The clobber passages are a group of six Bible verses (Leviticus 18:22, Leviticus 20:13, Romans 1:26-27, 1 Corinthians 6:9-10, 1 Timothy 1:9-10, and Jude 1:7) that have been historically used to condemn homosexuality. However, there are several issues with using these passages as a reason for the Bible to be […]
The term “queer” has a complicated and varied history, and can be perceived as both hurtful and empowering depending on the context and the individual’s particular experiences. Several members of the LGBTQ+ community have reclaimed the phrase as a way to fight and question heteronormative and cisnormative notions about gender […]
The Bible is an essential text for Christians around the world. It contains the teachings of Jesus Christ, the stories of his life and ministry, and the history of the early church. One of the most important books in the Bible is the Gospel of Mark, which offers a unique […]
As a United Church of Christ (UCC) pastor, serving a diverse political congregation can be challenging. However, with the right pastoral care techniques, it is possible to minister effectively to individuals with differing political views. In this blog post, we will explore some practical suggestions for serving a UCC church […]
As humans, we all possess an inherent dignity and worth that cannot be diminished by our circumstances, choices, or beliefs. This is because we are created in the image of God, or Imago Dei in Latin. The concept of Imago Dei is not only central to Christian theology, but it […]
Grace is a fundamental concept within Christian theology, and it has been the subject of extensive scholarly inquiry for centuries. At its essence, grace refers to the unmerited favor that God extends to humanity through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. From a progressive Christian perspective, grace is […]
Jesus is often described as the embodiment of love, compassion, and kindness. He taught us to love our neighbors as ourselves, to treat others with respect and dignity, and to extend forgiveness and grace to those who have wronged us. In this blog post, we will explore how we can […]
