Thoughts, reflections, and musings at the practical intersection of theology, psychology, and ministry
This is powerful. I hope each of us would listen deeply to this courageous woman's prophetic question and vision: Do you think that he’s able to hold the pain of this country and repair it? THAT is the work of justice. The way that justice works is you recognize hurt, you take responsibility for it, … Continue reading Justice and Assault: A Restorative and Courageous Vision
Those interested in reading my paper on the relationship between patriarchal theology and violence against women can find it online. The following link downloads a PDF of the entire 2013 Proceedings of the ASSR (Association for the Scientific Study of Religion):Theological Complicity: Patriarchal Theology's Contribution to Male Abuse of WomenMy article is on pp. 84-99.You … Continue reading Theological Complicity: Patriarchal Theology’s Contribution to Male Abuse of Women
https://youtube.googleapis.com/v/KTvSfeCRxe8&source=udsThis video from TedxTalks says a great deal that I find vital. I am grateful to the women (such as +Kait Dugan) who have publicized this on social media so that I could see it.To see how far we have yet to go, just observe the comments beneath the video on YouTube (link here). The … Continue reading Silence is Complicity: A Call to Speak Up Against Abuse!
Baby relaxing with Dad at a garden on Baylor's campusI love being a father!"If I were a rich man" declared Tevye, "I'd see my wife, my Golde, looking like a rich man's wife / With a proper double-chin. / Supervising meals to her heart's delight. / I see her putting on airs and strutting like … Continue reading Paternity Leaving
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