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Intersections at The Seattle School
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The Ambivalent Gardener: Eco-theology, Community, and Flourishing in the Relatio Project
B. Mason Judy writes about his time in Relatio, a collaborative project between The Seattle School and St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Ballard.
Engaging Global Partnerships in Kenya
Dr. Ron Ruthruff and a group of students are headed to Kenya this month as part of our Engaging Global Partnerships class.
Self-Contempt in Lent
Cecelia Romero Likes writes about trying to spend less time on her phone while she’s with her daughter—and the contempt that grows loud in the new silence.
Serving God and Neighbor
The invitation to pilgrimage and wilderness ultimately leads to the call of serving God and neighbor—two directions of service that are inextricable.
Students Reflect on Fatigue, Tiredness, and Self-care
We found a few students after class to chat about the realities of fatigue, how it’s different from tiredness, and how to care for themselves along the way.
Liberating Fire: A Short Film with Dr. Bob Ekblad
This short film shares the fascinating story of Dr. Bob Ekblad and his journey toward integrating a charismatic faith with a call to social justice.
Resources for Resistance in Lent
Here’s a handful of resources to help ground and inspire us in the prophetic work of resistance to de-humanizing systems—particularly during Lent.
The Urgent Humanity of Dialogue
Elliot Huemann shares a vulnerable, urgent reminder that beneath the debates about “issues” are very real humans with very real stories.
A Call to Discourse
Dr. J. Derek McNeil challenges us to aspire toward relational discourse that is informed by history and an openness to global complexity.
Wounded But Not Broken
Kate Davis reflects on the pain that comes when the body of Christ is wounded—and the hope-filled belief that that body is still not broken.
When Home Is Not Safe
Jennifer Fernandez argues that particular churches or denominations—even when they are a home of sorts—should not be equated with the whole of Christianity.
Running and Spiritual Health
Laura Wade Shirley writes about the work of spiritual health, and how running helps connect her body, mind, and spirit more fully to God and herself.