UCC in Focus
The United Church welcomes all — even atheist ministers
Gretta Vosper is now free to lead her Toronto congregation after a settlement, and this minister and writer says that's a good thing.
Opinion
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Justice
Anti-Semitism is why I’ll always be a proud Jewish atheist
On the 80th anniversary of Kristallnacht, this Canadian Jew reflects on the ongoing hate that has helped define his identity.
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Spirituality
Interfaith conference illuminating, but those who needed it most weren’t there
Observer editor Will Pearson learned a lot at the Parliament of the World's Religions gathering in Toronto, but wondered about its long-term impact.
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Spirituality
Are essential oils beneficial or just nicely scented hogwash?
Anne Bokma looks at the booming industry of fragrant elixirs that promises to cure all that ails you.
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Spirituality
My faith compelled me to give up my Tim Hortons habit
This writer says a nudging in her spirit persuaded her to come up with a different ritual.
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Spirituality
Why Christians need to take a stand against nationalism
If we truly believe the Gospel message, we have to condemn a worldview that expunges people's humanity, says this writer.
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Ethical Living
Retirement helped me to value my life in a new way
This writer loved his work — and working. But he had to heed an inner voice that told him he was done.
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Spirituality
Christians are divided on the legalization of pot
Many conservative evangelicals are opposed, this writer says, "because opposing is what they do."
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UCC in Focus
My church was dying until we returned to prayer and confession
"No magic formulas. Just grace emerging through weakness."
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Spirituality
Impact of my Christian commune’s strict limits on media
This writer says the community's approach to media was too simplistic.
