Monthly Archives: May 2016

“Who Is Captain America?” A Legend is Born

Posted on May 31, 2016 by Rick D. Williams

The beginning of Steve Rogers’ career as Captain America has been significantly embellished over the years, as has that of his wartime partner, “Bucky” Barnes. In the original 1941 origin story, we jump from the end of the “Rebirth” to … Continue reading →

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Captain Counterfeit: Marvel’s Riskiest Retcon Ever

Posted on May 26, 2016 by Rick D. Williams

WARNING:  Major spoilers from Captain America:  Steve Rogers #1 to follow!!! In honor of the 75th Anniversary of the publication of Captain America, Marvel Comics has chosen to dishonor their most iconic hero by turning him into a traitor. Captain … Continue reading →

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Rich Mullins: a Ragamuffin Remembered

Posted on May 16, 2016 by Rick D. Williams

“The angels worship God in heaven, but we cast up our prayers from the gravity and stone of earth. This is the land of our Sojourn. We are Americans, and our Legacy is the stone and weight of this place, … Continue reading →

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New Kinds of Christians? (pt. 3)

Posted on May 14, 2016 by Rick D. Williams

“The concept of seeker-sensitivity, properly understood, is not new and not controversial — because it’s biblical. In fact, the apostle Paul said, ‘Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity’ (Col. 4:5). He … Continue reading →

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New Kinds of Christians? (pt. 2)

Posted on May 13, 2016 by Rick D. Williams

Old religious factions are volcanoes burned out; on the lava and ashes and squalid scoriæ of old eruptions grow the peaceful olive, the cheering vine, and the sustaining corn. — Edmund Burke In part one of this consideration of Christianity … Continue reading →

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New Kinds of Christians? (pt. 1)

Posted on May 13, 2016 by Rick D. Williams

“What if the Christian faith is supposed to exist in a variety of forms rather than just one imperial one? What if it is both more stable and more agile—more responsive to the Holy Spirit—when it exists in these many … Continue reading →

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