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Scripture - The Christian Century
WEB6 days ago · September 1, Ordinary 22B (Mark 7:1–8, 14–15, 21–23) Jesus warns that the real danger lies within our minds and hearts. by Katie Van Der Linden. August 26, 2024. Sunday’s Coming.
October 2024 | The Christian Century
WEB3 days ago · A different kind of poverty memoir. Dana Trent’s heartbreaking and hilarious book eschews the conventional American rags-to-riches arc. by Jeannine Marie Pitas.
The hope I’ve arrived at | The Christian Century
WEB4 days ago · Between our vast human folly and the eternal providence of God. In the meantime, the hope I’ve arrived at now simply compels me to choose the good, the beautiful, the loving, and the just on a daily, minute-by-minute basis—regardless of the results. I will never do this perfectly.
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WEBJul 1, 2024 · Thoughtful, Independent, Progressive. Since 1900, the Christian Century has published reporting, commentary, poetry, and essays on the role of faith in a pluralistic society.
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WEBSep 11, 2024 · Inside a church’s implosion. Eliza Griswold profiles a progressive evangelical church that sought to do things differently but fell prey to the usual problems. by Randall Balmer. September 17, 2024. Books.
Theology - The Christian Century
WEBAug 27, 2024 · Theologian Brian Robinette argues that the beleaguered doctrine of creatio ex nihilo is both important and practical. by J. Scott Jackson. July 30, 2024. Features.
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WEB13 hours ago · Browse the RCL. Use the Narrative Lectionary ›. Year. Season: Season after Pentecost | 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B) Isaiah 50:4-9a (Psalm 116:1-9 or Wisdom of Solomon 7:26-8:1); James 3:1-12; Mark 8:27-38 | Semi-continuous first reading: Proverbs 1:20-33 (Psalm 19) September 12, 2027. Season after Pentecost | …
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WEB4 days ago · Christian delegation makes pilgrimage for peace in the Holy Land. The Holy Land’s sacred sites overflow with tourists in normal times, but with an intractable war in Gaza and the looming threat of attacks by Hezbollah and Iran, airlines have canceled most flights... by Paul Jeffrey. September 3, 2024. News.
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WEBThe Christian Century is a progressive, independent religious magazine devoted to helping people think critically and live the Christian faith thoughtfully. Known for its excellent essays and poetry, incisive reporting and commentary, and prominent writers contributing from various fields, the Century is a leading voice helping readers make sense of faith, culture, and politics in our time.
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