Article: Missions

Think globally, act locally. Then act globally.

An effort that started as a mission trip to Kenya for New Psalmist Baptist Church in Baltimore has grown into an environmental commitment with an impact on international policy. Read more »

Q&A: Stories of Hope

Edouard Duval-CarriƩ: Raising awareness of Haiti with art

Artist Edouard Duval-CarriĆ© engages the rich, fascinating and often tragic history of his homeland in his art. He also is trying to help Haitian artists recover from the 2010 earthquake by promoting their work. Read more »



Article: Pastoral Excellence

Peer groups change the work of denominational officials in Massachusetts UCC

Nine years after the creation of pastor peer groups, the support afforded to local clergy is also paying dividends for the regional staff who supervise them. Read more »



Reflection: Theology

Standing at the border of Now and Then

Karl Barth was not just a theological giant but also a father who buried a son. The sermon Barth preached at his son’s memorial service offers words of honesty and hope to all who mourn someone who died young, says James A. Harnish. Read more »

Q&A: Workplace

Ben Wildavsky: The globalization of higher education

In the age of knowledge mobility and talent mobility, the universities -- and other organizations -- that adopt the merit principle are going to be the most successful, says the former education editor of U.S. News & World Report. Read more »