Women want true community in church, a place to feel safe—not entirely comfortable, but accepted, valued, and recognized. Women hope to leave as different people than the… read more

Creativity is merely a plush name for regular activity. Any activity becomes creative when the doer cares about doing it right, or better. —John Updike Leonard… read more

Encountering Matthew This parable, like others, is very disturbing. The listener is drawn along to have an appreciation for a master who is gracious with his servants. In response … read more

Last week, Jared Mauldin’s public letter to his women engineering classmates went viral. In it, he claims that women and men are not equal, not due to their ability but… read more

When we recite the Apostles’ Creed, we say the words, “I believe in the Holy Spirit.” It’s a fine idea to believe in the Holy Spirit, and, of course, it is … read more

The man behind the sandwich shop counter gestured toward his neck as he inquired, “So, is that a real outfit?” My fingers brushed the cool plastic of my clerical… read more