True Myth: Why do We Tell Stories?
Sara Krahn
May 4, 2018
…us – the bigger story, the “true myth,” as C. S. Lewis calls it. The story we all know: “In the beginning was the Word…” Why do we tell stories?…
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…us – the bigger story, the “true myth,” as C. S. Lewis calls it. The story we all know: “In the beginning was the Word…” Why do we tell stories?…
…a small, crowded, space with strangers comfortable. There is a small subset of bus users, however, whose conduct can alter the atmosphere for everyone around them. Rightly or wrongly, most…
…the malls, to classic carols, to Fred Penner’s “The Season: A Family Christmas Celebration” (a definite recommendation from this music lover!). I want my kids to grow up with love,…
Megan D. Krause Captivated In Our Chain Acrylic on Canvas, 36″ x 48″, 2020 About the Artist By juxtaposing organic and synthetic images, Megan examines the push and pull…
Image by Pawel Czerwinski, https://unsplash.com/@pawel_czerwinski Review of the online lecture by Dr. J. Kameron Carter, given on Feb 23, 2023, sponsored by The University of Winnipeg’s Department of Religion and…
…and are eagerly perusing the contents. Hopefully, each parish delegation will caucus before Synod to come prepared for discussion and decision-making. Our theme, Discipleship in 3D: Discovery, Development, Deployment, builds…
…contemporary and energizing note. “Music is the universal language of [hu]mankind,” wrote Hans Christian Anderson (a Danish author who is best remembered for his fairy tales). In theatre, we often…
…participate in several ecumenical services throughout the year, including “Walk with the Cross” on Good Friday, “Candlelight Memorial” the week of Christmas, “Lessons and Carols” on Advent 4, and a…
…not who they are. They, and we, are “no less than the trees and stars.” My prayer has been, “help me to see myself as you see me, and worthy…
…the adult will be enabled to free him [or her]self from some somber aspects characteristic of a particular formation, which is not yet completely overcome in our time” (Cavalletti, p….
…Jesus.” (Phil 2:4-5) To those who feel compelled to protest vaccination mandates, we support your right to do so. But please let your protest be about healthcare mandates. Do not…
…Church. Let us pray. Almighty God, hear the prayer of the Church, and pour your merciful blessing upon all victims of sexual, physical, psychological and emotional abuse, especially they for…
…Lost Self by Michelle Robinson. https://flic.kr/p/dLS2nh So here we are. This walk is long, and this place is sometimes barren. The summer of my father’s mind has long vanished, and…
…carried out all these faithful diaconal ministries while also raising children, helping with, supporting, and enjoying grandchildren, painting watercolours, playing the ukulele… and, I’m sure, the list could go on….
…to our diocesan family in hope. To help sponsor this family, please e-transfer: treaty1x4s@gmail.com. Alternatively, cheques may be given directly to me (Gwen McAllister), with the Memo “for Henry.” Since this…
…seems a little confused. “It’s sort of become a way of life,” she explains. “I’ve committed to that community and I’m going to love them no matter what. Everyone should…
…Jeremiah laments the same problem (Jer 4:4; 9:25). Even more, Jeremiah describes their hearts as “evil” (Jer 7:24), “hard tablets” (Jer 17:1) and “stubborn” (Jer 13:10; 23:17). This describes not…
…model in human life. If “us together”—not “me, myself, and I”—is the life blood of hospitality, how does one practice “us” with integrity? The problem with “us” is that it…
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