- A group of pastors, writers, scholars and spiritual leaders you might know, offer suggested “reSOULutions” for 2022. (So worth skimming until you see one or two that resonate with your own soul…) Compiled by Tish Harrison Warren.
- A truly helpful visual and interactive guide to the concept of GDP and the state of the global economy. (especially if this arena is of interest, but like me, you lack fluency.)
- This study out of Westmont College is worth a conversation with your church friends about the intersection of faith and mind. I love the name synthesis – neurotheology – and “The research suggests that religious believers who relate to God in an uncertain or anxious manner are more likely to experience symptoms of psychological distress…”
- Have you ever wondered why you ‘felt better’ once you got vaccinated? “The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a “second pandemic” of anxiety and depression. While vaccines are primarily aimed at reducing COVID-19 transmission and mortality risks, they may have important secondary benefits.” (Agrawal et al, NBER)
- Katherine Stewart on Christian Nationalism as we begin 2022. As a pastor, I know this evil has been here since America’s beginning. It’s malignant growth today troubles me to my core.
The Gathering 