catapult magazine: unite.learn.serve
this issue
vol. 7, num. 10
2008-05-16 — 2008-05-30
The Nazi worldview was one of the past century’s most striking examples of a set of ideals that sprouted legs and trampled over half the world, leaving behind unparalleled devastation. Though Hitler represents an extreme example, worldviews have significantly shaped movements throughout history and around the world. What do we see when we take a critical look at the past, present and future?
columns
The sacred and the profane
A reflection on the relationship between grey areas and truth.
event
new resources!
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feature
Melinda Mae Missiology
by Sam Van Eman
Examining our role in “building” God’s Kingdom here on earth.
articles
EditorialNazis and fashionistas
by Kirstin Vander Giessen-Reitsma
How two films opened a window on walking ideas.
Article
Painting the Incarnation
by Stephanie S. Duncan
On the incarnation of ideas into art in Chaim Potok’s acclaimed novel, My Name is Asher Lev.
Is it believable?
by Brenda Heyink
Expanding a commonly asked question about the Bible and Christian faith.
Article
The tide of trash
by Nicole Carlin
On what happens when conflicting ideas take walks around the same neighborhood.
reviews
Book Review
Learning new ways
by Sara Sterley
A review of Barbara Kingsolver’s Animal, Vegetable, Miracle.
Film Review
Annealing life on the anvil
by Raymond Blanton
A review of Todd McCarthy’s film The Visitor.
Book Review
Zooming out
by James Stewart
A book review of The Ghost Map by Steven Johnson.
Book Review
Philosophy in the family
by Heidi Harbin
A book review of Gum, Geckos and God: A Family's Adventure in Space, Time and Faith by James S. Spiegel.
in case you missed it the first time
FeatureGood things from the earth
by Kirstin Vander Giessen-Reitsma
An interview with Krista Bogertman about makeup and personal care.
FeatureThe designed object
by Lee Fletcher
A workshop presented at Practicing Resurrection at Russet House Farm, August 11-12, 2006.
FeatureBean-counting and babysitting
by Kirstin Vander Giessen-Reitsma
Spending an afternoon in a house that two families share reveals the benefits of an option more families should consider.
weaving the web
SlateLawn pox
Tom Vanderbilt on children’s play equipment and the decline of the American lawn.
CommentArt museum: Cathedral or cancer?
Architect David Greusel writes about the incarnation of ideas in art museum renovations.
The New York TimesIn a New Generation of College Students, Many Opt for Life Examined
Winnie Hu on burgeoning philosophy programs in U.S. universities.
the back page
- The TennesseanGod and art: Nashville's religious communities bridge the gap
- The New York TimesThe pursuit of justice vs. the pursuit of peace
- Weekend AmericaEat Well, Pay What You Can
- Yale University ReflectionsSoli Deo Gloria
- The New York TimesSpain, grappling with illegal immigrants, tries forgiveness
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