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Reading the Joseph story after Charlottesville
Anyone who seeks to divide people is working against God. And refusing to say that is sin.
It's time to quit blaming smartphones
Americans are socially isolated. Digital devices at least allow us to interact.
What ascetics have taught me about divine light
In the eastern tradition, theosis—union with God—is the goal of the Christian life.
When the Bible is profane
I led a study of Judges. It wasn't easy.
What if no one shows up?
Asking the question gives people space to discern the answer.
The allure of denial
It’s not that things are changing for our church. They’ve already changed.
To be vessel and passage
We receive a gift to carry and pour out to others. We are carved into channels through which God flows love.
I'll pray for you anyway
“We more often remember when we have been hurt or wounded," the spiritual director said. “But kindness and love abound.”
America the question
The nation is always at its best when we eschew certainty.
A God like no other
What will it take for us to turn away from the lesser gods who are consuming our children without hindrance?
You only believe in science!
We all bring our values, hopes, and fears to the data that science provides—whether we're religious or not.
God the cheerleader
Prayer can feel like wasted time because of our culture of busyness. Even more, we may not expect God to do much.
The trouble with normal
People like me on the autism spectrum are often misunderstood in the workplace. But the situation isn't hopeless.
The pope who prioritizes
Francis hasn't just adopted a different style from Benedict. He has put first things first.
Sermon writing and other slow rituals
It'd be easy to rush though my preparation time. I start by making coffee in a French press to set an unhurried pace.
The problem with idols
Like the Athenians Paul speaks to in Acts 17, we create substitutes for the Creator.
Yay singing
Our small church doesn't have praise teams or a chorus with dozens of members. But we have something precious.
Is your church physically welcoming?
You may have signs everywhere proclaiming inclusion of all. But the building itself can exclude some.
Green lights and privilege
Driving provides a good example of privilege—and our ignorance of it.
Tomboys, trans folks, and the Times
Gender transitions can be lifesaving. But they're not the right path for everyone.