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A New Year Reflection on Theodicy
A New Year Reflection on Theodicy

The day of Christmas has come and gone, but the Church continues to live in Christmastide. While the world quickly packs away decorations and moves on, the season of Christmas continues to invite us to linger with the mystery of God made flesh.

As we stand at the edge of a new year, many of us carry more than we expected. Alongside gratitude and hope, there may be grief, unanswered prayers, lingering illness, broken relationships, or deep uncertainty about what lies ahead.

This season, after Christmas, is a natural time to name a tricky but honest faith question. If God is loving and good, why does suffering still exist?

Click through to read Dr. Derrick’s full article.

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More Than a Book: Films, Podcasts, and More in Our Resource Hub
More Than a Book: Films, Podcasts, and More in Our Resource Hub

Learning is not limited to books. Our journey of decentering whiteness can be explored through a variety of engaging and thought-provoking media. In our Resource Hub, we've included a collection of documentaries, films, and podcasts to help your congregation learn and grow in different ways. These resources can be a powerful entry point for those who might be hesitant to start with a book, and they are excellent tools for sparking group discussions.

Click through to read about the Decentering Whiteness Resource Hub!

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Embracing Peace: An Interfaith Midwinter Gathering
Church News
Embracing Peace: An Interfaith Midwinter Gathering
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Tuesday, January 7, 6:00 - 7:30 pm

Our Lady of Guadalupe Monastery

8502 W Pinchot Ave, Phoenix AZ 85037

Join Arizona Faith Network for a peaceful and reflective evening as we embrace the peace of winter and welcome the light of the New Year. This interfaith gathering will bring together diverse faith communities for songs, meditations, sacred readings, and moments of unity. Together, we will reflect on our shared hopes for love, peace, and renewal in the coming year. All are welcome. The program begins promptly at 6 pm. This is an outdoor event, so please dress accordingly.

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