Shane Claiborne, evangelical author, preaches peace, simplicity by Pieta Woolley The celebrity co-founder of the non-profit The Simple Way in Philadelphia says people are tired of militarism
Author Kathleen Norris on the rich mystical tradition of Christianity by Alicia von Stamwitz Many people don't know of the desert fathers and mothers, but they're much more accessible than contemporary theologians, she says
Rich one-percenters make our society unstable, says Linda McQuaig by Mike Milne Extreme wealth held by the very few is a hallmark of societies that are vulnerable to financial collapse, says the Toronto-based author
Christian author Marcus Borg wants us to reclaim biblical language by Therese DesCamp The American theologian says religions are like languages; we have to employ the basic vocabulary, the central stories and words. If that
Environment activist Maude Barlow on what keeps her in the good fight by Frank Dabbs She gets her political wits from her parents and her spiritual sustenance from the people she works with and loves
Cancer death of gay partner flows into poignant memoir, with tears by David Wilson David Hallman's partner of 33 years lived for just 16 days after his cancer diagnosis, and the story of their life together
Trans minister, first in the United Church, talks about her journey by Larke Turnbull Cindy Bourgeois says opportunities for trans people are growing, and so is tolerance, compared to 30 to 40 years ago.
Palestinian doctor, author Izzeldin Abuelaish on why hatred must end by Mike Milne The professor of public health at the University of Toronto says change must start within oneself first, before it can spread to
Charity is complicated, says Lawrence Scanlan, volunteer for a year by Larry Krotz The author chose a dozen charities and spent a month with each one as a volunteer, then wrote a book about the
Afghanistan tour of duty touches heart of United Church padre by Ken Gallinger Rev. Jim Short took a leave from his work with Ladner United in British Columbia so he could serve as a chaplain