The Harbor Blog
Musings on theology, justice, and pop culture.
New posts every Wednesday (except for weeks of major US holidays).
What Exactly is Justice?
We talk a lot about justice. Harbor has a team dedicated to it. But what, exactly, is this important theme?
Is Unity Possible?
At a time when our country is more polarized than ever, we could use some unity. But we can’t settle for the cheap stuff.
The Jubilee Jesus: No More Poverty
Why was Jesus so concerned with the poor? He was part of a tradition extending from the ancient practice of Jubilee to current demands for reparations.
Tear Them All Down
There’s no good reason (and plenty of bad ones) to have Confederate statues in public spaces.
The Evangelical Gaze
Why is evangelicalism so busted? Here are some thoughts about that, related to the history of Christianity and colonialism.
Compassion Must Trump Conviction
Making the case for full affirmation and celebration of LGBTQ folks—not from esoteric Scripture analysis, but compassion for real people.