Ash Wednesday: Rituals Modified for Coronavirus
By Olivia Abel3 min read
Make your own ashes, drive-by services, temporary tattoos and “Lent Boxes” dominate this year’s Lenten season celebrations.
Faith
The New Film ‘Minari’ Has a Lot to Teach Us About Faith, Family, and the American Dream
By Kaylin Kaupish5 min read
Why a movie about a Korean-American family moving to rural Arkansas resonates with so many people. The director and actors weigh in.
How to Pray When You Don’t Feel Like It
By Rick Hamlin3 min read
Even someone who has written books about prayer occasionally needs motivation. Here are five tips.
The Positive Power of a Weekly Food Routine
By Holly Lebowitz Rossi2 min read
Making or buying a meaningful food is a way to mark time and reconnect with yourself.
When It’s Powerful to Repeat a Prayer
By Bob Hostetler4 min read
The daily renewal of certain prayers can deepen our connection to God.
Finding the Antidote to Vaccine Frustration
By Edward Grinnan3 min read
After waiting in the bitter cold for a vaccine that didn’t arrive, this prayer proved the better option to blame and anger.
Church Leaders Get Creative to Serve Their Communities During the Covid-19 Pandemic
By Kaylin Kaupish6 min read
Two pastors on the challenges—and surprising benefits—of turning to technology to connect with their congregations.
Diversity Has Strengthened the Bonds of This Pastor’s Congregation
By Derrick Shields8 min read
In the heart of the South, a church does the hard work of racial reconciliation
Witnessing a Car Crash Inspired Him to Become a Nurse
By Paul Fockler8 min read
He was happily married, happily employed, just plain happy. Until the accident put him on a new path
Her Dog’s Injuries Taught Her a Lesson in Letting Go
By Julie Garmon7 min read
When her beloved yellow Lab was hit by a car, she blamed herself. Could she cede control in a time of crisis?
How Faith and His Best Friend Helped This Husband in His Caregiving Journey
By Kaylin Kaupish3 min read
His wife had terminal cancer. His friend moved in to help. The true story behind the film Our Friend.
