Latest Posts
Disaster Recovery: Caring for Soul as Well as Body
by S. Craig Tally
Disaster recovery is more than rebuilding houses. Read one pastor's account of the spiritual damage many survivors carry.
Beyond Breeches, Buckles, and Balls
by Susan VanZanten
Why all the hoopla over the 200th Anniversary of Jane Austen's death? The answer, argues Susan VanZanten, has to do with kindness.
Making Hearts Sing: Jazz Composer and Pianist Deanna Witkowski
by Susan Sink
In this interview, Deanna Witkowski talks about making hearts sing, why jazz is the perfect music for worship, and how improvisation can help theologians.
Flannery’s Twin
by Angela Alaimo O'Donnell
Flannery O'Connor was an only child, but once she remarked that death was "brother to my imagination." Don't miss this poem about Flannery's eerie twin.
Articles & Essays
Disaster Recovery: Caring for Soul as Well as Body
by S. Craig Tally
Disaster recovery is more than rebuilding houses. Read one pastor's account of the spiritual damage many survivors carry.
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Beyond Breeches, Buckles, and Balls
by Susan VanZanten
Why all the hoopla over the 200th Anniversary of Jane Austen's death? The answer, argues Susan VanZanten, has to do with kindness. -
Let Them Listen: White Christians Need to Make an Investment in Learning about Racismby David Evans
In the wake of Charlottesville, David Evans writes why he no longer will answer the question: "Why is racism still a problem?" -
Get Ready for the God Showby John Hudson
If and when we actually pay attention, Creation will always humble us. So, get ready for the God Show: coming to Carbondale, Illinois for two minutes only.
Interviews
Making Hearts Sing: Jazz Composer and Pianist Deanna Witkowski
by Susan Sink
In this interview, Deanna Witkowski talks about making hearts sing, why jazz is the perfect music for worship, and how improvisation can help theologians.
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Collegeville Institute Greats: Parker J. Palmer, Part Twoby Collegeville Institute
In part two of this interview, Parker J. Palmer speaks about healing the heart of democracy, the importance of stories, and why Americans need "soul work." -
Collegeville Institute Greats: Parker J. Palmer, Part Oneby Collegeville Institute
In this interview from 2010, former Resident Scholar Parker J. Palmer speaks about the politics of the brokenhearted — a topic increasingly relevant today. -
Faltering Toward Godby Susan Sink
Sometimes faltering forward is all we can manage in this life of faith. Don't miss this interview with Marjorie Stelmach about her latest book of poetry.
Books
A Jesus-Soaked Imagination
by Eugene H. Peterson
Eugene H. Peterson's latest book is a collection of his sermons from decades in ministry. Read an excerpt on why pastors need a "Jesus-soaked imagination."
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The Whole Person on Pilgrimageby Brett Webb-Mitchell
In this excerpt from Practicing Pilgrimage, Brett Webb-Mitchell writes: "The body does not merely carry around the heart and mind of the pilgrim." -
A Voice from Within: Vocation in Younger Adulthoodby Jane Patterson
In this excerpt, Jane Patterson uses stories from the Bible to explore how young adults can discern their vocation. -
Book Notes, June 2017by Collegeville Institute
Our June 2017 book notes includes titles about infertility, theology, and pilgrimage, all written by authors affiliated with the Collegeville Institute.
Poetry
Flannery’s Twin
by Angela Alaimo O'Donnell
Flannery O'Connor was an only child, but once she remarked that death was "brother to my imagination." Don't miss this poem about Flannery's eerie twin.
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Fisher’s Clubby Sharon Chmielarz
Read the poem "Fisher's Club" excerpted from The Widow's House, named one of Kirkus Reviews' Best Books of 2016, by Sharon Chmielarz. -
For the Love of Bodiesby Ruth Johnston
A new poem by Ruth Johnston, participant in the summer 2014 writing workshop, Poetry, Prose and Prayer: A Week with Michael Dennis Browne. -
Summer Song of Songsby Regina Bechtle
In this playful poem, Regina Bechtle reimagines the biblical Song of Songs from the perspective of pesky flies after a summer storm.
