Progressive Christianity
Progressive Christianity is an open, intelligent and collaborative approach to the Christian tradition and the life and teachings of Jesus that create pathways into an authentic and relevant religious experience.
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Moral Scruples Gone Missing, and the Rhetorical Question
ecently, when the current occupant of the White House was asked by a reporter if there were any constraints on his global powers, he answered: “Yeah, there is one thing. My own morality. My own mind. It’s the only thing that can stop me.” Absolutely, I muttered under my breath. Then I caught my breath; aghast to be in full agreement, and without hesitation!
The Promise of the Interspiritual Movement
After a spiritual journey of more than fifty years, I recently came home. I came across a spiritual movement that deeply resonated with all that I have read and experienced over the many years of my quest. I would like to thank Matthew Fox for bringing the Interspiritual Movement to my attention.
The Core Values of Progressive Christianity
By calling ourselves Progressive Christians we mean we are Christians who:
1. Believe that following the way and teachings of Jesus can lead to experiencing sacredness, wholeness, and unity of all life, even as we recognize that the Spirit moves in beneficial ways in many faith traditions.
2. Seek community that is inclusive of all people, honoring differences in theological perspective, age, race, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, class, or ability.
3. Strive for peace and justice among all people, knowing that behaving with compassion and selfless love towards one another is the fullest expression of what we believe.
4. Embrace the insights of contemporary science and strive to protect the Earth and ensure its integrity and sustainability.
5. Commit to a path of life-long learning, believing there is more value in questioning than in absolutes.
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Weekly Liturgy: Lent, Week 3
Week of February 17, 2026
Lent, Week 2
Of all the symbols we encounter during Lent, none is more recognizable than the cross.
Lent, Week 1
Lent comes early this year. It seems like we just put away the last of the Christmas decorations and turned to face the new year, and here comes Ash Wednesday (Feb. 13).
Lent Liturgy
The word Lent comes from the Anglo-Saxon word for Spring, which is derived from a verb meaning: to lengthen. Lent comes in the Spring when the days become noticeably longer.
Lent, Week 3
Traditionally Lent is a time during which we “give up” something, but more recently many people have moved to “taking on” something during the Lenten season.
Lent, Week 2
Of all the symbols we encounter during Lent, none is more recognizable than the cross.
Lent, Week 1
Lent comes early this year. It seems like we just put away the last of the Christmas decorations and turned to face the new year, and here comes Ash Wednesday (Feb. 13).
The Stations of the Cross and the Beatitudes, Week 3
Beatitude Three: “Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.” The word “meek” might better be interpreted as “gentle” or “considerate”.
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Lent is a Wonderful Opportunity and Model for Effective Self-Reflection
Lent is a season for Christians who choose to observe it in some manner leading up to Easter. Its origin also provides an excellent model for everyone. For me, Lent is about periodic self-examination, reflection, and a deep look at life with intention and commitment to live forward with greater meaning.
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Lent – Easter – Passiontide – Pentecost
Easter, Ascension, and Pentecost do not form three seasons. The Easter season celebrates the three dimensions of the resurrection, ascension, and the sending of the Spirit.
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A Joyful Path is truly progressive curriculum that is nature centered, joy-full, compassionate, and intelligent. This behavior over belief curriculum is non-dogmatic, inter-spiritual, and heart centered with an emphasis on the teachings of Jesus and how to follow them in today’s world.
