The Christian Century

Build a broad-based movement

Leading a Christian worship service at Burning Man

A new song of liberation is born.

I read a book of poems straight through without stopping. I couldn't help it.

Struck down but not destroyed, perplexed but not forsaken

Toxic theology in the wake of mass violence

National Liberation Day of Korea spurs us to celebrate the past and work for a united future.

And that conversation's inevitable limits

The world won't be saved by my prayers or virtuous desires.

I went to see the Rolling Stones play again—and revisited an adolescent fantasy.

Looking for God in the murkiness of human relationships.

At mass with my friend, I received grace through hospitality—without receiving bread and wine.

I've long identified with Mary's fire. Now I want to learn from Elizabeth.