Three brief extracts from my reading: prevalence of guns; how to read; our experience of faith in a pluralistic world.
A detective series on Masterpiece Theater (PBS) that emphasizes mercy and human dignity.
Journalist George Packer says there are four competing stories being told about America by Americans. It’s not a good situation. What story do we tell?
What happened behind the scenes to prepare for the COVID-19 pandemic. The story of a group of largely unknown but plucky scientists and public health officials.
Two magazine articles on disgust—something that is sadly tearing the fragile fabric of our society—that are worth reading and discussing.
In a carefully constructed study, two Christian sociologists show how White evangelicals are against racism but inadvertently promote a racialized society.
Two magazine articles on forgiveness and justice worth reading and discussing.
We will fail to see our neighbor accurately if we think to highly of ourselves. And sadly, I think far too highly of myself.
The wisdom of the Church summarized in the Westminster Larger Catechism on the 9th commandment speaks to how we should speak today.
In Being Consumed, William Cavanaugh uses St Augustine and the Eucharist to challenge Christians to live faithfully in the free market.