Call for Papers, Jacques Ellul Society, The Humiliated Word in a Time of Crisis

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A Call from the Jacque Ellul Society for submissions: What is the word’s status today? In a time marked by division and polarization over politics, medicine, science, culture, or even what it means to be human, often words are weaponized and truth is buried under lies. Confronted by such circumstances, what would it look like to attune ourselves to the …

Time to Register for Summer Workshops in Faith and Communication

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CCSN 2025 SUMMER WORKSHOPS and CONFERENCES in Communication [Return to Main Workshop Page] 1. Registration is now open for all 10 summer events. 2. Format: All 10 events are offered in the virtual environment through Zoom and are from 11:30 am – 3:00 pm EDT, on Monday and Thursday (with one exception, June 25, Wednesday), beginning June 2 and ending …

New Vlog Entry, The Wisdom of St. Francis of Assisi, by Stephanie Bennett

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In this entry . . . What is it about St. Francis of Assisi that keeps people reading and writing books about him?  For over 800 years this man has fascinated the world.  One of the most helpful things he said is simply, “What is mine to do?” What has God given you to do? Not, what is your sister’s or your mother’s …

Call for Book Reviewer, Healthy Christian Minds: A Biblical, Practical, and Sometimes Philosophical Exploration of Intellectual Virtues and Vices 

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The Journal of Christian Teaching Practice is seeking a reviewer for Elmer John Thiessen’s new book Healthy Christian Minds: A Biblical, Practical, and Sometimes Philosophical Exploration of Intellectual Virtues and Vices (Cascade Press). The ideal reviewer would be someone who studies/teaches communication ethics or dialogic civility. Our time frame is flexible. If you are interested, please reach out directly to the JCTP Book Review …

Book Review, Habits of Hope: Educational Practices for a Weary World

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Book Reviewed: Ream, Todd C., Jerry Pattengale, and Christopher J. Devers, eds. Habits of Hope: Educational Practices for a Weary World (Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 2024) (Amazon Associates Link) Journal of Christian Teaching Practice, Volume 12, 2025 (January – December) Reviewed By: Donna M. Elkins, PhD Reviewer Affiliation: Campbellsville University Total Pages: 148 ISBN-13: 978-1-5140-1069-3   This edited volume …