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Choosing a church for your family is one of the most significant decisions you will ever make. It isn't just about finding a place where the worship music resonates or the coffee is hot. For parents, it is about finding a community that will partner with you in the spiritual formation of your children while keeping them physically, emotionally, and spiritually safe. In our desire to find a spiritual home, we often fall victim to the "halo effect." We assume that because a bui

Faith and Healing For years, I’ve watched leaders approach church management like they’re running a mid-sized tech firm. We focus on the metrics: the Sunday attendance numbers, the giving reports, the efficiency of our volunteer scheduling software, and the slickness of our stage lighting. While excellence matters, there is a dangerous trap in the "CEO model" of ministry. When we prioritize the organization over the community, we don’t just lose our way: we lose our soul. I’v

It is only noon, and for many of us, the day already feels heavy. By the time the clock hits 12:00 PM, you have likely scrolled through a dozen headlines, checked three different news apps, and seen a flurry of social media posts about the latest global crisis. The weight of the world is no longer something we hear about on the evening news once a day. It is something we carry in our pockets from the moment we wake up. This constant stream of information can leave you feeling

It’s easy to feel like the world is spinning a little faster than it should. When you check the headlines at lunch, the sheer volume of "breaking news" can feel like a heavy blanket. At The McReport, we believe you deserve the truth without the extra baggage of manufactured drama. Today, we are zooming in on a story that has everyone from campus quads to the West Wing talking: the arrest of a graduate student at Columbia University by Homeland Security agents. The Facts Ear

We live in a world that never stops talking. Between the 24-hour news cycle, social media notifications, and the constant hum of political debate, it feels like we are drowning in information. But here is the catch: more information hasn’t made us more peaceful. In fact, for most of us, it has done the exact opposite. If you spend thirty minutes scrolling through the top stories of the day, you usually walk away feeling one of three things: angry, anxious, or exhausted. This

By 12:00 PM, most of us have already consumed a full day’s worth of stress. Between the morning headlines, social media notifications, and the general hum of a world that feels increasingly volatile, the "midday slump" isn't just about physical tiredness anymore. It is a mental and spiritual exhaustion caused by an information overload that we weren't designed to carry. At The McReport, we believe you can stay informed without sacrificing your internal quiet. We call this the

Midday has a way of feeling crowded. Between the pings on your phone and the headlines scrolling across every screen, the world can feel like a very loud place. At The McReport, we believe you deserve the facts without the friction. As we lean into this Friday, February 27, 2026, our goal is to help you navigate the noise with a heart centered on Christ and a mind focused on the truth. Here are the five stories shaping our world this midday. 1. A Media Giant Reimagined: Para

1. The Facts United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled to arrive in Israel for a high-level diplomatic mission spanning March 2-3, 2026. This visit comes at a time of heightened regional volatility and increased military posturing. According to State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott, the primary objectives of the trip involve discussions regarding the escalating tensions with Iran, the ongoing instability in Lebanon, and the implementation of President Tr

Faith and Healing Healing is rarely a straight line. If you’ve been walking this path for any length of time, you know that some days feel like a giant leap forward, while others feel like a confusing stumble backward. Whether you are seeking physical restoration, emotional wholeness, or recovery from a deep spiritual wound, the journey is often paved with more questions than answers. In my years of studying the intersection of faith and wellness, I’ve noticed a recurring pat

Movie Reviews If your family is anything like mine, animated movies are usually an easy “yes”… until the trailers start hinting at danger, aliens, moral gray areas, or jokes that feel like they were written for adults. Elio (a space-themed adventure) has a big heart, strong emotional themes, and just enough peril to make some parents pause. This is my Christian parent-style review , what’s in it, what to watch for, and how to turn it into a discipleship moment instead of a s

You can have the best sermon, the slickest production, and the most comfortable seats in town, but if people don't feel seen when they walk through your doors, none of it matters. Here's what I've learned after decades of ministry: trust isn't built in the big moments. It's built in the small ones. The handshake. The eye contact. The follow-up text that says, "I noticed you weren't here last week, everything okay?" That's presence. And right now, presence is the most valuab

You have about seven seconds. That's the window. Seven seconds to shape how someone feels about your entire church, ministry, or organization. And here's what most volunteer teams miss: it's not what you say in those seven seconds that matters most. It's how you say it. The information desk isn't just a table with brochures and a friendly face. It's a frontline ministry. It's where anxious first-time visitors decide whether they'll come back. It's where confused parents find

That quick "how are you?" in the church hallway. The two-minute chat with a neighbor while checking the mailbox. The simple exchange with a stranger in line at the grocery store. We brush past these moments like they're nothing. Background noise. Filler between the "real" parts of our day. But what if I told you those tiny, unremarkable conversations are some of the most powerful tools God has placed in your hands? The Hidden Power You're Already Carrying Here's something f

Something happened yesterday. Something quiet. Something powerful. And you were part of it. Maybe you don't even know what you did. You shifted over in the row. You smiled at a stranger. You said "good morning" like you actually meant it. You held a door. You noticed someone standing alone and walked straight toward them instead of away. That's it. That's all it took. And somewhere in that building, a person exhaled for the first time all week. They felt seen . They felt want

You walked past it this Sunday. You probably didn't even notice. That moment in the hallway , the quick wave, the half-smile from someone whose name you're still trying to remember, the brief exchange about the weather before worship started , felt ordinary. Unremarkable. Forgettable. But here's what I want you to sit with today: that moment may have been the most important part of someone's entire week. Not the sermon. Not the worship set. Not the announcements. The hallwa

We’ve all been there. The alarm goes off, your hand fumbles for the phone, and before you’ve even rubbed the sleep from your eyes, you’re staring at a glowing screen filled with headlines about international conflict, economic downturns, or local tragedies. Within five minutes of waking up, your heart rate is up, your mood is down, and you’re already carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders. At The McReport, we believe being informed shouldn't mean being overwhelmed

Staying informed doesn’t have to mean staying anxious. The key is to start your news day the same way you’d start a difficult conversation: with a steady heart, clear priorities, and a commitment to truth. This is a quick-start guide you can use in 10–15 minutes, especially on heavy-news mornings, so you’re informed and grounded. Facts (What’s making headlines right now, neutral, no spin) Below are several major stories currently dominating international coverage, as summa

If you’ve spent more than five minutes on social media lately, you know exactly what the "information age" feels like. It feels less like a library and more like a firehose. Between the 24-hour news cycle, the rise of AI-generated content, and the constant hum of political debate, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, anxious, or even cynical. As Christians, we aren't called to hide from the world, but we aren't called to be consumed by it either. We are called to discernment . This

Important note (truth + clarity): I can’t responsibly list “today’s top headlines” for Feb. 27, 2026 in this draft because I don’t have live access to AP/Reuters/UN wires inside this workspace. Instead, this post gives you a Christ-centered, peace-first framework you can apply to any day’s headlines, without panic, tribal heat, or doom-scrolling. AEO Block (Answer Engine Optimization) What is the “peace-first way” to follow the news? A peace-first approach (often called

If you’ve scrolled through your feed for more than thirty seconds this morning, you’ve probably felt it. That low-grade hum of anxiety. The headlines are hitting faster than ever, and let’s be honest: the world in early 2026 feels a bit like a pressure cooker with a flickering gauge. Between shifting alliances, economic "tug-of-wars," and regions that seem to be on the brink of boiling over, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But at The McReport , we believe that clarity is the f