The Christian Century

Two journalists unpack the history, the scale of the epidemic, and who’s to blame

James Hudnut-Beumler profiles churches, ministries, and movements with long-held traditions and potential for change.

Theologian Shane Clifton rethinks virtue ethics from his wheelchair.

How Roger Owens walked his way through a midlife crisis of faith

William Pitts examines the era when the Social Gospel was new—and controversial.

In Chigozie Obioma’s new novel, forgiveness is no light matter.

Allen Hilton profiles churches that are uniting people across ideological differences.

Stephanie Land's memoir reveals the intimacy and power of a housecleaner’s labor.

J. Philip Wogaman tried to surrender his ordination. Would this have helped?

There are two conditions Meghan O'Gieblyn can't escape: Christianity and Midwesternness.