Mourning Pope Francis—and his limits

As a progressive Catholic, I admired Francis. As a woman and a feminist, I was often disappointed by him.

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Tolkien 2.0

The fantasy writer’s vast theological and philosophical universe is unfolding in the hands of artists, scholars, and game designers.

Beyond the whore, the angel, and the shrew

Gila Fine shows how the Talmud both upholds and subverts classic archetypes for female characters.

Evangelical fantasies in Amish country

I grew up in the Quiverfull movement. In the tourism industry of Shipshewana, Indiana, I see a lot that looks familiar.

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Faithful Thomas (John 20:19-31)

Christianity in India goes back to the ancient world.

Tolkien 2.0

The fantasy writer’s vast theological and philosophical universe is unfolding in the hands of artists, scholars, and game designers.

Politics

Evangelical fantasies in Amish country

I grew up in the Quiverfull movement. In the tourism industry of Shipshewana, Indiana, I see a lot that looks familiar.

White supremacy and the Latino vote

Journalist Paola Ramos takes a nuanced look at the world of right-wing Latinos, revealing the logic behind their ideology.

The Trump administration hasn’t attacked religious schools and seminaries—yet

Liberation theologian Ignacio Ellacuría didn’t leave us a blueprint for resistance, but he speaks to times like ours.

Police reform in Minneapolis and beyond

Sociologist Michelle Phelps analyzes the racial and political factors in reform efforts both before and after George Floyd’s murder.