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Her tiny cabin was part of an old Methodist campground, a fact that delighted her to no end. When it came to other religions, she had a sharp and amused tongue.

Of the four projects I focused on in my article on alternate lectionaries, Eric Lemonholm's Open Source Lectionary arguably got the least attention—the fewest words, the fourth slot of four. But that's not because I found it to be the least interesting or significant.

New today from the Century: Brian Doyle's grandmother's thoughts on Protestants, MaryAnn McKibben Dana on the Vietnam Memorial and pastoral leadership, more.

In a recent public conversation, I was touched by Richard Mouw's kindness and civility. It gave me hope for my church.

While Gravity doesn't pass the Bechdel test, it does feature a female lead in a story that isn't about romance or sex. But is it her story or Everyman's?

Some years ago, on the day before All Saints’ Day, the country’s best distance runners met in Central Park. These included two old friends, Ryan Hall and Ryan Shay.

New today from the Century: The Century media columnists discuss Gravity, John Buchanan on disagreeing civilly with Richard Mouw, more.

Portugal no longer sends out missionaries on any scale, but Brazil has taken up that mantle. Worldwide, one in 11 Christians speak Portuguese.

New today from the Century: Phil Jenkins on Lusophone evangelism, Gail Irwin on being brought here to love others, more.