Approaching politics, religion, money like Jesus
Three taboos of courteous conversation are politics, religion and money. Surprisingly, the last week in the earthly life of Jesus included all three.
Filters
Unfortunately, searching for a church community is more difficult than we perceive it to be. It comes with a myriad of questions and concerns. These can at times, hinder God’s intention to find your purpose within God’s idea of community, the local church.
Six ways to connect across difference
In a diverse society, we face the challenge of differing perspectives and life experience all the time. From the holiday dinner table to the church council to interfaith dialogue, we encounter people who think, believe, dress, and act differently than we do.
A new patriotism amid growing challenges and heightened emotions
Patriotism—this kind of devotion—is not something you do alone. For the word patriot has a derivative: compatriot, which means “fellow country people.” We are destined to be in relationship with one another. For we live together in communities, not alone.
Who killed Jesus?
As we prepare for the Passion of our Christ, the conversation begins anew about who was responsible for the death of Jesus Christ. I maintain that “who killed Jesus?” is not the pertinent question. It is pertinent to understand the context, yes; but moreover, to know that through Jesus’ death and resurrection we are redeemed.”
Theological education in North America: Crises and faithful creativity
Theological schools in North America are facing a time when they must turn toward new models and philosophies.