The divine invective of Genesis 1:1-3 affirms the right and responsibility of mankind to reproduce and fill the Earth. Thus, wherever mankind goes and settles, he still operates under the Directives of God. After all, Psalm 24 reaffirms that “The Earth is the Lord’s; the world and they that dwell therein.” Thus, wherever mankind settles, […]
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Healing the world, Part I
That the world (and perhaps, primarily, our nation) needs to be healed is a premise few would dispute. One needs only be a conscious, thinking adult to discern the signs of its disease, which are both too numerous and too obvious to list. The old institutions which have served us well for hundreds of years […]
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Join United Way in Kitchen Table Experience
As United Way of Central Illinois prepares for its annual Campaign Celebration this March, community members, donors and partners will have a unique opportunity to experience firsthand the struggles many families face every day. The event will not only recognize the generosity of those who have contributed to this year’s campaign but will also feature […]
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We are God’s partners and stewards of creation
In our religious traditions, we recognize that the reality of God and the nature of our relationship with the divine are a mystery that transcend the limitations of human speech. To impart a sense of God’s presence and to make that relationship closer and more immediate, however, scripture and liturgy employ images and metaphors that […]
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Church unity: Celebrating “the golden cord”
A few weeks back, a Secrets of the Dead episode sucked me in mid-program when I saw they were exploring the ruins of a basilica thought to be the location of the Council of Nicaea. It wasn’t, as it turned out, but the episode was a reminder to me about the outcome of that council. […]
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Unapologetically loud and claiming my identity
Hello. I am Breonna but I go by Bree. I am a 26-year-old sales coordinate at Montvale Independent Living. I also serve as co-chair of the Education Task Force as well as the Economic Disparities and Service Accessibility committee under the Massey Commission. My passion lies in advocating for those who need a voice – […]
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Tapestry of life
To love an enemy is simply impossible, for an enemy is by definition someone hated rather than loved. An enemy who is loved is no longer an enemy. Perhaps this is what Abraham Lincoln had in mind when he asked, “Do I not destroy my enemies when I make them my friends?” For the last […]
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Reflecting on a year of progress and achievement at UIS
As we step into 2025, it’s a fitting time to reflect on the strides the University of Illinois Springfield made in 2024. The past year was marked by innovation, community engagement and milestones that have positioned UIS as a leader in education and service. These achievements reflect our mission to provide a uniquely student-centered educational […]
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Training for a future in technology
At the beginning of a new year, many of us are setting goals and making plans for the future. At Lincoln Land Community College, it is our mission to transform lives and strengthen our communities through learning. Learning is a pathway for us to reach those goals that we set for ourselves – throughout our […]
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The hacking of a soul
Things started out all right. I was working on an important task when, all of a sudden, a strange and surprising noise began to sound and a most unfamiliar message appeared on my computer screen! Then an “authoritative” voice warned me NOT to turn off my computer. I was then directed to follow the prompts […]
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Cultivate awe in the new year
I do not fancy myself a skilled prognosticator. However, I can make one prediction about 2025 with a high degree of certainty: It will be a turbulent year. Those of us who value justice, equity, racial and religious harmony and the welfare of animals and of our planet will be sorely tried in the struggle […]
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The Miracle of the Lights
I begin by wishing those of our readers who celebrate Christmas a joyous and blessed holiday. As we approach the beginning of a new year, I hope that for all of us 2025 will be a time of health, of happiness and of fulfillment and that the new year might witness a lessening of the […]
