A couple posts ago I reflected on the possibilities of a progressive civil religion. Last time, on key moments in…
James BrattJuly 11, 2019
It was an unusual Easter sermon, to say the least. At least unusual for this well-trained CRC boy. We were…
James BrattJune 13, 2019
Temple of Apollo, Corinth, with temple of Aphrodite on the acropolis behind. Thanks to Laura de Jong for filling in…
James BrattMay 30, 2019
Last time I wrote about the centennial of the birth of my father. Today I’m reflecting on the death last…
James BrattMay 2, 2019
Yesterday was the 100th anniversary of my father’s birth: April 17, 1919. Centennials naturally call for reminiscence and reflection, and…
James BrattApril 18, 2019
My last post—about books that fundamentally shaped us—brought out a nice range of responses, showing the different mentalities and life-stories…
James BrattApril 4, 2019
Let’s talk about books again, only this time as a doorway into history—your own history, I mean. Which five books…
James BrattMarch 21, 2019
My last post about the minister in film and fiction really sparked some interest. Thanks to everyone for your suggestions…
James BrattMarch 7, 2019
Here’s an invitation to join in on a fun challenge—help design a new course. Fun for me, anyway. No, it’s…
James BrattFebruary 21, 2019
