Should clergy be mandated reporters? New York’s CARE Act says yes
‘Because pastors do not report abuse, it allows abusers to keep on preying on vulnerable individuals,’ said advocate Abbi Nye.
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At Tyre Nichols’ funeral, VP Harris and Sharpton among those praying and promising reform
‘When we talk about public safety, let us understand what it means in its truest form: Tyre Nichols should have been safe,’ the vice president said.
Crucified Lord Who Rose So We Might Live
A hymn for Transfiguration Sunday.
Baby, baby — the blessing of being wholly attentive
Andrew Taylor-Troutman reflects on a week of learning with poet and essayist Ross Gay.
Be gentle with yourself this Epiphany season
Maybe the ordinary and divine comingle like coffee with cream, writes Karie Charlton.
Pittsburgh Theological Seminary offers hybrid programs in your neighborhood
“This hybrid model allows us to increase access for our students while remaining rooted in our pedagogical commitments to student formation.”
It shouldn’t seem so surprising when the pope says being gay ‘isn’t a crime’ – a Catholic theologian explains
Public theologian Steven P. Millies reflects on Pope Francis' call for Catholics to welcome and accept LGBTQ people.
The Jewish roots of the Eucharist
Today’s Christian Eucharist is a combination of the Jewish synagogue service and Passover meal as adapted by the early Jewish Christians.
Doctor of Ministry in Spiritual Direction launched at United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities
Courses set to begin fall 2023.
Inciting Joy
"[W]hat if joy is not only entangled with pain, or suffering, or sorrow, but is also what emerges from how we care for each other through those things?"
Life as pilgrimage
Pittsburgh Theological Seminary alum Simeon Rodgers reflects on a pilgrimage he took to the U.S.-Mexico border.
US Hispanic Protestant churches are young, growing and largely new to the country
We see more and more English-speaking churches either planting a Hispanic church or adding a service in Spanish to their current congregation,' said Giancarlo Montemayor with Lifeway Recursos.
Review: “You People” is the Black-Jewish movie of the year
"Guess Who's Coming To Dinner." The 2023 version. With hip hop.
The Catholic Church’s upcoming discussion of homosexuality
The relaxation of doctrine for pastoral purposes is itself a Christian doctrine. Is Pope Francis headed that way?
The Bread of Life
Kendall Vanderslice, a professional baker and practical theologian, reflects on how bread can mirror the journey of faith.
A case for Ordinary Time
When it comes to naming the Sundays between Christmas and Lent, Eliza C. Jaremko will always opt for "Ordinary Time."
NC church victimized by cyber crime sets up crowdfund to replace stolen money
A North Carolina church cheated out of more than $793,000 in funds it had raised to build a new sanctuary has set up a GoFundMe account to try to replace some of the stolen money.
Tyre Nichols police beating video prompts faith leaders to react with grief, goals
They expressed grief and prayers for Nichols’ family, as well as called for national and state legislation. Some questioned whether the video of the police beating of Nichols should be watched.
Order of worship — February 12, 2023
You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
Repairing relationships — Weekly Christian ed lesson
In this lesson, children will examine Jesus’ message about anger in his Sermon on the Mount and will consider how addressing disagreements with the intent to repair our relationships can draw us closer to one another.
Sixth Sunday after Epiphany — February 12, 2023
How do we continue to live when our mentors and leaders leave us?
New technology allows Holocaust survivors to tell their stories for all time
The technology is providing a way for future generations to interact with a hologram-style likenesses of Holocaust survivors.
‘He Gets Us’ organizers hope to spend $1 billion to promote Jesus. Will anyone care?
This year’s Super Bowl will feature a $20 million pair of pro-Jesus ads promoting the idea that Jesus ‘gets us,’ part of the larger ‘He Gets Us’ campaign. Organizers hope to spend a billion dollars in the next three years to redeem Jesus’ brand.
Become like children
For our February issue on pilgrimage, Teri Ott reflects on the connection between the archetypical hero's journey and traveling as a pilgrim.
Tech watch: Boost your Bible study
Three software programs to take your Scripture explorations to the next level.
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