Moved by “inversion”
One of my favorite theologians and thinkers is a colleague and friend of mine named Andrew Arndt. His thoughts on “inversion” deserve to be read and heard by everyone and I have asked his permission to share them with those who visit this site. A long post, but well worth your time…
Read MoreJustice and Consensus
I’ve been inspired and challenged by some of the recent dialog to look again at the tension between justice and consensus. Do we need to have a unified position on specific issues in order to be effective agents of biblical justice? Or can we act as individuals for the common good and not have to worry about any official church/community …
Read MoreSocial Shalom
Justice and shalom are closely linked. Shalom is translated peace. Our translation of peace is too weak. Physical shalom is good health. Social shalom is an interwoveness among various social segments of society for the common good. Doing justice is repairing the fabric of society where it is falling apart. Shalom is the human being dwelling at peace in all …
Read MoreSurviving Chicago’s sex slave trade
In August 2005 The Chicago Sun times published a three part series on Chicago’s sex slave trade by Annie Sweeny. The articles are coped below in their entirety. What does the Lord Require?
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