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Deconstruction ► August 21, 2020

Dear Church Folk: I Wish Y’all Would STFU About Ancestor Veneration

We get it. You think everything you can't explain is demonic. But could you believe that in silence?

Deconstruction ► May 18, 2020

Revisiting the Cult of Heather & Cornelius Lindsey

The Lindseys, Pinky Promise, & The Gathering Oasis Since the murmurings began, I’ve dreaded the reality that I’d be asked to address this situation again. Yet, here we are. In the last few weeks, Ayanna...

Cultural Witness ► November 18, 2018

VIDEO: John Gray: My Womb Ain’t for Wounds

Coats, Coverings, & Birthing. John Gray has shared with us yet again more unsolicited advice on getting, marrying, and raising men. I share my thoughts on why women aren't obligated to do anyone's emotional labor.

Cultural Witness ► September 5, 2018

“Not All Churches” is Not Enough.

Jasper Williams is only one pastor, but his expressions are painfully familiar for many who have chosen to leave the church. On Black Church Culture, Toxic Theology, and why it takes more than "not all churches" to heal old wounds.

Deconstruction ► December 26, 2017

6 Times Christian Evangelicals Lost Credibility Before Roy Moore

Christian Evangelicals worry that their credibility of faith is lost with the support of Roy Moore for Alabama Senate. Problem is, they've never been credible for most. 6 Times Christian Evangelicals Lost Credibility before Roy Moore.