by Justin Bronson Barringer | Apr 29, 2025 | Opinion
In reflecting on the Israeli ethnic cleansing of Gaza, my thoughts turn to the story of St. Francis of Assisi meeting Sultan al-Malik al-Kamil during the Crusades. This tale illustrates a peaceful, respectful engagement between two figures on opposite sides of a...
by Justin Bronson Barringer | Dec 17, 2024 | Feature, Opinion
The streets are decked with lights, stores are flooded with frantic shoppers, and advertisements promise joy at a discount. Yet, in this season celebrating the birth of Christ, the poor are pushed further to the margins, exploited by a system that turns sacred...
