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What SCOTUS’ New York State Rifle and Pistol Association Ruling Means
One of New York State’s handgun permitting requirements was overturned by the Supreme Court of the United States on June 23. What does this mean for gun regulations in the U.S. and the nation’s gun violence epidemic?
Church Infighting Unappealing to Younger Generation of Believers
Younger Evangelicals are tired of watching their parents and grandparents fighting over details they affirm do not determine salvation. Despite the raging politicization sweeping through the church, these young Christians simply want to worship God without infighting infecting their faith.
Look Back | Crossing the Chasm That Seemingly Divides Bible, LGBTQ Loved Ones
For many, it feels like the Bible is on one side of the debate regarding LGBTQ inclusion in the church and pictures of loved ones are on the other. How does a Jesus follower choose between the two?
Right and Wrong: Takeaways from Watching the January 6th Hearings
Watching the January 6th hearings this week, remarks made by members of the United States House Select Committee on the January 6 Attack and witness testimony drew a clear line between right and wrong.
On Learning from Queer Kin
Growing up queer in the church can be a lonely endeavor. But for those of us who are lucky enough, their stories do not end with death-dealing theologies. They go on to find new life in the queer community.
My Family’s EV Life: Part Two
Driving an electric vehicle is an adjustment from the internal combustion engines most of us are familiar with. However, the differences are positive, as they provide comfortable and quiet rides. But don’t take my word for it – drive one.
You’re LGBTQ Affirming! Now What?
Many churches go through incredibly intentional processes to help cultivate LGBTQ affirmation and then never tell anyone about that commitment outside the church walls. Here are five considerations for “welcoming and affirming” congregations.
My Family’s EV Life: Part One
My family is unique in that we only have electric vehicles. As early adopters, we are learning a lot about a different way of getting from here to there. Here are a few reasons why we made the switch.
A good faith response to the abortion debate
The recently leaked Supreme Court draft opinion that would serve to overturn Roe v. Wade has concerning implications for people of good faith.
A Philosophy of Opinion Writing
The advent of social media and blogging has made it possible for everyone to express their opinion in the public square. Here are a few suggestions to consider based on my, admittedly, imperfect approach.
I Am a Woman Because I Do Womanhood
Like other trans women, I don’t identify as a woman. Rather, I am a woman. I am a woman because I do womanhood. Yet, somehow, identity has come to connote a kind of disembodied, decontextualized totem of sorts.
Celebrating Pride and Pentecost in a Pub
I do not believe it was a coincidence that Pentecost Sunday fell on June 5 this year – the first Sunday during Pride month. Here is how our congregation celebrated both observances in a local bar.
‘Heathen’ Documents History of Religious, Racial Name-Calling
Before there was the “other,” there was the heathen. Kathryn Gin Lum’s new book ‘Heathen: Religion and Race in American History’ is a must read.
An Invitation for Embrace and Resurrection
Celebrating Pride Month is crucial amid all this fear, so how do queer Christians faithfully engage in thoughtful celebrations of Pride this year? I’d suggest that we look to the example of Jesus.
We Need Revelation’s Non-Violent Witness for a Violent Age
Thomas Slater’s 2019 book ‘Revelation as Civil Disobedience’ is prescient in both its cover design and its observations. Here is why I strongly commend it for such a time as this.
People of Good Faith: Kira Dewey
Kira M. Dewey is a sophomore at Palm Beach Atlantic University, studying English and Creative Writing. She is a summer 2022 Ernest C. Hynds Jr. Intern at Good Faith Media.