Vocation • Visions of Vocation Missio on Joseph: Thinking Through Power Eric Peterman | 4 min read It is easy for Christians to shy away from power. Jesus Christ, the author of our faith, was essentially homeless and devoid of any earthly authority while in this world. He commanded us to turn the other cheek when attacked. When all expected him to deal a giant blow to Rome, he rode into Jerusalem... Continue Reading
Faith • Biblical Reflections Missio on Strife: Unnecessary Generosity, Part 2 Rev. Dr. Bill Fullilove | 2 min read In Genesis 13, even though the promise of the land was to Abram, he allowed Lot to choose the best part of the land, showing uncommon and unnecessary generosity. And Abram lived less well because of this choice. Lot took the fertile and well-watered land of the Jordan valley, and Abram took the steeper, more... Continue Reading
Culture • Christianity & Culture Dostoyevsky in Djibouti Baylee Eby | 6 min read “The more I love humanity in general the less I love man in particular. In my dreams, I often make plans for the service of humanity, and perhaps I might actually face crucifixion if it were suddenly necessary. Yet I am incapable of living in the same room with anyone for two days together. I... Continue Reading
Faith • Liturgical Reflections Until Hope and History Rhyme Todd Deatherage | 4 min read Advent teaches us how to live as we wait. Continue Reading
Faith • Biblical Reflections A High Vocation Held Lightly Adrienne Shore | 3 min read “To love at all is to be vulnerable. Love anything and your heart will certainly be wrung and possibly be broken.” – C.S. Lewis, The Four Loves The interconnectedness of joy and pain in a mother’s calling is uniquely expressed in childbirth. Expecting a child awakens in a woman such varied and intense emotions ranging... Continue Reading
Vocation • On Daily Work Well Grounded: A Barista’s Thoughts on Faith and Starbucks Anna Harris | 4 min read Adam Singleton, 27, has worked at the Starbucks Coffee Corporation for five years. For the past four he has been a shift supervisor. His work includes organizing, planning, and problem-solving within the standards and daily routine that come with working in a Starbucks coffee shop. The following interview explores his thoughts on the relationship between... Continue Reading
