Ethical Living
Rich one-percenters make our society unstable, says Linda McQuaig
Extreme wealth held by the very few is a hallmark of societies that are vulnerable to financial collapse, says the Toronto-based author
Interview
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Religion
Christian author Marcus Borg wants us to reclaim biblical language
The American theologian says religions are like languages; we have to employ the basic vocabulary, the central stories and words. If that language fails, so does the religion.
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Environment
Environment activist Maude Barlow on what keeps her in the good fight
She gets her political wits from her parents and her spiritual sustenance from the people she works with and loves
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Death
Cancer death of gay partner flows into poignant memoir, with tears
David Hallman's partner of 33 years lived for just 16 days after his cancer diagnosis, and the story of their life together poured out in the weeks that followed
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UCC in Focus
Trans minister, first in the United Church, talks about her journey
Cindy Bourgeois says opportunities for trans people are growing, and so is tolerance, compared to 30 to 40 years ago.
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World
Palestinian doctor, author Izzeldin Abuelaish on why hatred must end
The professor of public health at the University of Toronto says change must start within oneself first, before it can spread to others
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Ethical Living
Charity is complicated, says Lawrence Scanlan, volunteer for a year
The author chose a dozen charities and spent a month with each one as a volunteer, then wrote a book about the experience
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Ministers
Afghanistan tour of duty touches heart of United Church padre
Rev. Jim Short took a leave from his work with Ladner United in British Columbia so he could serve as a chaplain in the military
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Faith
Religion and politics must tread together wisely, Preston Manning says
The founder of the Reform and Canadian Alliance parties is now running a centre for democracy where he provides practical training for people who want a career in politics
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World
Chinese scholar of Christianity talks about the growth of the faith
Rev. Yanling Meng is doing a doctorate degree in religious studies at the University of Toronto, sponsored by the United Church
