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Books Besides the Bible: Is Science Fiction un-Christian?“[T]he presence of humanity and the prevalence of humanitarian themes throughout the best science fiction stories is not necessarily a denial of human nature, but often an affirmation of the best in us.”
Not Fit for Dinner: Placing #ObamaInHistory“We can disagree about the connections made on the President biography pages, but we we would be mistaken to think that Obama is ahistorical and is leading America in a past-less present.”
The Televangelists: In Praise of Sherlock & its Co-Creator Steven Moffat“Here, then, is a brief tour through Moffat’s oeuvre of awesomeness.”
Sacred Space: What’s Wrong with Videogames in Church?“My objection to video games in church boils down to what makes a church.”
Grace Notes: My Bloody Valentine“Few bands can claim to have altered the musical landscape, much less charted out an entirely new landscape.”
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Featured Features Archive
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Of Shakespeare and Conspiracies: The Real Stakes of the “Who Was Shakespeare?” Debate
Posted on November 21, 2011 | 3 CommentsThe debate regarding Shakespeare's authorship can teach us how to think critically about conspiracy theories. -
Dear Driscoll, MMA is not a Measure of Manhood — Jesus is
Posted on November 17, 2011 | 19 CommentsJesus presents a true vision of manhood through his humility and sacrifice, not just his glory and strength. -
The CaPC Superlatives: Noteworthy Achievements in Film, Music, Advertising, and Games
Posted on November 16, 2011 | No CommentsGet your popcorn and soda pop. Here are some superlatives, guys (and gals). -
Happy Valley: The Delusion of Penn State’s Paradise, Lost
Posted on November 13, 2011 | 9 CommentsA native citizen of "Happy Valley" wrestles with the mythos of the land and the meaning of a scandal. -
Merlin Fights the Good Fight
Posted on November 7, 2011 | 1 CommentAccording to guest writer Leslie Keeney, though BBC's Merlin is a "decontextualized post-modern fairy tale," it's not without profundity. -
Rendering Unto Caesar
Posted on November 3, 2011 | 4 CommentsNobody likes to pay taxes, but can we at least strive to ensure that taxes are equitable? -
Girls, Cults, and Healing Past Wounds
Posted on October 31, 2011 | No CommentsSuccessful songwriter Christopher Owens grew up in a cult, and his attitude about his past is astounding. -
Pop Stars, The Israelites & The Necessity of Lament
Posted on October 27, 2011 | 7 CommentsHow an ancient form of Biblical poetry and modern pop music might help the Church better minister to the suffering. -
Videogames, Bibles, and Beer: An Interview with Game Church
Posted on October 24, 2011 | 6 CommentsWe discuss videogames, the gospel, and methodology with the founder of a controversial new ministry. -
Murder Most Bleak
Posted on October 13, 2011 | No CommentsAccording to guest writer Leslie Keeney, British drama, "Midsomer Murders" is bleak and depressing, guided by "an intuitive morality". -
Struggle With the Death Penalty
Posted on October 10, 2011 | 12 CommentsDoes the death penalty prevent crime? Why do governments enact it? And how should Christians feel about it? -
Ray Comfort’s 180: Pass It On?
Posted on October 3, 2011 | 21 CommentsTwo CaPC writers debate the merits of the pro-life viral documentary. -
I Don’t Know How She Does It: The Danger of Self-Directed Parenting
Posted on September 27, 2011 | 1 CommentThe new Sarah Jessica Parker movie presents us with a self-centered view of motherhood. -
Scientific Advance, Art, and Horsing Around With Humanity
Posted on September 26, 2011 | 1 CommentThe arts and sciences are advancing virtually unchecked, and redefining the concept of humanity as they go. -
Illegal Immigrants: People, Not Political Capital
Posted on September 20, 2011 | 8 CommentsGuest writer, Brad Williams struggles with accepting and loving his unlawful neighbors. -
Ron Paul: Seriously?
Posted on September 19, 2011 | 21 CommentsWhile one CaPC writer claims Ron Paul should be taken seriously as a presidential candidate, another begs to differ. -
The Magician King: Enduring the Loss of Eden
Posted on September 13, 2011 | 2 CommentsLev Grossman's latest explores the perceived tragedy of gods who pick and choose. -
How 9/11 Changed Us
Posted on September 9, 2011 | 2 CommentsCaPC contributors share how the most influential cultural event of our time has changed them. -
Making Sense of “Culture Making”, Part 8: Searching for “Traces of God”
Posted on September 7, 2011 | No CommentsIf you think the way to influence culture is through means of power, think again. -
The Suicide of Character in Mad Men
Posted on September 6, 2011 | No CommentsMad Men is a character driven show about the death of character.