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Philip Yancey: My Benediction to the Beloved Storyteller, Walter Wangerin Jr.
A tribute to the late author of “The Book of the Dun Cow,” “Jesus: A Novel,” and “Water, Come Down!”
2011 Christianity Today Book Awards
Judges whittled 427 submissions down to 11 winners.
In Jesus’ Name
Must Christians pray in public forums using Jesus’ name?
A Chronicle of Hopeful Dying
Death is not the enemy, says cancer-stricken Walt Wangerin, but a chance for Jesus to shine.
Taking the Long View
Parenting, our newest columnist, and the legacy of Carl Henry.
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The Carol of Seven Signs
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BOOKS: Making It Strange
How old stories can be told in new ways.
Should School Workers Be Banned from Off-Hours Counseling?
Plus: National Right to Life kicks out Colorado chapter after Dobson criticism, and many other stories from online sources around the world.
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Fictionalizing Jesus
Walter Wangerin’s newest novel adds historical and cultural details to the savior’s life.
Evangelical Statement Gets Globally Warm Reception
Plus: Air Force issues new guidelines as NAE wants in on lawsuit, Church of England debates divestment, Wisconsin may ban Intelligent Design, and other stories from online sources around the world.