By Joshua Stewart Over the past several years, as our world has witnessed far too many instances of people being abused by others, the verse in Scripture that has resonated with me is Genesis 1:27. “So God created humankind in his image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created … Continue reading
DIGNITY – what do you hear when this word comes to mind? For us, it takes on renewed meaning each summer when LUCHA Ministries refocuses our efforts on Latino youth outreach through PROJECT 3-D. Latino youth, many from immigrant parents and/or who are immigrants themselves, hear repeatedly that they are “different from” (implying “not as … Continue reading
This post comes from Colleen Burroughs, vice president of Passport Inc. and CBF’s current moderator: As over 1,500 participants walked into Epcot’s World Showplace for the opening session of the third iteration of Faith in 3D, they found themselves wandering through glowing lights and neon colored activities designed to inspire writing, drawing, playing, building and … Continue reading
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As I come to the close of my seminary career, I feel that I have to impart some wisdom to those who might be considering seminary or are currently in school. This is more than just a “what I wish I would have known,” list but an encouragement to join the experience whole-heartedly. Join me … Continue reading
As of noon on Tuesday we have officially entered the “Obama Era.” Over the past year we have watched Barack Obama sweep the nation with his message of hope and change. However, one cannot consider Obama’s campaign without noticing the way that he captured the hearts and minds of the younger generation of Americans. Watching … Continue reading
As a seminarian I have learned a lot about Baptist heritage. Having been a daughter of a Baptist minister, I was amazed at all the things I didn’t know about Baptists. I was fascinated to learn how all throughout history, Baptists have multiplied by dividing. Each generation of Baptists have had different concerns and interests … Continue reading
What does it mean to be a young Baptist today? I am sure the answer to this question has changed throughout the decades and depends on a myriad of factors. As for me, this question seems a bit loaded and to answer it would require reflection on my own worldview. Continue reading
As a young Baptist seminarian attending a Methodist seminary, I have found myself with an increasing awareness of what it means to be young and Baptist in the world today. Growing up, I only knew the Baptist way of doing church. With two parents who attended a Baptist seminary and one who worked in a … Continue reading