Advancing the stories and ideas of the kingdom of God.
June 17, 1703: John Wesley, founder of Methodism, is born in Epworth, England, to parents Samuel and Susanna. Though Methodism’s emphasis on grace and instantaneous (often emotional) conversion marked a radical departure from high church tradition, Wesley always considered himself an Anglican (see issue 2: John Wesley and issue 69: The Wesleys).
June 17, 1963: The U.S. Supreme Court rules 8-1 that states cannot require the recitation of the Lord’s Prayer or Bible verses in public schools.
The Bulletin
The Bulletin discusses the attack on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat and the recent school shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in the context of politics of violence.
Max Bard of Pray.com details an audience-driven approach to AI-generated videos of the Bible, styled like a video game and heavy on thrills.
Review
Sociologist Allison Daminger’s new book on the cognitive labor of family life is insightful but incomplete.
News
Orach Simon tests blood and finds hope amid suffering.
From Our Community
Greenbriar Equity Group chairman and founding partner Regg Jones urges fellow Christians to invest in the next generation of Christ followers.
What the church gets wrong—and what it can get right—about forming a generation shaped by screens and longing for purpose.
Attention isn’t a resource to maximize for productivity. It’s a gift that helps us love God and neighbor.
I’m excited to see churches—particularly Black congregations—step boldly into teaching.