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The Bible offers a key to how to live faithfully and lovingly in a world full of diverse opinions, writes John Williams.
“Not everyone understands God in the way I understand God,” is an important lesson. Even more importantly — we can honor, welcome and respect those who think, believe and understand God differently. In this issue of the Outlook, we examine the radical hospitality of Jesus, who walked, taught, served, healed and loved — all in a multifaith world.
The Bible offers a key to how to live faithfully and lovingly in a world full of diverse opinions, writes John Williams.
"Johnson notes upfront that this book is written for churches with privilege, and for folks who believe that inequality – particularly wealth disparity – is contrary to God’s will," writes Mamie Broadhurst.
"It is not enough to be optimistic. Defiant, active, solution-oriented optimism undergirded by strategy and resources can fuel true change, one impact at a time," writes Kelli Walker.
James Martin, SJ HarperOne, 384 pages | Published Sep. 5, 2023 It’s easy to accept Come Forth’s assertion that the raising of..
"Other traditions can reteach Christians what we have forgotten," writes John Thatamanil.
"As rural people and leaders, we have both an opportunity and an obligation to both witness and testify to Jesus’ inclusive ministry," writes Phillip Blackburn.
Vibrant, multifaith chaplaincy exists where there is a “both/and” model of engagement, Kelly Stone explains.
Joe Morrow says contemporary life in the 21st century is about “coming to terms with the array of options.”
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.
“Not everyone understands God in the way I understand God” is an important lesson, writes Teri McDowell Ott. Even more important: we can honor, welcome and respect those who understand God differently.
Teri McDowell Ott, Editor of the Presbyterian Outlook, sat down with author, speaker, educator and interfaith leader Eboo Patel for a faithful conversation about his recent book, "We Need to Build: Field Notes for Diverse Democracy."
When wonder awakens, so does a connection to the most intimate ways in which we identify ourselves, our relationship to one another and with the Divine.
Rosalind Banbury's first reflection on the 2023-2024 Presbyterian Women/Horizons Bible Study.
"If you want to learn how to be a better active listener, to improve as a pastor, chaplain, or even as a good friend, this podcast is worth checking out," writes Eric Nolin.