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Kaitlin B. Curtice: Resistance is a journey of many cycles

We need to take time to understand and embody the principles of resistance, says the author of a new book.

What if faith-based organizations focused on being kinder this Lent?

Institutions, like individuals, might try intentionally practicing “unusual kindness,” writes a director of programs and grants at Leadership Education at Duke Divinity.

By Mycal X. Brickhouse Director of programs and grants, Leadership Education at Duke Divinity

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Preaching must speak into and transform our understanding of conflict

The Gospel of Mark teaches us how Jesus’ ministry and preaching crossed cultural and religious boundaries, says a preacher and pastor.

By William H. Lamar IV Pastor, Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal Church

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Valuing our virtual companions on the journey

Important relationships began over Zoom during COVID-19. Let’s not discount their significance as we return to in-person gatherings, writes a communications specialist with Leadership Education at Duke Divinity.

By Emily Lund Communications Specialist, Leadership Education at Duke Divinity

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Habakkuk’s leadership lesson is complete openness to God

Trust is at the core of a leader’s vision — trust that God’s reign of justice, peace and righteousness will come on earth as it is in heaven, writes an author.

By Celeste Kennel-Shank Journalist

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Our saints and their stories

At All Saints’ Day, a pastor reflects on the importance of remembering those whose lives inspire us.

By Jane Lyon Pastor and nonprofit founder

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Perspectives from disabled Christians enrich our theology

A scholar’s book emerged from theology done in partnership with disabled Christians.

By Sarah Jean Barton Assistant professor

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‘Psalms for Black Lives: Reflections for the Work of Liberation’

In this excerpt from their recent book, two New York pastors explain how a devotional project begun for their church became an offering to cultivate a “justice imagination” for a larger audience.

Gabby Cudjoe-Wilkes Andrew Wilkes