Jason Byassee, Rae Jean Proeschold-Bell

When Work Is Holy

Rae Jean Proeschold-Bell and Jason Byassee write that when work is holy, we should expect ups and down.

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David Grumett

Digesting the Word: A Tryptic and Proposal on Dietary Choice

This essay reflects upon the fascinating painting by Velázquez Christ in the House of Martha and Mary, discusses the current Roman Catholic rules of abstinence, and considers the curious fact that these are less rigorous than those adopted by vegetarians and many others in secular society.

Catherine Bowler

Wanted: Celebrity and the American Prosperity Preacher

Joel Osteen has every reason to smile. The man known as the “smiling preacher” earns top billing as the leader of Lakewood Church, the nation’s largest church and 43,500 members strong. His books debut as New York Times bestsellers. He looks at home seated across from Larry King, Barbara Walters, and the feisty cast of The View. […]