The Church of the Brethren has gone from plain to mainstream in its 300 years. But despite the transformation, the 130,000-member church has remained rooted in Pietism and Anabaptism and true to its ...

The formerly strict dress code for Brethren women seems to have relaxed. Ross and Charlotte’s elder daughters are wearing make-up, as are most of the other young women I meet. When they are not in ...

Pastor Gabriel Nelson said the 10:30 a.m. service will include preaching by someone who grew up and was ordained in the Midland church. Later, a potluck meal will be shared and attendees can view a ...

The Plymouth Christian Church, formerly known as Exclusive Brethren, has reportedly ordered its members to get rid of pets, ...