by Grace Ji-Sun Kim | Dec 3, 2025 | Opinion
When I saw the word “Advent” as a child, my heart instinctively read “adventure.” The Advent season has always stirred in me a sense of anticipation, as though something wondrous, transformative, and deeply holy is just beyond the horizon. As a child, I thought it was...
by Craig Nash | Oct 13, 2025 | Opinion
The implementation of the early stages of the peace plan to end two years of war in the Middle East has me thinking about an old story. If you are like me and the following parable brings back unpleasant memories of preachers trying to guilt you into “saving souls,” I...
by Armel Crocker and Amy Moore | Sep 19, 2025 | News
Seeds of hope were planted in Dallas County in September at a Guns to Gardens event. Over 35 volunteers gathered to support the dismantling of 49 unwanted guns. On the previous day, 36 guns were dismantled in Fort Worth. This is no small feat in Texas, where the power...
by Anna Parish | Dec 26, 2024 | Feature, Opinion
Isaiah 9:2 reads, “The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned.” The ninth chapter of the book of Isaiah tells the story of the Israelites, who were held captive by the Assyrian empire. It was...
by Grace Ji-Sun Kim | Dec 13, 2024 | Feature, Opinion
Advent is a sacred season, a time of expectant waiting and preparation for Christ’s arrival. This four-week period invites believers to meditate on the profound themes of hope, peace, love and joy. It is a time to reflect on the mystery of Christ’s...