The Little Way of Ruthie Leming: A Lesson in Community

May 1, 2013 By 2 Comments
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A rooted commitment to community – rather than a restless, relentless pursuit of career success – is the key to a full life.

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Living in Community is Hard, Beautiful Work

October 30, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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“If we truly love one another — if we truly seek to be His disciples — then we ought to be gladly willing to do the hard work of building community.”

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The Televangelist: Community's Advanced Observation and Introduction to Participation

May 25, 2012 By 1 Comment

We all face the complicated relationship between bemused observation and earnest participation.

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Why Christians Shouldn't Write Off The Occupy Movement

May 15, 2012 By 22 Comments

Can we learn anything about the nature of capitalism and the human heart from the Occupy Wall Street Movement?

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When Games Matter: My Brother and How SOCOM US Navy Seals Brought Us Closer

March 29, 2011 By 12 Comments

“When he asked me to play with him online, I immediately went to the store and bought the game. I didn’t have anything to consider–it was an opportunity to spend time with my brother.”

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The Power of Community

September 27, 2009 By Leave a Comment

In his debut post, Ryan Holmes finds a helpful principle in the pilot episode of NBC’s Community.

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