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Latino students succeed in graduate school with the support of the Hispanic Theological Initiative
HTI’s emphasis on mentoring, editorial support and community has created a network that participants refer to as la familia.
Link to author Marilyn Garateix
By Marilyn Garateix
Journalist
At 90, Leighton Ford reflects on the ministry of mentoring
After decades of preaching at crusades, Leighton Ford turned his attention to mentoring Christian leaders. He embraces new methods while staying focused on the timeless need for a friend for the journey.
Link to author Ken Garfield
By Ken Garfield
Journalist
"Voices for Vocational Accompaniment: Leading, Mentoring, and Learning From the Next Generation"
In this excerpt from a new book by the Forum for Theological Exploration, a mentor reflects on the urgency of young people discovering their prophetic vocation in and after the pandemic.
Link to author Jen Bailey
By Jen Bailey
Faith leader and activist
Robert Rueda: Students in the Rio Grande Valley are ‘an incredible gift to the United States’
Campus minister Robert Rueda inspires students with his message that their experience prepares them to be leaders. Then they get to work.
Kate Bowler: Sharing anti-Instagram theology — on Instagram
In her new book and on other platforms, divinity professor Kate Bowler explores what it means to live well even if our lives are never “finished.”
Women clergy and the pandemic: Weary, but not giving up
In these profiles, four clergywomen share their pandemic stories. Like many American women, they’ve struggled to balance work, home and community in lives upended by the coronavirus.
Link to author Yonat Shimron
By Yonat Shimron
Journalist
Francis Su: How does mathematics contribute to human flourishing?
Only a few people will get a Ph.D. in math. But everyone can learn math and experience the beauty, joy and growth that it offers, says the author of “Mathematics for Human Flourishing” in an interview.
Tito Madrazo: 'God in the crucible of migration'
The close connection between the lived experiences of Hispanic/Latinx pastors in the United States and the lived experiences of their congregants creates a powerful dynamic in preaching, author Tito Madrazo says in this interview about his new book, “Predicadores: Hispanic Preaching and Immigrant Identity.”
Keith Wasserman and Christine D. Pohl: How hospitality and faithful discipleship make for good work
For 40 years, Good Works has served people living in poverty in southeastern Ohio with respect and dignity. In a new book, founder Keith Wasserman and ethicist Christine D. Pohl explore what makes this ministry an authentic expression of Christian life and discipleship.
'It must be you.' A nonprofit helps Latino Catholic young adults grow in faith and build community
Iskali was created by a 19-year-old to support other young adults in the church. More than a decade later, it offers faith formation, mentorship, scholarships and other opportunities for a new generation to grow in Christ.
Link to author Shanna Johnson
By Shanna Johnson
Journalist
