FaithLink for February 7: The Paris Climate Conference

At the 2015 Paris Climate Conference, nearly 200 nations reached an agreement to limit greenhouse gas emissions. What makes the Paris agreement environmentally, politically, and economically important? What theological significance does it hold for us as Jesus’...

FaithLink for January 31: Helicopter Parenting

The term helicopter parent appears frequently in the media to describe a particular style of parenting. What is a helicopter parent? How can one be an effective parent with appropriate boundaries? In what ways can the church support healthy parenting? FaithLink is a...

FaithLink for January 24: Respecting Other Religions

We live in a time of increased misunderstanding and fear of other religions, particularly Islam. How do we foster good relationships with and acceptance of people of other faiths? How do we respect other traditions without compromising our own faith? FaithLink is a...

FaithLink for January 17: Overuse of Antibiotics

Antibiotics offer benefits in the treatment of disease; however, overuse in humans and ani- mals raises serious concerns. What are the concerns? What is responsible use? How does faith guide us as we make decisions about the use of antibiotics? FaithLink is a Sunday...

FaithLink for January 10: Standardized Testing

Many teacher and parent organizations are calling for less emphasis on standardized testing in public schools. What are the advantages and disadvantages of evaluating student learning through standardized tests? What alternatives exist? How can our faith guide us as...