Theology

A theologian without a school of thought

Douglas John Hall was an important thinker who was deeply shaped by the company he kept—and by the labels he resisted.

Is slavery integral to Augustine’s theology?

Toni Alimi and Matthew Elia each make the case that it is. Their books demand a reckoning.

In times of fear, I return to Julian of Norwich

The medieval mystic offers challenging words for desperate times.

Longing for faith with Marilynne Robinson

Her essays present a Christianity that sits comfortably with mystery, that reaches out to neighbors as well as up toward God.

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