Creation and Liturgy on Earth Day

Creation and Liturgy on Earth Day

Churches around the world are planning to celebrate God’s creation in worship as we approach the observance of Earth Day 2022. Hymns like “All Creatures of Our God and King,” “For the Beauty of the Earth” and “This Is My Father’s World” will resound in sanctuaries...
The Contagion of Evil

The Contagion of Evil

I sat down at a table while attending a conference with a lot of people I did not know.  This guy in a clerical collar sat down next to me. We introduced ourselves and, before too long, were talking about evil. Occupational hazard. I won’t do justice in these few...

Making a Difference in the Lives of At-Risk Students

Most mornings, his mom wheels into the school parking lot at 7:55 a.m. The car is old and loud, with the potent smell of burning oil and the clanging sound of a dragging muffler. A safety patrol officer opens the door, and he tumbles out of the car. Papers from his...