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Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

10 Ways to Be a Welcoming Church to Those With Special Needs

For those willing to welcome those with special needs, how can today’s churches better serve these families? One parent shares some tips.

What Is The Durable Goods Report And What Does It Mean For Investors Right Now?

The durable goods report, issued by the U.S. Census Bureau, measures demand for long-lasting goods and is a popular economic indicator for value investors (among others).

Durable Goods Orders Increase, Again

A sixth straight gain in durable goods orders (minus transportation equipment) underscores rising demand that should help to broaden economic growth.

You Want Growth? Forget GDP and the Fed, Look at Durable Goods

A sharp increase in durable goods orders indicates a strong economy.

10 Things to Know About May’s Durable Goods Report

A drop in aircraft orders puts the May durable goods report in a nosedive.

How Much Does Your State Rely On Durable Goods Manufacturing?

How Much Does Your State Rely On Durable Goods Manufacturing?

Just How Durable is That Barcode?

Chances are you don’t have a crockmeter (aka Taber abrader) in your office or out back in the stock room. This type of equipment is typically used by mater

How to be a 'durable human'

Health journalist Jennifer Joy Madden teaches us how to raise durable children in the digital age.

Why are durable seals important?

Without seals we would have fluids leaking all over the place and contaminants infiltrating countless machines and forcing companies to spend heaps of cash on maintenance. It is important for seals to be durable enough to withstand all the stresses an environment can throw at them long enough for the user to get their money’s worth.

What Is Durable POA for Finances?

This power-of-attorney directive specifies who can make financial decisions if you're incapacitated.

A Cardboard Skateboard Is Surprisingly Durable

Signal Snowboards has a long history of making custom boards using unorthodox materials. But lately it’s been fixated on using cardboard, and after building both a rideable surfboard and snowboard, the company has now gone and built a surprisingly tough cardboard skateboard.

What’s the Most Durable Flooring?

Consumer Reports highlights the best flooring types for the home. Hint: It’s not hardwood flooring.

How to create a durable gingerbread house

Few confections symbolize the holidays more so than gingerbread.

How Durable Is The Potemkin Economy?

The economy is not robust... “we are puffing it up” with fiscal and monetary gimmickry.

What are Durable Functions?

Oh no! Not more jargon! What exactly does the term Durable Functions mean? Durable functions have to do with Serverless architectures. It’s an extension

Tips for Choosing Durable Craft Beer Packaging

Make sure your beer bottles and/or cans are durable and maintain the integrity and taste of your craft brew with these tips.

What is an IDA?

What is an IDA<br>An Individual Development Account (IDA) is a matched savings account that enables families with limited financial resources to save and build assets<br>IDAs encourage savings by matching participant deposits, which then are invested in one of the following assets:<br>Homeownership<br>Post-secondary education or job training<br>Home rehabilitation or repair<br>Employment-related adaptive equipment, technology or specialized training<br>IDAs are about more then receiving…

Is cork flooring durable?

You may be considering cork flooring, but have concerns about whether it will be durable enough for to stand up to the normal daily routines in your home.