A lot hinges on the word civility and its meaning. What civility is not Some think it means the avoidance of conflict and the accompanying act of not raising uncomfortable topics. As […]
Some Rules for Civility
A Liberal View of the Trinity
I’ve written on the Trinity before but I wanted another go at it. Because sometimes there is a disconnect between religious doctrine and the issues we face in our world today. And […]
Is Christianity Exclusive?
Matt Lewis from CNN writes: Christianity is, by definition, an exclusive religion. Anyone can become a Christian, but doing so means accepting an exclusive doctrine. According to Christ, “I am the way and the truth and […]
Ascension Day for Progressive Christians
Ascension Day is the time where Jesus offers his final words to his disciple, after which he ascends into heaven. Pentecost is when the Holy Spirit comes upon the church such that […]
What Does Prayer Accomplish?
Every time there is a mass shooting, and apparently this is the new normal, the question of prayer is raised. It has become evident that too many Republican politicians refuse to enact […]
Book Review: The Mormon Hierarchy: Wealth and Corporate Power
Book Review: The Mormon Hierarchy: Wealth and Corporate Power Author: D Michael Quinn Published by: Signature Books, 2017 ISBN: 978-1-56085-235-3 Price: 49.95 I don’t remember much about May, 1983 (give me a break, […]
Epiphany for Progressives
The season of Epiphany began January 6th and continues until Ash Wednesday. Epiphany, in the Greek, could be likened to a manifestation, a striking appearance, or a vision of God. In the […]
Book Review: Moth and Rust Mormon Encounters with Death
Title: Moth and Rust: Mormon Encounters with Death, Edited by: Stephen Carter, Published: Signature books, 2017, Pages: 257 Genre: Narrative Non (mostly!) Fiction ISBN: 978-1-56085-265-0 Price: 23.95 When Devery Anderson at Signature Books […]
Reclaiming Faith as a Progressive
A number of articles have come out on Bart Compolo’s embrace of atheism. As the son of Tony Compolo, a famous evangelical writer and speaker. In particular, Bart’s statement that once he […]
Columbus Day: What Can We Hold in Common?
So a discussion ensued over the meaning of Columbus Day, not just it’s meaning, but a broader discussion on our national symbols, institutions, and myths. Are there common stories left that bind […]
Of Berries and Migrants
My family LOVES fresh berries. I know, you don’t care, but bear with me for a few minutes. The local community college has a “U Pick” garden. Among their fresh fruits are […]
A look at the UCC Statement of Faith
To examine the United Church of Christ Statement of Faith is not so much to examine a creed which binds all members and determines who is in and out of the […]
