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Many people are experiencing a profound sense of "moral fatigue," a deep exhaustion that comes from sustained efforts to do the right thing, advocate for justice, and lead with integrity in a resistant world. Drawing on biblical wisdom from Galatians and the Psalms, this piece reminds us that while our compassion may sometimes exceed our capacity, we must allow ourselves to rest and rely on community without giving up. Ultimately, it serves as a powerful call to protect our s

This Faith & Leadership article wrestles with a question many of us carry: how do we keep tending our ordinary lives when the world is full of suffering and injustice? Andrea Palpant Dilley reflects on the tension between caring for home, family, and neighborhood while also staying awake to the needs of the wider world. Her answer is not either/or, but both/and: we are called to tend the small places entrusted to us while still looking up, reaching out, and joining in the lar

This CAC meditation reflects on Julian of Norwich’s famous words, “All will be well,” not as easy optimism or spiritual bypassing, but as a deep trust in the mercy and loving-kindness of God. Mirabai Starr reminds us that Julian did not deny pain, suffering, or the ways we harm one another. Instead, Julian held those realities inside a larger truth: that blame does not have the final word, mercy is always near, and we are held in Divine Love even when we cannot yet see how al

In April 2026, we began what we expect will be an important season of discernment for The Welcome Table. Together, we started reflecting on who we are, what is most meaningful and life-giving in our worship and community life, and how we might shape the next chapter of this community together. As a community led by the community, we believe this process is not only about what we want but also about what we are willing to help build, strengthen, and sustain together. Most impo

On Sunday, May 3, 2026, we continued our season of discernment by spending time together in conversation about what feels meaningful, life-giving, difficult, and unsustainable in this season of The Welcome Table. Together, we named the parts of worship and community that we most want to preserve and strengthen, while also being honest about the places where we need a more sustainable way forward. We then began imagining possible “holy experiments”: practices or models we migh

This article reflects on the historic role of Black churches in protecting voting rights, especially in moments when legal protections have been weakened. In response to the Supreme Court’s April 29, 2026 decision narrowing the reach of the Voting Rights Act, Traci Blackmon reminds readers that the Black church has long done more than encourage civic participation; it has organized, educated, protected, and empowered communities to claim their voice. The piece is a call to re

Check out how Holy Family Episcopal Church in Houston has made art and creativity a central part of its life together. From gallery space and artist commissions to community meals and creative workshops, the church has created a space where beauty, hospitality, worship, and neighborhood connection all come together. It’s a meaningful reminder that art can help open people up to faith, community, and belonging in ways words alone sometimes cannot. Read the article here. The Re

"Find Love" by Emma Ceurvels is a heartfelt song written by a mother for her children, offering a message of hope and kindness as a way to overcome darkness in a broken and divided world.

In a world grappling with collective grief and social precarity, the standard "I’m fine" no longer feels honest or sufficient. By shifting to more candid responses like, "I am doing as well as the world will allow," they advocate for trading polite pretenses for a shared, steadying acknowledgment of our current brokenness. Click here to read the full article. This article was published in Faith & Leadership on September 30, 2025 and was written by Aleta Payne.

While planting a spring garden with his young granddaughter, the author reflects on the cycle of growth as a profound act of faith and a connection to his ancestral roots. Surrounded by blooming tulips and familiar hymns, he finds in the changing season a spiritual renewal that offers clarity on legacy, hope, and the opportunity to correct past regrets. This quiet morning in the dirt serves as a powerful reminder that, despite global chaos, the constancy of nature and faith p

Makom Shalom is a growing "forest synagogue" in Northern California that integrates Jewish tradition with environmentalism by holding services in redwood groves rather than traditional buildings. Led by Rabbi Zelig Golden, the nondenominational congregation emphasizes an "earth-based" Judaism that connects ancestral roots with nature, attracting members through outdoor rituals and a focus on ecological mindfulness. Click here to read the full article. This article was publish

Even when the world is on fire, hope has a way of sprouting through the ashes like a stubborn tulip in the cracks of a ruin. It turns out that celebrating resurrection isn’t about pretending the trauma isn't there, but about trusting that the "way-making" Spirit meets us in the shadows of Holy Saturday and carries our scars into the light. Finding God today doesn't require a life of perfect sunshine; it just requires a heart willing to notice the defiant beauty that keeps bur

In a time of profound economic and political upheaval, the message of Easter offers a necessary shift in perspective for those facing job loss, vulnerability, and fear. By grounding personal and collective suffering in the narrative of the resurrection, the author suggests that community and faith provide a "cosmic" hope that persists even when earthly circumstances feel chaotic. It is a timely reminder that while Lent acknowledges our current distress, Easter promises a last

Hard work and faith meet at the intersection of The Rhythm & The Praise . Huge congratulations to Durant Cameron on his national nomination for the Prayze Factor Awards ! This recognition is so well-deserved, and we’d love for you to help us celebrate. Take a moment to cast your vote and follow Durant’s Facebook page to stay connected with his ministry and music. Click HERE to Vote Click on the large banner that says “Vote!” and then scroll down to category #55 and select “D

Dr. John M. Perkins was a prophetic trailblazer who moved beyond theory to practice, co-founding the Christian Community Development Association (CCDA) and dedicating his life to reconciliation and justice in marginalized communities. His enduring legacy of "incarnational ministry" continues to inspire generations of leaders to pursue a holistic Gospel that transforms both hearts and systems. Click here to read the full article. This article was published by CCDA on March 16,

Beyond just a hobby for the elderly, knitting is gaining recognition as a powerful "bilateral, rhythmic intervention" that helps regulate the nervous system and curb addictive behaviors like smoking and doomscrolling. By engaging both sides of the brain through repetitive motion, this accessible craft provides a healthy sensory substitute that can reduce stress and help individuals process difficult emotions one stitch at a time. Click here to read the full article. This arti

Last Sunday, David referenced a video where renowned travel author Rick Steves visits Iran. Knowing very little of the country, he spends time exploring, learning, deeply listening to the people there, and comes away struck more by the commonalities we share, than by our differences. Check out the full video here .

We join in solidarity with the people of the Middle East through this poignant prayer for peace and justice, authored by the Rt Rev Rosie Frew, Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. (Matthew 5:9) Loving God We come before you in sorrow For once again we are a world affected by war So many lives disrupted So much destruction So much needless loss So much fear and uncertainty So much gr

An email arrived in my inbox. “He is in seminary in Charlotte and lives in Rock Hill. His wife arrives tonight – from China! He has been sleeping on an air mattress and no furniture for them or their six-year-old daughter. Can you help?” The father became a follower of Christ in his home country of China. A scholarship was awarded for him to attend seminary in the U.S. He worked for over a year to bring his family here to join him. The visa came and it was necessary for them