What if Lent began with a question? by Sheryl Spencer A mother-daughter road trip sparked a sacred writing practice rooted in memory, wisdom and God’s presence
United Church has ‘grave concerns’ about Iran airstrikes, criticizes Carney’s stance by Sarah Grishpul Other faith groups have a variety of takes on war in the Middle East
This Lent, I’m choosing friendship over spiritual gold medals by Alydia Smith After years of overcomplicating her faith practice, a minister discovers that relationships — with Christ and others — matter more than achievement
This Montreal church has baptized more than 140 Iranians since 2020 by Ghazal Azizi Iran is in crisis, but converts continue to find welcome and love at St Jax
Religious OCD took over my childhood. Years later, I learned how to manage it. by Macenzie Rebelo Scrupulosity made me feel like I was always doing something bad, dirty or wrong
Why I chose to ‘do nothing’ this Lent by Robin McGauley Finding connection with God doesn’t always require action
‘Remember, it lies to you’: People of faith on using AI by Katie Munnik ChatGPT and other similar tools help with ministry and spiritual support, but some users remain cautious
Finding God among trees, rabbits and foxes this Lent by Shawn Sanford Beck A United Church chaplain and Christian animist finds deeper devotion in daily walks and prayers for the land
Meet the Buddhist nuns fighting stereotypes with kung fu by Magdalena Rojo, Religion Unplugged At Nepal’s Druk Amitabha Nunnery, women are pushing against centuries-old limits on female monastics
Christianity isn’t just in decline — it’s become obsolete, says sociologist by Julie McGonegal The problem isn’t simply about belief. ‘[Traditional religion] doesn’t fit ordinary life,’ says Christian Smith.