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November 5, 2019
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And They Made an Opening
Here's my story of navigating an urban theology through the lens of disability.
October 24, 2019
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Dazzling and Cruel Transitions
In this post I explore the tough reality that folks who have slept outside most of their lives face when they get housing. I hope this invites discussion on the role of the church during these sorts of transitions.
October 24, 2019
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Loving People Where They Are At
This short reflection offers a glimpse into the essence of Contextualized Community Care. We spend time with precious people who sleep outside, use drugs, and have to engage in survival sex work.
June 18, 2019
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Communication Regarding Overture 8 to Synod 2019
Overture 8 asks Synod 2019 to withdraw two assertions made by Synod 2012 in accepting the Creation Stewardship Task Force. This commentary addresses Overture 8 and concludes that they fail to support the requested actions.
June 4, 2019
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The CRC and LGBTQ - Part 2
Could the CRC be maneuvered, via our church order and procedural mechanisms, into affirming the LGBTQ agenda?
May 8, 2019
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Immigration is Our Story: Series
This is one part of my family’s story, my immigration story - a story that intersects with those of many others and is filled with both hope and hardship.
March 1, 2019
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4 Indigenous-Led Justice Workshops at Inspire 2019
You're invited! Gather with Christians from across the continent at Inspire 2019 in Windsor, ON. Learn more at crcna.org/Inspire 2019 and check out these Indigenous-led workshops.
February 1, 2019
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Should the CRCNA Lobby in Favor of Federal Carbon Tax Legislation?
If passed, what would the effect of the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act be? How would we know? What should we know to responsibly lobby for or against it?
January 30, 2019
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Thank God for Fossil Fuels!
Fossil fuels are much criticized these days. Rather than lamenting them, I thank my loving Creator for them.
January 17, 2019
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Does "Welcoming the Stranger" Require Advocating for an "Open Border"?
Responsible political advocacy must do more than offer only one side of a multi-sided issues, both as to facts and arguments. Being "one-sided" cannot and will not result in justice for all, but rather intractable division.
January 9, 2019
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Immigration Justice Requires Border Security
The Synod of the CRC has voiced support for comprehensive immigration reform, part of which is a secure border. Immigration justice requires us to welcome the stranger to a country that is faithful to sound Biblical principles.
December 21, 2018
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What Happened to Supporting "Comprehensive Immigration Reform"?
As the debate (fight) about immigration and refugee policy descends, it is important to step back, consider how complicated the political questions are, and decline partisan political activism.
December 11, 2018
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A Light in the Midst of Dark Immigration Rhetoric
...what's changed is that over many years political leaders have made immigration appear dangerous, corrupt and illegal—even on the occasions when it is actually totally legal according to our laws.
September 12, 2018
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Why Inclusion is Different from Acceptance
To include someone is to intentionally pursue ways to make them feel welcomed, heard, and valued. We show the love of Jesus most when we actively include those who are marginalized and different.
June 5, 2018
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Does Social Justice Contribute to Church Decline?
It’s said so often in the U.S. that churches that get involved in social justice decline in membership. But the story of Korea, and the story of the African-American community in the U.S., tells a very different story.
May 16, 2018
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Parallel Suffering
I hope that God will see me living the gospel—making courageous decisions, sacrificing my comfort for others, giving when it hurts, and trusting God as the great provider to meet my needs and the needs of others.
May 15, 2018
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Overtures, Politics, & Justice
The best way to do justice is to follow Scripture and pursue actual justice. The CRC can and should get involved in politics, but only within the context of the following three criteria.
May 4, 2018
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How Did Lent Shape Me?
I decided to give up eating fruit and I decided to add reading theology from a different cultural context than my own. Why did I give up a food group that the Canadian food guide tells us that we need each day, you ask?
April 29, 2018
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What Do Words Matter?
My advice to you is the advice I’m learning to embrace myself: write boldly about important things, ruffle feathers, speak your truth, love God, be propelled out, build community, proclaim Christ!
April 9, 2018
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Guests on This Land - Part 2
We don’t know what we invite in when we open up our table. What we do know is that we have been called by a welcoming God. We know that we have been called by a God who just loves to reconcile—it’s his favorite work.
March 22, 2018
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Esther and the 2nd Amendment
Does the Bible contain the 2nd Amendment principle, "The right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed?"
March 14, 2018
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Celebrating Female Authors - Dorothy Day
March is celebrated as Women's History Month. With this in mind, I wanted to share some books authored by women that have ignited my faith, moved me to action, and helped form my identity in Christ.
March 5, 2018
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Beyond Budget Gimmicks — A Check-up on Canada’s Heart
Canada's federal budget was just released last week. Since budgets are moral documents, what does this budget have to say about the heart of our country?
February 27, 2018
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It’s Time to Stop Talking About Justice
Sometimes it looks as though we, as North American Christians, are spending so much time writing, talking, and debating about justice issues that we do not have time to actually follow Jesus in seeking justice.