by Starlette Thomas | Nov 26, 2025 | Opinion
A new four-episode Advent podcast series will examine the testimonies of the men in and around the life of Mary, the mother of Jesus. Hear ye, hear ye from Jesus, John the Baptizer, the Pharisees, Sadducees and Joseph, her soon-to-be husband. Why are we talking about...
by Starlette Thomas | Nov 24, 2025 | Opinion
We’ve heard it said, “It costs to be the boss.” Unfortunately, this phrase has been confused with “the cost of discipleship.” It might also be part of the reason for the political ascension of Donald Trump and the rise of white Christian nationalism, helped in large...
by Starlette Thomas | Nov 21, 2025 | News
Recently, three key leaders representing the Board of Directors of American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) issued a statement in response to current and ongoing immigration enforcement in American cities, specifically Chicago. For the first time in history,...
by Starlette Thomas | Nov 17, 2025 | Opinion
“American Sublime is a salve. It’s a call to remember our shared humanity and an insistence on being seen,” Amy Sherald said of the exhibition that feels like a family reunion around each corner. It is indeed a sight for sore eyes, tired of seeing the same racialized...
by Starlette Thomas | Nov 10, 2025 | Opinion
While financial hardship remains a widespread issue for many Americans, members of Congress can afford to take a paid vacation on their dime. The federal government has been shut down since October 1, but they’ve got time. What’s a missed paycheck or two for...
