Earth & Altar

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“Did Jesus soothe his own aching heart by collecting driftwood, stacking and arranging it, kneading flour and water, sprinkling salt, and then welcoming?” Today’s essay is by Suzanne DeWitt Hall. earthandaltarmag.com/posts/9f2t9b7s…

“In considering a return to confessional Anglicanism, we will find the church’s unity and the church’s voice – a way to interpret all the things that matter to us, not just saying the same things over and over again.” Today’s essay is by Richard Pryor. earthandaltarmag.com/posts/in-essen…

In today’s essay, Chris Gregorio reflects on the hymn “Nothing But the Blood of Jesus.” earthandaltarmag.com/posts/talbjz3y…

“As my grip tightened on my phone, I pursed my lips together to keep from screaming: “That’s not what that verse is about!” Today’s essay is by Katie Rouse earthandaltarmag.com/posts/7tfv0od9…

Check out the latest episode of In Simeon's Wake! This week, we meet Philo of Alexandria.

“From Pentecostalism to deconstruction, New Age detours, and contemplative liturgy, the Anglican approach helped prune and nourish a healthy faith.” Today’s essay is by Luke Anderson earthandaltarmag.com/posts/v29jyh14…

“What if the transcendent experiences we have around art aren’t just a mirage? What if they’re real encounters with God?” Today’s essay is by Carey Wallace earthandaltarmag.com/posts/the-last…

All throughout the 20th century, Africa witnessed one of the most extraordinary revivals of Jewish identity in modern times. How did this come about? Listen to find out more! zurl.co/n17Ho

“If those of us who are Christian and anti-fascist are to take this current moment of Christofascism seriously, we must take the African American prophetic tradition and its Church seriously as well.” -Talique Taylor earthandaltarmag.com/posts/god-is-a…

“And no matter how your baby eats, caring for him or her results in a complete “refashioning” of the mind.” Today’s essay is by Kayla Beth Moore earthandaltarmag.com/posts/the-self…

“What do you think Jesus meant when he said this?” the calm British voice asked. “Who the f--- knows?” I’d say, while peeling wallpaper.  Check out our latest essay by Anna Sutterisch earthandaltarmag.com/posts/running-…

Check out the latest episode of In Simeon’s Wake!

"[Boethius's] sense of the world was ripped away, and no alternative was offered until Lady Philosophy came with her cures." Today’s essay is by Williams Lewis. earthandaltarmag.com/posts/on-the-c…

"Imagine walking with prayer in the neighbourhood. The noises of those around us say so much - about job loss, health issues, infertility, abandonment, loneliness and all the different ways life takes a turn.” Today’s essay is by Suzie Gallagher earthandaltarmag.com/posts/audio-di…

“In the quiet dusk, the hymn reminds us God is not absent. He is present in the slow unfolding of night, in the stars that pierce the sky.” Today’s essay is by Carlos A. Santiago earthandaltarmag.com/posts/walking-…

“If the church is going to stand up to and defeat the perversion that is Christian Fascism, it must first listen to those whom it has othered, marginalized, and hurt during its centuries-long ‘victor’s parade.’” -Scott Robinson earthandaltarmag.com/posts/the-end-…

"My kids are vocal about not always loving church...But once we are finally tucked in and the lights are off, all three still ask me for bedtime prayers." Today’s essay is by Shane Marcus earthandaltarmag.com/posts/go-my-ch…

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Today’s poem is by Scott Robinson. earthandaltarmag.com/posts/julian-o…

Today’s essay is by Daniel Stroud. earthandaltarmag.com/posts/jerusale…