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Interviews

Conversations with fascinating people within the church and in secular settings

Mark Charles: There must be real repentance for the Doctrine of Discovery

The author and speaker addresses the theology and history that informed the exploration of the New World -- and what it means to repent of America’s unjust foundation.

Lee Wellington: Faith leaders can help shift the narrative of manufacturing

When faith leaders come together around manufacturing, they can change the perception of what it means to be a maker, says the executive director of the Urban Manufacturing Alliance.

Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove: Reclaiming public faith from the religious right

The author and activist tells how the religious right monopolized public faith and family values, and how Christians can change the conversation.

Shea Tuttle: What can Fred Rogers teach us about theology?

Fred Rogers’ faith wasn’t perfect, but his view of the world offered mercy, love and grace, says the author of the book “Exactly As You Are: The Life and Faith of Mister Rogers.”

Jenny Yang: To help refugees, Christian leaders must be active and informed

Christians must engage with their local church on immigration to move past politics and follow the Bible, the vice president of advocacy and policy at World Relief says.

Manuela Casti Yeagley: Listen to the voices of women in ministry

Women in ministry benefit from seeing other women pastoring, says the lead researcher of the Flourishing in Ministry project. That’s why it’s important to witness and learn from the real experiences of women clergy.

Ralph West: You can disagree and still come together

The world is made up of people with differing opinions, the pastor of The Church Without Walls said. Yet it’s possible to be friends in the presence of love.

Mona Siddiqui: Gratitude in Christianity and Islam

They focus on different aspects, but both religious traditions promote practices of gratitude and thanksgiving, says a scholar of Islamic and interreligious studies at the University of Edinburgh.

What can churches do in response to the #MeToo movement?

Christian leaders who want to respond faithfully to survivors of sexual misconduct can find guidance in a #MeToo toolkit and other resources.

Ann Helmke: Working together at the intersection of society and faith

As a ‘faith liaison’ for San Antonio, the ELCA minister connects the city government to its faith community through activating partnerships and networking.