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A former Chief Justice’s son and a mysterious plane disappearance
The Atlantic magazine has an in-depth story by William Langewiesche about what might have happened to Malaysia Airlines flight 370 when it vanished in March 2014. Playing a prominent role in trying to unravel one of aviation’s greatest mysteries is Blaine Gibson, the only child of former California Chief Justice Phil Gibson . (Hat tip: Sacramento attorney Paul Karl Lukacs.)
The article describes Blaine Gibson as “a lawyer by training” who “has lived in Seattle for more than 35 years but spends little time there.” He is a world traveler and adventurer who has taken it on himself to scour…
How My Son Helps Me See Creation in a New Light
Waiting for our first child to be born, I had plenty of time to reflect on the amazing and holy process taking place as our long-awaited hope first appeared as a speck in a picture, then developed miniscule human features, and finally emerged into the world. A healthy beautiful boy now nestled in our arms.
How corruption in forensic science is harming the criminal justice system
Forensic science is only as reliable as the people performing the tests.
12 Questions Christians Should Ask About Social Justice
Whatever else we might say about the contemporary church, we must say this: We are well resourced. When a new challenge presents itself, when a new teaching arises, when a new heresy appears, it does not take long before we have access to books that address, confront, and correct it.…
Why Social Justice Is Killing Synagogues and Churches
“If it turns out that there is a God … the worst that you can say about him is that basically he’s an underachiever.”—Woody Allen If you go into a Reform or Conservative temple, it’s likely that you will notice two things: The congregation is becoming smaller and older. Across the United States and Europe, …
The Bee Explains: What Is Social Justice?
If you want to cause a ruckus at your local church, just walk right into the middle of a service and whisper, “Social justice.” Almost immediately, everyone will begin arguing with one another about what exactly social justice is, and whether or not it’s something for which Christians should advocate. Pointy objects might be thrown …
How Catholics can work for racial justice
A healing beatitude Blessed are you who are willing to engage in a sincere conversation about race. Blessed are you who embrace your Black sisters and brothers in the fight for social justice.
Examining why false confessions occur in the U.S. criminal justice system
The journal Science features a psychologist who is changing the way law enforcement thinks about their interrogation methods.
Why are so many white Christians suddenly standing up for racial justice?
It might help that our pews aren’t available to sit in and pray.
What do Lutherans say about…gender justice?
What does it look like for a church to confront sexism? Can women be pastors? Is God a dude? Explore issues of faith, sexism and justice with the Evangelical...
Should I spy on my son’s mysterious new girlfriend?
This father fears his wealth will fall into the wrong hands.
How to Explain the 7 Sacraments Without Boring Your Children
Do you have to explain the sacraments to your son or daughter? Through this article, we’ll help you use the right words for them to understand correctly. A lovely illustrated guide to get you started.
The Mysterious Truth of Being Known to the Heart
There are a number of philosophical or religious traditions that do not accept the unity of all creation as a “given”. They see a separation between the Creator and the created, between…
Why is God so mysterious?
Sometimes all we need is a straight answer. Is that too hard for God? What's the point of all the parables, proverbs, and cryptic illustrations? Why is God s...
Who will speak for justice?
The latest in a series exploring the intersection of faith and elections.
Clues to Mysterious Deaths: Doctors Who Help
Although it isn't exactly what you see on TV dramas, forensic pathologists play a vital role in helping law enforcement and families get answers to questions about mysterious deaths
Are hiring practices a social justice issue?
The church needs to better consider human dignity and social justice when hiring new employees.
Getting Justice When Your Privacy is Invaded
When your privacy is invaded and personal information about you is disclosed, you do not have to suffer in silence. You have legal options which allow you to seek the justice you deserve.
Why won't my son sing in church?
My son hates to sing. And the place Bobby hates to sing the most is in Mass.
What the pastor taught the professor about social justice
I’m a middle-aged professor who regularly does a presentation on social justice. As a dedicated believer in the power of free markets, I tend to focus on social justice as distributive justice. In …
Disciples Justice Ministries Preparing a Nonviolence Curriculum Guide
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