Early Christianity, fragment by fragment

A new published volume of ancient papyri contains sayings, attributed to Jesus, that were previously unknown—including a dialogue with a disciple named Mary.

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Connecting the dots

Heather Cox Richardson guides us through serial attempts to overturn the liberal consensus in America.

April 21, Easter 4B (Psalm 23; John 10:11–18)

A dead shepherd isn’t helpful to anyone, least of all to the sheep left behind.

Love without end (1 John 3:1-7)

The idea that God loves us seems so simple.

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Connecting the dots

Heather Cox Richardson guides us through serial attempts to overturn the liberal consensus in America.

Mitri Raheb takes on Christian Zionists (even the liberal ones)

The Palestinian theologian challenges Christians to examine their feelings about Israel—and to ask what their faith has to do with these feelings.

How might God bless a divided America?

On a recent trip to the US, I went to church—and found myself pondering three liturgical moments.

Trending topics: Israel and Jewish identity

Books on the identity of Israel