance promises more credit to Africa's poor.
By Odhiambo Okite
posted 7/6/00
The Seven Deadly Signs
Ministries that think they can do no financial wrong deceive themselves.
By John G. Stackhouse Jr.
posted 6/30/00
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