What I’ve Written Lately…

most recent article: for religionandpolitics.org

Covid-19 Vaccines: Why Some Christians Decry Them as the “Mark of the Beast”

A thorough history of what has been called the mark of the beast in modern American history.

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The Church’s Role in a Pandemic

COVID-19 forces us to push back against the narrative of individualism and remember that we all depend on each other.

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How Public Health Can Help Us Better Love Our Neighbor

In order to love our neighbor, we must see the forces and systems which are impacting our neighbor. And we have to love our neighbor enough to want to change the system.

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When Christian Education Is Really Christian Indoctrination

I want to see Christian schools actively teach the failures of the historic and modern church in America. I want to see curriculum created on how most Christians responded — with Bible verses in hand — to justify injustice.

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Grounded Hope: The Long View

Three book recommendations for cultivating resilient hope.

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The 8 Phrases People Say When They Aren’t Ready To Grow (And What To Say Instead)

The world is so much more fun and expansive and humbling when we don’t quite have all the answers.

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7 Non-Partisan Practical Things Christians Can Do To Make A Difference

From advocating for changing tables in men’s bathrooms in your church to working to end solitary confinement for juveniles in your state.

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Public Health As Christian Service

This is a syllabus I created introducing Christians to the basic concepts of public health. Hopefully it will empower Christians to think critically about their service work.

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The Less Intimidating Introduction to Public Health (5 Ways To Learn More)

Don’t have time for a full semester’s syllabus? Read just a paragraph on five topics impacting public health in the US today.