February (Web-only) 2010
All Because of Yanci
How a little girl from El Salvador rocked a Christian musician's world—and how he's using that compassion to help earthquake victims in Haiti.
Q+A: Philip Ryken, Wheaton's Next President
'I want to cultivate a campus-wide community of grace.'
Dearth of Jobs, Death to the Family?
Where others have failed, the church must meet society's looming challenge.
Shutter Island
Martin Scorsese and Leo DiCaprio reunite for a psychological thriller set in post-war America that examines the darkness within.
The Trouble with Twilight
Theology professor Beth Felker Jones suggests Christians should look for hidden messages in the vampire buzz.
The 2009 CT Critics' Choice Awards
What do a war movie, a hot air balloon, and a post-apocalyptic father-son love story have in common? They're among 2009's best movies, as chosen by CT critics.
Birds, Cages, and Doubts
Deas Vail, anchored by husband-wife duo Wes and Laura Blaylock, isn't afraid to wrestle with the big questions on their new album, Birds and Cages.
I Want to Be Accepted As I Am, But I’ll Take a Cure Too
Why we should consider correcting disabilities.
Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief
If the Harry Potter movies are a rich and nutritious feast, this mythological romp is more like mac & cheese—tasty and fun, but lacking in much substance.
Valentine's Day
The candy equivalent of a conversation heart that reads "UR Sweet" is a nice enough sentiment, but who actually wants to eat one?
Considering 'Curing' Down Syndrome with Caution
Why we shouldn't be too quick to think disabilities need correcting.
The Wolfman
Benicio Del Toro plays it straight in a gory remake of Universal's original werewolf movie, but the bloom is off the wolfbane.
State Department: Now's Not the Time for Haitian Adoptions
Official says first priority should be placing Haitian children with Haitian families.
For Churches, How Much Risk Is Too Much?
For some leaders, taking steps to prevent disasters is a matter of faithfulness.
The 10 Most Redeeming Films of 2009
What do a lonely widower, a strong woman with a soft heart, and an African leader have in common? They're all key characters in the year's best redemptive movies.
'Songs Still Matter'
After more than two decades in the business, TobyMac still clings to a quaint old mantra—that a song can still penetrate a heart and soothe the soul.
Why Pope John Paul II Whipped Himself
New book reopens questions on self-denial and "what is lacking in Christ's afflictions."
Are We Transformed Yet?
Why the spiritually mature don't talk about how God has made them spiritually mature.
Strong on Zeal, Thin in Knowledge
Lessons from Haiti's arrest of American Christians trying to take children out of the country.
'I Never Wanted a Hard Heart'
Indie rocker David Bazan talks about his loss of faith, his music, and how he sometimes fears he's going to hell.
Should Christian Physicians Leave the American Medical Association?
Church leaders and observers weigh in on a current debate.
