Books Books worth wrestling with We asked writers to tell us about a book that they disagree with—but that they also see as important enough to argue with. May 6, 2020
Cover Story A soft landing in Montana Despite protests, the group persisted in welcoming refugees to their community. by Amy Frykholm December 12, 2016
The giver and the gift: A Christian's delight in things If the world is a gift, then all the things to which you relate—and many to which you don't—are also God's relation to you. by Miroslav Volf December 6, 2016
First Person Sister Everard's silence We thought her only stern and rigorous and dry—until one afternoon in October. by Brian Doyle October 5, 2016
First Person Millions of unknown saints "Even Lucifer might well have a change of heart," said the fifth grader. "Isn't that right, Father?" by Brian Doyle September 8, 2016
News Analysis Remembering the Reformation—with the pope "A commemoration, not a celebration." What does this mean? by Michael Root September 6, 2016
Readers Write Feast: Essays by readers We asked readers to write on the theme "feast." Here are the most compelling entries. September 2, 2016
Features The pastors of Richland County Our two ministers associations merged. Our differences don't stop us from working together. by Larry Engel September 1, 2016
Features Cultivating ministers: Farminary students get their hands dirty Princeton Theological Seminary's farm grows food. But this isn't the main point. by Celeste Kennel-Shank August 23, 2016
Opinion When learning hurts: Content warnings in seminary classrooms Theological educators don't just teach a particular kind of content. We also model a process for engaging with sensitive issues. by Leanna K. Fuller August 8, 2016
First Person Take and eat? When church members prefer just a blessing Matt grew up in the Episcopal Church. One Sunday he appeared at the altar—with his arms crossed over his chest. by Heidi Haverkamp July 26, 2016
First Person Worth the wait: The rare blessing of a benediction As a child, I followed the order of worship in the bulletin, mentally checking off each item. My eyes were on the prize. by Joanna Harader July 22, 2016
First Person Equipped for your needs: My church's magical supply closet On the seventh floor of Hogwarts, Harry Potter and his friends discover a magical room. My church contains such a room. by Lee Hull Moses July 12, 2016
Critical Essay Seeing whiteness: Exercises in understanding race I used to lead activities like the "Privilege Walk" and "Cross the Line." I couldn't shake the feeling that they were not taking us very far. by Reggie Williams July 7, 2016