God Needs A Grade In My Class
We’re used to the idea that God might grade our performance. This teacher has decided to flip the script.
Another Way Of Looking At Things
How We Could All Win Or Lose Last Night’s Presidential Debate
Not being able to take no for an answer is one of Trump’s biggest failings. And now we have the chance to learn from it.
If Only Star Trek Understood How Religious It Is
On the 50th anniversary of Star Trek’s launch, a Catholic writer reflects on the spiritual truths behind the show, despite its attempts to do quite the opposite.
What George Carlin Can Teach Us About Joking About Tragedy
The day before September 11th, George Carlin recorded an album called, “I Kinda Like It When A Lotta People Die.” In a week, that album will finally be released. What can this teach us about joking about disasters and our own personal tragedies?
What The Nazi Invasion Of Poland Can Teach Us About Trust
On this day in 1939 the Nazis invaded Poland. And today, that event reminded me to reexamine my relationship with trust.
Why More People Are Single… And Why It Matters
A new study claims that being single is better than being married. Whatever the truth in that, there is a lesson to be learned here for all of us.
Philosophizing Under A Tree And Other Visions Of The Ideal School
Our current schools too often descend into dryness, dullness, and homogenization. Alternative systems thrive and offer many ideas for change. Let’s pursue the dream of inspiring schools that allow all minds, including the quirkiest ones, to flourish.
Team Annoyed vs. Team Amazed
When the exact same experience can lead to two different realities. And the choice we have in picking the better one.
Confessions Of An Unrepentant Tribalist
In a world where traditional communal structures are less and less popular, a rabbi speaks out about the beauty of belonging to a tribe.