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WEBThe midsummer of life. The season of tending and waiting can be tedious. “There’s a frog in our house!”. My daughter and I said the words together, but only one of us was excited. Embracing the random can open us up to the agitations of the Holy Spirit.
Who is Jesus for Muslims? | The Christian Century
WEBJun 7, 2017 · In Islam, Jesus, peace and blessings be upon him, is one of the five greatest messengers of God who are collectively known as the ‘Ul al-Azm or the Possessors of Steadfastness. Jesus is also a real person who lived in Roman Judea in the first century of the Common Era. Muslims share with Christians most of the basic outlines of Jesus’ story ...
The quiet rise of Christian dominionism
WEBThe quiet rise of Christian dominionism. Jerry Falwell wanted to prepare America for the end of the world. Ted Cruz’s evangelical backers want to take America over. by Keri Ladner in the November 2022 issue. US Senator Ted Cruz at the 2021 AmericaFest at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Gage Skidmore / Creative ...
Browse the RCL - The Christian Century
WEBBrowse the RCL. Use the Narrative Lectionary ›. Year. Season: Season after Pentecost | 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B) Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-9 (Psalm 15); James 1:17-27; Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23 | Semi-continuous first reading: Song of Solomon 2:8-13 (Psalm 45:1-2, 6-9) September 1, 2024. Season after …
Mission - The Christian Century
WEBMission. The Christian Century is a progressive, independent Christian magazine, committed to helping people think critically and live faithfully. The magazine stands as a voice of reason and openness in a world hungry for thoughtful religious expression. Since 1900, the Christian Century has published reporting, commentary, poetry, and essays ...
About Us - The Christian Century
WEBThe Christian Century is a progressive, independent religious magazine devoted to helping people think critically and live the Christian faith thoughtfully. Known for its excellent essays and poetry, incisive reporting and commentary, and prominent writers contributing from various fields, the Century is a leading voice helping readers make sense of faith, culture, and politics in our time.
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WEBJun 1, 2024 · Thoughtful, Independent, Progressive. Since 1900, the Christian Century has published reporting, commentary, poetry, and essays on the role of faith in a pluralistic society.
The religious aspect of the Israel-Palestine conflict
WEBJun 16, 2021 · The religious aspect of the Israel-Palestine conflict. Palestinians run away from tear gas during clashes with Israeli security forces at the Al-Asqa Mosque compound in Jerusalelm's Old City on May 10. (AP Photo/Mahmoud Illean) In mid-May, violence between Gaza and Israel intensified to levels not seen for years, with Hamas shooting hundreds of ...
Books - The Christian Century
WEBThe humanity of human smugglers. Anthropologist Jason De León charts the desperation, grief, and friendships of the Central American guías who bring migrants across borders. by Colton Bernasol.