Community isn't optional; it’s essential to human flourishing, and it's a mandate for faithful living. This week I was in Atlanta presenting my final project and listening to my classmates present theirs. The week began by listening to a classmate present on food justice and the necessity of food pantries “in the meantime.” The goal of working toward food justice is to ensure that everyone, and esp...  Read More

In March, we enter the season of Lent—one of my favorite times of the year. Lent marks a 40-day journey, beginning on Ash Wednesday, when Jesus sets his sights on Jerusalem, leading to the cross on Good Friday, and culminating in the resurrection on Easter Sunday. Traditionally, churches observe Lent as a season of reflection and repentance. While much of the Gospel calls us to look beyond ourselves—to the marginalized, overlooked, and neglected—Lent invites us to turn inward, examining the neglected and forgotten places within our own hearts, souls, and minds.  Read More

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