Twitter / faithvillage- Lent begins today. http://t.co/2BiFe9Wg @AubryGSmith on the misconceptions she's had about this mainstay of Christianity.Lent begins today. http://t.co/2BiFe9Wg @AubryGSmith on the misconceptions she's had about this mainstay of Christianity. […]
- "We live divorced from food." http://t.co/JQJSsciQ @EverydayLiturgy on the ethics of food in prep for Lent."We live divorced from food." http://t.co/JQJSsciQ @EverydayLiturgy on the ethics of food in prep for Lent. […]
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- Lent begins today. http://t.co/2BiFe9Wg @AubryGSmith on the misconceptions she's had about this mainstay of Christianity.
Category Archives: Culture
Which Film Deserves Best Picture This Year?
This year nine films have received nominations for Best Picture from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. They are: Warhorse Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close Hugo The Help Moneyball Midnight in Paris Tree of Life The Artist The … Continue reading
In Defense of Lent
As a Protestant evangelical from a non-liturgical tradition, I grew up with the assumption that Lent was some ultra-legalistic nonessential that Catholics imposed upon themselves during the Pascal season to appear more spiritual. Perhaps you aren’t as harsh and immature as … Continue reading
[MOVIE REVIEW]: Chronicle: A Good Example of the Destruction of Bitterness
Cast: Dane DeHaan, Alex Russell, Michael B. Jordan, Michael Kelly, Ashley Hinshaw Director: Josh Trank Genre: Sci-fi/Thriller Rating: PG-13 What would you do if you could do anything? This is the question “Chronicle,” the new movie with the unfortunate name asks its audience. This new … Continue reading
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Categories: Culture
Tags: bitterness, Chronicle, Culture Lab, Jeff Totey, Movie Review
Categories: Culture
Tags: bitterness, Chronicle, Culture Lab, Jeff Totey, Movie Review
Jeremy Lin is the New Tim Tebow
“Linsanity” is sweeping the nation. Jeremy Lin is the point guard for the New York Knicks of the National Basketball Association. He has skyrocketed from obscurity to stardom, leading his team to six straight victories. Last night he scored the final six … Continue reading
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Categories: Culture
Tags: basketball, Denison Forum, influence, Jeremy Lin, Jim Denison, NBA
Categories: Culture
Tags: basketball, Denison Forum, influence, Jeremy Lin, Jim Denison, NBA
The Sunday I Attended a Cult
In college, I attended two different churches, both sound, both focused on Jesus, worship, and outreach. But one Sunday, a friend of mine invited me to a different church. I decided to go. What struck me was the mood of … Continue reading
The Truth About Valentine’s Day
Over the past week, I’ve listened intently to people’s comments about Valentine’s Day—a day exciting for some and a painful reminder of singleness for others. While shopping, I engaged in a conversation with two female clerks about Valentine’s Day, which … Continue reading
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Categories: Culture
Tags: love, Marriage, relationships, Ruthie Dean, Valentine's Day
Categories: Culture
Tags: love, Marriage, relationships, Ruthie Dean, Valentine's Day
Valentine’s Day: A Day for New Beginnings
In marriage, a groove can quickly become a rut. What started out as such a nice, sweet relationship can often end up in confusion, frustration, isolation, and ultimately, separation. Sometimes we don’t even notice it until major damage has been done. … Continue reading