A church quoted Bad Bunny. The comments turned combative. What followed led Trip Porch to think about Jesus and Nicodemus … and what faithful engagement looks like in the digital age.
Empathy is the heart of our covenantal relationship with one another, proclaims Chris Henry.
Rubén Arjona writes on how empathy allows us to imagine the other person’s feelings, thoughts and experiences.
Charlie Berthoud recounts his son’s 4,000-mile charity bike ride from Virginia to California and witnessing remarkable generosity — especially from church communities along the journey.
Alfred Walker shares how a 1989 letter from a man who was imprisoned opened a path for ministry.
Doug McMahon reflects on how a bone marrow transplant teaches us that we humans are bound together, each needing the other, even at a cellular level.
Hastings College and the ASPIRE program are inviting students to an inclusive space where young people can explore their faith, build lasting connections and recognize their value.
They are dying. And they are faithful. Brenda Monroe Moten shares what she tells elderly Christians in troubled times.
In John 9, Jesus reshapes how we see. From blame to compassion. From fear to faith. From certainty to holy mystery, writes Tracey Davenport.
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
A community vigil reveals how small acts of presence can resist fear and restore our shared humanity.
In each issue of the Outlook, we include a discussion guide to further reflect on the issue. We recommend using this guide in your Bible study, small group or book club. It's our invitation into a faithful conversation.