Essays in cultural criticism, public theology, media analysis, politics, and spiritual interpretation examining how power, race, religion, gender, technology, and empire shape contemporary life. Cultural Witness explores the sacred and social meaning beneath internet discourse, celebrity, art, grief, and collective memory.
In an interview on May 1, Kanye West stated his belief that "400 years of slavery sounds like a choice." Kanye, a proud non-reader and likely Captain Beatty enthusiast, is being read for filth. And rightfully so.
Read MoreAudrey Stevenson, a 22 year-old former member of The Potter's House Fort Worth Campus was physically assaulted during a worship service. Her story cannot and should not be silenced.
Read MoreNo, you read the headline correctly. I’m on Facebook minding my own business when this post pops up on my timeline. It reads Needed: African American reader for church service We are a large church...
Read MoreAt the height of her career with her starring roles in both The Parkers and Queens of Comedy, I was a big fan. Mo’Nique was a representation of me: big, Black, loud, and deeply hued....
Read MoreSinger Ciara, wife of NFL Quarterback Russell Wilson, told women that they need to #LevelUp if they want to be marriage material. On Relationship Theology & normalizing singleness.
Read MoreCardi B's meteoric rise has not come without its critics. Now engaged to fellow rapper Offset of Migos, it's time to confront the insecurities that arise.
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