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2013-05-14T07:26:42-06:00

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The Kiddy Pool: Re-reading Gatsby (Careless People and Beautiful Little Fools)

Last updated on: May 14, 2013 at 7:26 am By Erin Wyble Newcomb

"The problem with reading the book at age 15 was that I, a privileged idealist looking to books for heroes, could not possibly fathom the losses and regrets that permeated the lives of Daisy and Gatsby." Read more

2013-05-14T09:10:38-06:00

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Walking In The (Lime)Light: An Interview With Candace Cameron Bure

Last updated on: May 14, 2013 at 9:10 am By Helen Lee

Helen Lee interviews the actress many of us know best as "D.J. Tanner," about the challenges of being a Christian in show business. Read more

2013-05-13T13:36:47-06:00

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ELSEWHERE: A Respectful Conversation About Gays In The Church? Did That Really Happen?

Last updated on: May 13, 2013 at 1:36 pm By Jason Morehead

What happens when a gay Christian activist meets five conservative Evangelical Christian pastors to discuss the question, “Can LGBT Christians be reconciled with the Church?” Disagreement and irreconcilable differences? Sure. But also lots of honest, respectful, and even loving discussion. Via The Slacktivist. Read more

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2013-05-14T13:04:54-06:00

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ELSEWHERE: ENDER’S GAME, anyone?

Last updated on: May 14, 2013 at 1:04 pm By Christopher Hutton

Ender’s Game, a science fiction favorite among many readers (including Ben Bartlett and myself), is becoming a film this November 2013. It just released its first trailer, and, boy does it look exciting. In all hopes, this film will not only be well-produced, but also a thoughtful understanding of war and childhood. I recommend that Christians keep this film on their radar. Read more

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2013-08-19T15:48:31-06:00

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Are Real Men Heroes that Never Play Videogames? Metaxas Says Yes. He’s Wrong.

Last updated on: August 19, 2013 at 3:48 pm By Alan Noble

One of the hardest topics for evangelicals to biblically, carefully, thoughtfully, and lovingly address is gender roles. Almost without fail, we muck things up, confusing gender for sex, cultural values for biblical values, and violence for selflessness. In Issue 3 of the Christ and Pop Culture Magazine, Benjamin Bartlett will offer an in depth look at “manliness” and the church. But something happened this week that gave me pause and reminded me why we need to have this conversation. Noted author... Read more

2013-05-13T08:14:14-06:00

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Is Iron Man More Ethical Than Captain America?

Last updated on: May 13, 2013 at 8:14 am By Christopher Hutton

"If one can disarm another of his powers if he misuses them, then that is better than detaining them and letting them keep their powers." Read more

2013-05-13T06:56:07-06:00

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The Church Can Help Welcome Immigrants To Their New Home

Last updated on: May 13, 2013 at 6:56 am By Helen Lee

"As we seek to love mercy, do justice, and walk humbly with our God, let us not forget the segment of Americans who could use an additional measure of support and encouragement as they work to assimilate into their new home country." Read more

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2013-05-10T09:10:33-06:00

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ELSEWHERE: Check Out Jay Tholen’s Latest Album, “The Low Drone of Earth”

Last updated on: May 10, 2013 at 9:10 am By Jason Morehead

Longtime Christ and Pop Culture favorite Jay Tholen has released a new album, titled The Low Drone of Earth, and it’s one of the best things he’s done to date. The darkly psychedelic album tells the story of a young lad who sets off to explore the world along with his robot best friend, with tragic results. Recommended if you like The Flaming Lips, Animal Collective, or Soul-Junk. Read more

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2013-05-10T09:09:20-06:00

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ELSEWHERE: Could This Be the Fountain of Youth?

Last updated on: May 10, 2013 at 9:09 am By Erin Straza

What if you could turn off the part of your brain that causes you to age? Check out the research summarized in this Mashable article and see how we could gain some extra years. Read more

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2013-05-10T09:08:28-06:00

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ELSEWHERE: The Wes Anderson Bible

Last updated on: May 10, 2013 at 9:08 am By Jason Morehead

If Wes Anderson wrote the Bible it would sound like this. This is officially one of my new favorite things on the Internet. Read more

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