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Seasons greetings! If you or your students or others in your network have been blessed by the ministry of the CCSN, please consider a one-time, end-of-year tax-deductible donation. Donate here: https://www.theccsn.com/donate/ We would also welcome you as a monthly donor. Whether it is $5, $10, $15, or $20 monthly contribution, every dollar counts. It helps keep the cost of our …

Upcoming Webinar, Holy Ghost in the Catholic Machine: Spirit-Structure Tensions in Paris Preaching Work, J.E. Sigler

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Title: Holy Ghost in the Catholic Machine: Spirit-Structure Tensions in Parish Preaching Work Presenter: Jenni Sigler, PhD (Purdue University) Date/Time: January 17, 2024, 7-8 pm EST Description: Most studies of preaching take a theological, biblical, rhetorical, or mechanical angle. But preaching is also work—difficult, time-consuming, prayerful work, and frequently frustrating, exhausting, faith-testing work. In this webinar, Jennifer Sigler will discuss findings …

New and Forthcoming Titles in Faith and Communication, Integratio Press

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Flyer for distribution: Recent and Forthcoming_23-24_Integratio Press Integratio Press, Current and Forthcoming Titles Integratio Press, officially launched in 2021, publishes original books across five divisions that address questions at the intersection of Christianity and Communication Studies. Our books are scholarly, accessible, Christ centered, and communication focused. Our books help bridge the gap between the Academy and the Church. Books of …

A Prayer for Divine-human Communication

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Prayer for Divine-human Communication Almighty Creator, I seek Your comforting presence in this moment. Allow me to open my spiritual ears and listen to Your sound wisdom as Your kindness shuts out the noise of life. Guide my heart towards things falling gently into place, according to Your divine plan for me. Nearly anything can be accomplished with Your guidance; …

New Digital Journal Issue from the Wendt Character Initiative: Character and . . . Play

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New Digital Journal Issue from the Wendt Character Initiative: Character and . . . Play Ever thought about how play figures into moral character, or vice versa? The Wendt Character Initiative’s latest issue does just that, with articles focusing in on character and play through varying lenses and disciplines. Be sure to read the response article, written by your CCSN colleague …

Let’s Talk Family, Column Entry, “Leaving a Legacy: What Matters Most?”

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Column: Let’s Talk Family: Conversations about Faith and Family Flourishing Column entry: “Leaving a Legacy: What Matters Most?” By Jonathan Pettigrew, PhD, Arizona State University; Diane Badzinski, PhD, Colorado Christian University Column Description: Let’s Talk Family: Conversations about Faith and Family Flourishing is a monthly column offering a space to consider research-based, biblically-sound practices for family communication. We all have …

A Prayer for Communication in Grief and Loss

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Prayer for Communication in Grief and Loss Infinite Compassion, when speech is feeble and emotions intertwined, I ask that You grant me the right words to convey my pain and sorrow. As I maneuver the rocky waves of grief and loss, may Your divine guidance bring consolation, empathy, and unity among loved ones. Tender Father, comfort our aching hearts as …