by Peggy Haymes | Aug 13, 2025 | Opinion
Editor’s note: The following is the third in a five-part series by Peggy Haymes on grief as spiritual formation. He called as soon as he learned of my father’s death. “What can we do?” my neighbor asked. “I’m fine,” I said—my stock answer. It didn’t satisfy him, and...
by Kerri Fisher | May 30, 2025 | Opinion
A few weeks ago, I attended a live recording of the Handsome podcast, hosted by comedians Tig Notaro, Fortune Feimster and Mae Martin. Perhaps it felt dreamy because I attended with my own little trio—friends who’ve laughed, cried, and pondered their way through the...
by Cody J. Sanders | Apr 15, 2025 | Opinion
I often hear seminary students and churchgoers repeat this refrain: “If we take a stand about a concern of justice or an issue perceived as ‘too political,’ then we will alienate people who hold opposing perspectives and, thus, will no longer be a truly ‘welcoming’...
by Kali Cawthon-Freels | Dec 2, 2024 | Feature, Opinion
Last week, an underground fire was steadily burning behind the outlet malls in town. Its heat caused part of the back parking lot to collapse, and the smoke from the burning asphalt was thick and black, compromising the air quality for those who live near the...
