What Does Faith Have to Do with Justice?
Do Christians stand for justice? In what ways has the message of white supremacy worked its way into Christian churches?
Social Concern
Where Have You Gone, Malcolm Gladwell?
An Open Letter
Progressives, too, may be free riders on what we disdainfully call “the establishment”—benefiting from tradition but not contributing to it, or even dismissing it.
In the Voting Booth with Saint Paul
Expressing our citizenship, according to Saint Paul, means drawing on the rights, power, and privilege we have as citizens of the heavenly kingdom. How can we protect the rights of the vulnerable when we vote on Tuesday?
Cynicism is not Wisdom
Cynicism among Christians often masquerades as discernment, which falsely suggests the cynic is wiser than others and sees what others do not.
St. Francis Redux for a Time of Crisis
How might the Prayer of St. Francis be adapted for these times? Poet Rick Peterson offers a fresh take on the social justice text, considering what kind of instrument we may be in a world in crisis.
Crossing Boundaries, Confronting Fears
First there is the fear, constructed by years of being told there are safe boundaries for white people. Second there is the shame of recognizing those stories are racist lies, and of realizing that invisibility is not a virtue.
The Ministry of Black Fatherhood
"Almost as much as the church, the barbershop as an institution helped shape who I’ve become. That Saturday morning I witnessed my son beginning to mold his own identity."
Humility and Christian Citizenship
Do we still see political leadership as public service? Or is it a way for people to wield power for their own self-interest and special interests? Angela Denker argues that service, and leadership, require humility.
The Love Ethic of Jesus: A model for Christian citizenship
We must live as Jesus taught and commanded us to live. We must also vote in light of those teachings and commandments.
The Voices God Hears
Voter suppression is a serious threat to our democracy. Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove gives a powerful example and biblical argument against this continuing practice.
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