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America's Gospel
America's Gospel

”There is no resurrection until you walk by the pain of Calvary, and catch a glimpse, in the sunlight, of the lynching tree.” (Otis Moss III)

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Spoken WordCommon HymnalJune 24, 2025Otis Moss III
Juneteenth
Juneteenth

“It's Juneteenth, and I ask the question: Black Creators, do you know that you're free?” (Phillip Joubert)

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Social ActivismPhillip JoubertJune 15, 2025Phillip Joubert
Sinners
Sinners

Reflections on the movie, Sinners.

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IdeaDavid GateJune 10, 2025David Gate
Black Boys And Their Mothers
Black Boys And Their Mothers

We talk a lot about honoring a life source. Royce spells it out loud and clear.

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PoetryRoyce LovettMay 9, 2025Royce Lovett
The Poet's Way
The Poet's Way

Drew Jackson hosts a conversation with Cole Arthur Riley and Pádraig Ó Tuama, about the connections between poetry and contemplation.

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PoetryDrew JacksonApril 25, 2025Drew Jackson
Spiritual Underground
Spiritual Underground

That less visible space, on the outskirts of Christendom, where unconventional and unlikely candidates do life and mission together in less-formal structures.

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IdeaMalcolm du PlessisApril 18, 2025Malcolm du Plessis
In Kristin du Mez's Words
In Kristin du Mez's Words

We love the way that Kristin du Mez captured the essence of our project on her Substack earlier this year.

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StoryKristin Du MezApril 8, 2025Kristin du Mez
America's Gospel
America's Gospel

”There is no resurrection until you walk by the pain of Calvary, and catch a glimpse, in the sunlight, of the lynching tree.” (Otis Moss III)

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Spoken WordCommon HymnalMarch 3, 2025Otis Moss III
Remind Us ...
Remind Us ...

A prayer by Vincent Charlow.

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DevotionalVincent CharlowJanuary 25, 2025Vincent Charlow
Now We Call It White Christian Nationalism
Now We Call It White Christian Nationalism

A vital read from Jemar Tisby.

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Social ActivismJemar TisbyJanuary 12, 2025Jemar Tisby
Truth Be Told: The Kingdom Of Sowing And Reaping
Truth Be Told: The Kingdom Of Sowing And Reaping

A poem by David Gate.

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Poetry, IdeaBrandi MillerJanuary 6, 2025David Gate
Dress Rehearsal for Live Free USA Tour
Dress Rehearsal for Live Free USA Tour

BTS video capture of a dress rehearsal.

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"Featured"Malcolm du PlessisAugust 21, 2024Malcolm du Plessis
Cross Pollination
Cross Pollination

Cross-pollination leads to increased fruit yield, size and quality.

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IdeaMalcolm du PlessisAugust 10, 2024Malcolm du Plessis
The Awakening
The Awakening

”It is not the job of the marginalized to wake up the church to its apathy and oppression.” (Brandi Miller)

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Social Activism, Spoken Word, "Featured"Brandi MillerApril 16, 2024Brandi Miller
What Do You Think About The Modernizing Of The Faith?
What Do You Think About The Modernizing Of The Faith?

I was asked this question recently …

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IdeaMalcolm du PlessisDecember 11, 2023Malcolm du Plessis
Gratitude
Gratitude

"I found this cutting many years ago. No doubt there are countless such stories throughout history. So much food for thought." (Malcolm du Plessis)

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Devotional, StoryMalcolm du PlessisNovember 9, 2023Malcolm du Plessis
Lyrical Integrity
Lyrical Integrity

"In recent days, when I have listened to worship music, my historic convictions have been freshly reinforced." (Malcolm du Plessis)

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SongwritingMalcolm du PlessisOctober 6, 2023Malcolm du Plessis
Saint Louis
Saint Louis

“I hope some day I look at people the same way I did with the branches.” (Ronald Abdou)

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ArtworkRonald AbdouJuly 15, 2023Ronald Abdou
It Can Happen Here!!!
It Can Happen Here!!!

Another timely read on the eve of the Fourth of July.

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Social ActivismJemar TisbyJuly 3, 2023Jemar Tisby
Interview With Erica Campbell
Interview With Erica Campbell

Erica was kind to have two of our contributors on her show on the day we released Amazing Grace (Always).

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InterviewCommon HymnalMarch 30, 2023
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