Opinion
From Neutral to Negative: True Environmental Stewardship
While achieving carbon neutrality is a commendable milestone, it is no longer sufficient. We must aim higher and strive for carbon negativity to truly address the escalating climate crisis and support the most vulnerable populations impacted by climate change.
Embracing Reparations
As the world grapples with the shadows of its past, the Church in the West Indies has taken a commendable step towards addressing the historical injustices of slavery.
The Unhoused: A Model for Discipleship
Matthew 8:20, often overlooked, offers a profound insight into the virtues of homelessness and its alignment with Christ’s teachings.
Gothic Architecture: A Sanctuary for Queer Spirituality
Gothic architecture provides a sanctuary where queer spirituality can flourish, drawing parallels between the architectural elements and the diverse spectrum of human sexuality and gender identity.
Caring for Our Parish: A Progressive Episcopalian Guide
In the ever-evolving tapestry of our contemporary society, the Episcopal Church stands as a beacon of hope, inclusivity, and progressive thought amongst our regressive and faithless society.
Embracing the Sacred Feminine in Church Leadership
The Church’s leadership remains predominantly patriarchal, seemingly at odds with the nurturing ethos of our liturgy and the inclusive ministry of Christ.
Biblical Affirmation for the LGBTQ+ Community
As we navigate the complexities of our historically oppressive modern world, it becomes imperative to address this systemic oppression, particularly the violence against LGBTQ+ people.
Disobedient Women
The biblical call to "honor and uphold the dignity of women" is deeply embedded in our faith, beckoning us to stand against the injustices faced by women—especially those who dare to challenge patriarchal norms.
The Passion of Ukraine
As we reflect upon the current geopolitical landscape, the crisis in Ukraine stands as a stark testament to the age-old struggle between tyranny and the oppressed.
Stop Calling it “Affirmative Action”
Proverbs 19:17 beckons us to confront the systemic racism that has ensnared our society, particularly as it pertains to our African American brothers and sisters.
Transgender Identity and the Liturgy
In our sacred texts we find compelling affirmations of transgender identity, challenging the cis, heteronormative, and patriarchal interpretations that have long dominated religious discourse.
Christlike Matriarchy
The Book of Common Prayer is replete with references that evoke the divine feminine essence. Yet, the Church’s leadership structure remains incongruously patriarchal, a stark contrast to the nurturing spirit of the liturgy.
The New Great Commission: Reparations
As stewards of the Anglican tradition, we are uniquely positioned within the tapestry of Christendom, bearing both the weight of historical complicity and the promise of transformative grace.
TEC and the Immigration Issue
The denial of human dignity and Christian compassion ongoing at our borders should have every faithful Episcopalian upset. Preventing immigrants from seeking a better life in the U.S. is fundamentally antithetical to the core beliefs of the Episcopal faith.
Same-Sex Marriage in the Episcopal Church
As society progresses, it is vital to reconsider how love is expressed and understood within the sacred confines of the Church, particularly concerning the recognition of same-sex marriage.