Society
Could outer space be the world’s next battleground?
A fragile peace is fraying as military powers ramp up their interest in Earth's orbit
October 2020
In this issue: A look at efforts to curb toxic masculinity before it takes root; Three people with firsthand law enforcement experience share their visions for rethinking a racist system; Sufjan Stevens, Gen Z’s unlikely prophet.
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Interview
Simon Moccasin on taking a stand against police violence
He says people are too scared to speak up — but change is still possible
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Culture
Sufjan Stevens is Gen Z’s unlikely prophet
Embraced by a new generation of fans, the indie musician still holds his faith close to his heart
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Society
In ‘Minnows,’ Friends share thoughts on God and nature around the campfire
An excerpt from "Shelterbelts"
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Environment
Cheryl Bradbee on teaching students to build their own arks
She says many come to her class with little or no education about the climate crisis
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Interview
Social worker Donna Alexander on the anxiety of calling the police
She says we've failed society's vulnerable when a Black person ends up dead after law enforcement is brought in to help
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Opinion
Gifts of food in moments of crisis help ease caregivers’ burdens
Food “is one way we, as a community, express the care and compassion of Jesus for each other," says one ministry coordinator
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Interview
Katherine Hancock Ragsdale on the fight for reproductive justice
The head of the National Abortion Federation says abortion has become a political tool
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Interview
This retired cop wants to see police culture transformed
Alain Babineau, who worked for the RCMP for 27 years, says officers should take a stand against racist policies
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Culture
New novel explores the lingering trauma of female genital cutting
"Seven" feels like especially personal work for author Farzana Doctor
