For some years, I have followed societies in their efforts to address past evil—those of countries such as South Africa, Chile, Uganda, and Germany, and of the Catholic Church towards its clerical abuse. I have discerned two paradigms. The dominant paradigm, held by diplomats, politicians, human rights activists, and lawyers,
It is a bit daunting to imagine saying anything new about Matteo Ricci, SJ, (利瑪竇, 1552-1610)—it is a bit like being tasked to provide a talk on Galileo (1564-1642), Louis XIV of France (1638-1715), Peter Canisius (1521-1597), and John Henry Newman (1801-1890). The enterprise of writing and publishing books about
We have all experienced seasons when the Book of Mormon does not seem eager to answer questions. As readers, we opens its pages with a list of hopes, and perhaps a prayer for clarity about work, family, belief, or direction. The words appear steady and unchanged, but the hoped for
Following are updates shared from submissions from ELCA-affiliated state public policy offices (SPPOs) this quarter (formerly shared monthly). Full list and map of SPPOs available. KANSAS | PENNSYLVANIA | VIRGINIA | WISCONSIN Kansas Interfaith Action Rabbi Moti Rieber, Executive Director These last few months have been a whirlwind of
In this week’s Sermon Notes Podcast, Jay Strother and Brian Ball walk through 1 Peter 2:18–25 and explore what it means to find hope when suffering is real and circumstances are unjust. Peter’s instruction on submission can feel challenging, especially when authority is imperfect, but the passage reframes submission as
Why do Christians observe Shrove Tuesday? 17 February 2026 is Shrove Tuesday, the traditional day for eating pancakes before the start of Lent. This is the story…. Bible Society researcher defends ‘Quiet Revival’ findings on rising Christian confidence The lead researcher behind the “Quiet Revival” report, published by the Bible
Seminarians often conflate intellectual formation with academics, and while the two do overlap, they are distinct categories. Intellectual formation is more than passing exams or making good grades; it is about forming the seminarian so that he can think with the mind of Christ and the mind of the Church.
For those who feel a quiet prompting to look backward with purpose—to open doors into generations and centuries past or to capture their own personal journey—RootsTech is just around the corner hoping to help. Through generous sharing of knowledge and a spirit of passionate pursuit, we can take what may