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Some Biblical Reflections on Refugees

Some Biblical Reflections on Refugees

Posted on February 8, 2017February 5, 2017 by Mark Randall James
The Biblical story of salvation begins with a community of refugees. The book of Genesis recounts how Jacob and his family sought refuge in Egypt from a severe famine. The book of Exodus begins–... Read More
Why Interfaith is a not a Safe Word

Why Interfaith is a not a Safe Word

Posted on February 26, 2016February 26, 2016 by Micah Norman-Pace
Two weeks before I moved to Boston this past August, my parents received a letter in the mail that was for me. The card read in bold letters “ONE WORLD, ONE FAITH, ONE WORLD RELIGION.” I f... Read More
3 Ways to Be an Ally to People with Mental Illness In Your Church

3 Ways to Be an Ally to People with Mental Illness In Your Church

Posted on May 6, 2015May 5, 2015 by Deborah Ruth Ferber
If you’ve ever struggled with a mental illness and heard people chime in with expressions like “you’ll get through this, just have more faith,” “God will never give you more than you can han... Read More
The Power of Being Seen

The Power of Being Seen

Posted on March 31, 2015March 29, 2015 by DeShannon Bowens
I remember the scene in my head like it was yesterday. I walked up to a stranger, looked her in the eye and said, “I am here to be seen.” Her response was, “And I see you.” Then I proceeded to... Read More
Is God Afraid of Sexuality? - Part 2

Is God Afraid of Sexuality? – Part 2

Posted on November 20, 2014November 20, 2014 by DeShannon Bowens
A few weeks ago, I was inspired to begin exploring the relationship between sexuality, religion and fear. In Part 1 of my essay, I purposefully chose an image of God that was a man with a stern expre... Read More
The Valley of the Shadow of Death - Seeking a Jewish Afterlife

The Valley of the Shadow of Death – Seeking a Jewish Afterlife

Posted on July 23, 2014July 23, 2014 by Adam Zagoria-Moffet
A month ago, my mother-in-law’s brother passed away suddenly and unexpectedly. Tom (may his memory be for a blessing), was far too young, too healthy, and too committed to his family for anyone ... Read More
(E)valuation - The Sacrifice of Erekh in Lev 27

(E)valuation – The Sacrifice of Erekh in Lev 27

Posted on May 15, 2014May 15, 2014 by Adam Zagoria-Moffet
In the sidra or section of the Tora that Jewish communities read this past week, Behuqotai, we find a curious description of an offering. Now, at the end of the book of Vayiqra (Leviticus) it shoul... Read More
Interpretweeting: An Experiment in Social Media

Interpretweeting: An Experiment in Social Media

Posted on May 7, 2014May 6, 2014 by Mark Randall James
What can you say worth saying in 140 characters? I used to think: not much. But if the ancient wisdom of the great Scriptural commentators could be expressed in less than 140 characters, why shouldn... Read More
Ridicule and Rationality: Jon Stewart's Interfaith Dialogue

Ridicule and Rationality: Jon Stewart’s Interfaith Dialogue

Posted on January 14, 2014January 16, 2014 by Mark Randall James
Good liberals know that religious beliefs are to be celebrated, but not criticized and certainly not ridiculed -- at least in polite company. In the real world, interfaith relations aren't so well-be... Read More
A Visit Christian Family Bookstore by Nathan Hershberger

A Visit Christian Family Bookstore by Nathan Hershberger

Posted on October 10, 2013October 9, 2013 by Guest Post
“Full Armor of God.  $19.99” This small figurine caught my eye just as I entered the “Family Christian Bookstore.”  Happily, it confirmed everything I wanted it to confirm about American eva... Read More
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