December 2021

In this issue: Second-generation Canadians often find themselves caught in between two worlds at Christmas. Eight writers share how they’ve put their own spin on holiday traditions; How Indigenous filmmakers are finding a new, successful way to tell their stories through dystopia, sci-fi and horror; Is the church disappearing? Rev. Christopher White answers a reader. Scroll down for more content from this edition. Want to read everything from our magazine? You can subscribe here.

Three people, one child, one adult and one senior stand in front of an image of the earth with a bright star inside it.

To do the work of Christmas, we have to ask ourselves how we fit into Jesus’ story

by Richard Bott

A seasonal message from Moderator Richard Bott

I’m a poet who has lived an accomplished life. Now I live in the shelter system.

by Willi Boepple

I've never had it easy, but now, I've lost everything

Author J.B. MacKinnon on what might happen if we stop shopping

by Julie McGonegal

The writer explores the possibilities of a future economy not based on endless consumption

This minister’s sock project brings hope to those with autoimmune conditions

by Kate Spencer

When Jessica Baird began getting troves of silly socks, she decided to share them with others

Some young adults with disabilities are stuck in long-term care. They say that’s discrimination.

by Meagan Gillmore

Without proper support to live at home, they have no choice but to stay in "medical prison cells"

Survey reveals how United churches adapted during COVID

by Mike Milne

More than 500 people involved in leadership in 192 congregations completed last May's poll

Bollywood movies are more than breezy rom-coms

by Mrinalini Sundar

The world’s largest film industry entertains, empowers and teaches

Tammy Faye biopic doesn’t treat televangelist like a joke

by Jason Anderson

'The Eyes of Tammy Faye' is a surprisingly sympathetic account of the Bakkers' saga

Is the United Church going to disappear?

by Christopher White

Rev. Christopher White answers a Broadview reader's worried question

Woman with ginger hair cut into a bob. She is wearing a blue blouse with a long gold chain.

Why solutions journalism matters to us at Broadview

by Jocelyn Bell

We're working hard to include solutions elements in more of our articles