Dress code: Case by case
The pastor seemed happy to meet Evan, and he said positive things about his work for the Calvary Center. Then he noticed Evan's yarmulke.
Toddler on the loose: Case by case
At first, Mandy was hesitant to come to the children's moment. Before long, some people thought she had become too comfortable in worship.
Shelter in the parsonage: Case by case
Roberta insisted that although her first husband had abused her, Hank had never hit her. Neither Ian nor Abigail believed these assurances.
Pulpit rotation: Case by case
The community Thanksgiving service would be at the Southern Baptist church that year, but it was Madeline's church's turn to supply the preacher.
Paper chase: Case by case
Larry wondered what Stan wanted to see him about. Stan was not the sort of parishioner who often asked for counsel or help with a problem.
Unwanted publicity: Case by case
Around 3:30, an SUV bearing the local TV station's logo pulled up. Thomas wondered how they knew about the service project.