Many of you are already taking the challenge to incorporate new ideas and practices into your lives for the sake of others in your communities. At the 2008 Q Conference, we filtered through numerous submissions and chose several projects to be described in three minutes each. Listen and learn.
Recently, we sat down with Jim Wallis who is a renowned author and founder of Sojourners Magazine. His work in the political world has provided a platform for government leaders to talk about their own faith and values. During our interview Jim discusses the desire of a new generation, what happens when politics fail, and some insight about the next election. Listen to the interview HERE
In the world of journalism, the New York Times is a mover. Its newspaper and website set the standard for all other news organizations. Indeed, the New York Times often leads the charge when it comes to reporting the most important events in our culture. So what happens when a bright young Christian is hired to help readers understand the role of faith in politics and world events? Listen as Michael Luo discusses the nature of political journalism and the impact our faith can have on how we understand and engage politics.
After spending the last few days in Austin, TX, I’m pretty stoked about Q laying down Texas roots (at least for a few days), April 27-29, 2009. After our first two years were hosted in Atlanta and Manhattan, we now head west to Austin. Austin represents a smaller city (very much like most of America) that is in the business of culture creation. It boasts a beautiful mix of tex-mex culture with brisquet, barbeque and music for everyone.
I hope you can join us for another great Q gathering next Spring, the rates are the lowest they will be for the next two months. http://www.fermiproject.com/Q
When it comes to politics, Christians often feel frustrated. How can we make a impact against the immovable mountains of injustice, poverty, war, and the degradation of human life? Jim Wallis believes that the answer comes from a new, yet historical perspective on the nature of movements.
I guess the theme of the last few posts is humbly listening and learning from others who have something to say about life, truth and the heart, regardless of whether we share the same beliefs. With Alanis Morisette (Grammy winning singer/songwriter), I don’t know what type of “spirituality” she practices, but her deep understanding of the need for self-awareness and righting one’s own soul before trying to turn others is a great reminder of how a Christian ought to think….don’t you think?
Christopher Silber, award winning screenwriter shares his perspective on story and what makes a great film in my recent interview with him for the Fermi podcast. Christopher recently moved with is family from Germany to Brooklyn, NY and he continues to work on major television shows in Germany while writing and advising on film scripts in the U.S. Any writer or artists will appreciate his rich experience and perspective
Will Hinton just posted a podcast with our good friend and the Director of Word Made Flesh, Chris Heuertz. Chris’ describes his time with Mother Theresa and how much it has informed his views on the Christian’s role in bringing dignity to the poor. Its pretty compelling, listen here.
There is something in each of us that longs to change the world. But what if we’re missing something? What if we’ve gotten it wrong when it comes to how the world is changed? Consider some thoughts that are guaranteed to challenge your assumptions.
J.K. Rowling’s commencement address to the graduates of Harvard gives a rare glimpse into her ideas about life and imagination. Its worth the watch. Her thoughts on imagination and its subsequent link to justice are profound.
“Imagination is not only the uniquely human capacity to envision that which is not, and therefore the fount of all invention and innovation. In its arguably most transformative and revelatory capacity, it is the power that enables us to empathize with humans whose experiences we have never shared.”
J.K. Rowling
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