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Prayers of Attention

Reflections on Evangelicalism, Medieval History, and Women's History

Understanding the connections between religion, gender, & politics, and trying to save our democracy in the process.

Learning to pattern the days in faithful response to God's voice

For the believers, the doubters, the halfway in or outers.

Offering historically informed perspectives on race, faith, and social issues to help you become a lifelong advocate for racial justice

Continuing the conversation about discerning our next right thing in faith, work, and life for those who want to move beyond the pro/con list.

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