Advancing the stories and ideas of the kingdom of God.
June 10, 1692: Bridget Bishop becomes the first of 19 suspected witches hanged during the "Salem Witch Trials" (see issue 41: American Puritans).
June 10, 1854: James Augustine Healy is ordained the first African-American priest in Paris's Notre Dame Cathedral. In 1875 he became the first African-American bishop in the Roman Catholic Church.
Review
A new book acknowledges both categories as biblically valid—but insists on ordering them properly.
The Just Life with Benjamin Watson
Unpacking the crisis facing Nigeria’s persecuted Church
Scripture speaks of death as an enemy Christ conquers—and the door through which we see God face to face.
News
When paychecks and SNAP distributions stop, the food pantry line grows.
The prophet’s lesson is also ours: We must recover compassion for neighbor and enemy alike, or our words will be hollow.
Interfaith group uses projects and dialogues to push for greater religious freedom.
Weekly participation in ordinary church life isn’t flashy, but it is radical.
Analysis
Churches have a role in protecting vulnerable young men.