In this series of podcasts, Marilyn E. Thornton invites speakers — Victor Leon Cyrus-Franklin, Amanishakhete James, Tamara Lewis, Cecilia Olusola Tribble, Matthew Charlton… read more

Mary’s polished demeanor and conservative business attire identified her as one of the many employees in the finance sector of a city I once lived in. Married with two… read more

At some point near the beginning of his seminar on food, eating, and the life of faith, Duke Divinity professor Norman Wirzba asks an insidious little question: “What does… read more

In the days between Christmas and New Year’s I often settle on and commit to a plan for growing spiritually in the year ahead. Yes, there is value in being spontaneous. Yes, … read more

A Sermon on Mark 1:1-8 The way in which the church prepares for Christmas compared to the way the rest of the world prepares for Christmas is confusing to many… read more

I heard myself say it: “It was a life-changing experience.” Everyone in front of me nodded, but a question jabbed me in the side of my head: “Yeah, well if so… read more