In Christian community development circles, there is a story about a ministry working in an underserved community. Suburban churches were interested doing weekend service projects with this ministry. Unfortunately, with limited experience and training, there was little that these well-intentioned congregations could actually contribute. Ministry staff decided to tell the visitors they had a wall that needed painting. The visitors would spend an afternoon cheerfully painting the wall, and go away pleased with the notion … [Read more...] about Repaint! For the Kingdom of God is at Hand: Balancing Hope and Critical Analysis in Community Service
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Authority, Awareness, Attention Span (Masterclass in Writing, Part 8)
In Masterclass in writing, Dr. Royce Francis not only weaves together theological reflection and practical suggestions on becoming a skilled writer in general and within one's field, but also offers exercises to put the ideas in practice. If along the way you have missed some of "the classes," click here. Questions and conversation are welcome—feel free to use the Comments section to express them, or email them to http://www.intervarsity.org/contact/emerging-scholars-network. … [Read more...] about Authority, Awareness, Attention Span (Masterclass in Writing, Part 8)
After the Election Part 2: Diversity and Unity this Thanksgiving Holiday
The election is over. Now what? In this series, I will use Romans 12 to frame reflections of this presidential campaign and hopefully encourage us to live faithfully as we return to the “ordinary time” of the American political calendar. See Part 1 here. Editor's note: For previous statistical analysis and nonpartisan political reflection from Josh's expertise, see this link. … [Read more...] about After the Election Part 2: Diversity and Unity this Thanksgiving Holiday
Book Review: The Road to Character
The Road to Character, David Brooks. New York, Random House, 2015. Summary: David Brooks explores the issue of character development through the hard-won pursuit of moral virtue, exemplified in the moral quests of people as diverse as Augustine and Bayard Rustin, Frances Perkins and Dorothy Day. … [Read more...] about Book Review: The Road to Character
Gates and “Keys” (Scholar’s Compass)
Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge, Outside of the Gate of Honour from Senate House Passage Wisdom's instruction is to fear the LORD, and humility comes before honour. (Proverbs 15:33) Before destruction a man's heart is haughty, but humility comes before honour. (Proverbs 18:12) … [Read more...] about Gates and “Keys” (Scholar’s Compass)