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Pastors have the power to convene conversations
When it comes to addressing local problems, proclamation isn't enough.
Do you actually want to be our pastor?
A story about a search committee and a candidate
A Catholic parish in Halifax with a deeply ecumenical spirit
Father James Mallon has borrowed some ideas from Protestants. Many of these ideas were already pretty Catholic.
What does Christian vocation look like for the elderly?
God calls us to serve the world with our bodies—even when those bodies are failing.
What makes Israel a Jewish state?
Two Israelis, a lawyer and a rabbi, on the complicated relationship between religion and national identity
How to be a purple church in a red state
When you embrace criticism instead of avoiding it, you get lots of chances to love your enemy.
Listening with our ears, not our mouths
Twelve-step groups have a rule against crosstalk. It’s a good rule for churches, too.
James Baldwin's tough love for America
Baldwin’s words in Raoul Peck’s film indict us, but they also help us envision a new future.
Take this $500 and do good in the world
When our church received a windfall, we tried an experiment.
Ministry after communal trauma
In the wake of violence, pastors have to lead people out of hell. Jesus has been there.
How I teach theology to undergrads
Being religious is not about following rules. It's more like dancing.
Forming priests among the people
Chicago's Episcopal seminary goes all in on field education
Seminaries find homes in congregations
Churches have long outsourced theological education. Now it's moving back.
A feel-good story's power and limits
There is a danger in responding to a film like Hidden Figures by congratulating ourselves on how far we’ve come.
Can retiring pastors mentor their own successors?
Now that 60 is the new 50, creative models are emerging for ministry transitions.
A Bible translation for everyone?
It was the all-time paperback best seller. But Good News had its critics.
A soft landing in Montana
Despite protests, the group persisted in welcoming refugees to their community.
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.
Our staff's Christmas picks
Here at CC, we have some recommendations for your shopping list.