Intimate Conversations
The Bible can help us have better conversations about sexFor many of us, formation around sexuality was often marked by a lack of information and honest dialogue. The teaching we did receive was confusing at times, especially since secular and religious ideas about sexuality often seem at odds.These concerns can be especially acute for parents seeking […]
James
The letter of James has a clear and compelling message: faith in Jesus Christ must make a difference in how we live. James calls individual believers and the church to live with integrity, to be “whole” people and not “double-minded.” What we believe and know must be reflected in what we say and do. Although […]
Bad Religion, Good News
It’s time for the church to confront its checkered past—and present. Christians have vigorously upheld the evil of slavery in the Americas, apartheid in South Africa, the Crusades, and internment camps. Religious wrongdoing is more than just history. Many today have suffered church-related trauma or have seen loved ones hurt by believers. Some of us have […]
Whole and Human
Awaken your senses to a life beyond survivalIn an age of conflict, disparity, and uncertainty, do we really need more church practices built around self-denial, grief, suffering, penance, and fasting? For individuals and communities on the margins, we don’t need weekly or daily reminders about grief—we have enough already. Instead, we need traditions that oppose […]
Mending Sunday
God compels us to unity amid differenceChristians are some of the most divided people on the planet. We call each other names and split along political lines, denominational lines, and other fissures we imagine and create. The vast majority would rather fellowship with, go to church with, be friends with, vacation with, break bread with, […]
Hope for the Mission
To get it right in the mission to end homelessness, we don’t have to choose between faith and factsFor well over a century, Christian ministries have actively offered relief for the poor and unhoused in North America. The dominant model in faith-based homelessness response has long been gospel rescue missions, nonprofit organizations that shelter and […]
Grace Over Guns
We need to talk about the reality of warWar remains a clear and present evil, yet North American Christians often don’t feel equipped to talk about it. When a US Air Force drone drops a bomb on a wedding party in Yemen, for example, few of us have the language to talk about that violence. […]
Confronting Racism and White Supremacy in the US
Confronting Racism and White Supremacy in the US: Twenty-First-Century Theological Perspectives is a collection of essays on contemporary issues in the ongoing fight against racial oppression and inequality in the US. Edited by Michael R. Fisher Jr., it includes contributions from ecumenical leaders, scholars of religion, and activists with insights about the role religion can and […]
A Legacy of Faith and Justice
Pan-African communities are disproportionately affected by the devastating challenges of hunger and poverty, yet these communities have risen with remarkable faith and resilience to advocate for justice and equity. A Legacy of Faith and Justice sheds light on the untold stories of Pan-African people of faith in the global fight to end hunger. Through vivid […]
Beyond Blessed Parenting
Beyond Blessed Parenting is the perfect guide for parents seeking to navigate the complexities of raising children in today’s tumultuous world with heartfelt insights into personal growth and spiritual connection. It begins with a candid reflection on the author’s inner doubts and challenges, revealing a transparent authenticity about the imperfections of parenting. This relatability sets […]