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Hipster Christianity: Can Following Jesus be ‘Cool’, by Bret McCracken

Hipster Christianity: Can Following Jesus be ‘Cool’, by Bret McCracken

In his new book, ‘Hipster Christianity: When Church and Cool Collide’ (Baker, 2010) Brett McCracken continues the generations-old conversation about the relationship between Christ and culture; exploring the preoccupation of some churches with being relevant, trendy, and, well, hip. Can churches be cool without becoming lukewarm?

Monica Macer, Writer for LOST, Prison Break, (and Nashville) Shares Her Inspiration

Monica Macer, Writer for LOST, Prison Break, (and Nashville) Shares Her Inspiration

Monica Macer got her big break as a staff writer on the first season of the ABC hit show “LOST.” Monica then spent two seasons on the Fox show, “Prison Break” before moving on to NBC’s “Knight Rider.” Monica is currently serving on the writing staff of MTV’s scripted show “Teen Wolf” as a co-producer.

Change Takes Time: What Culture-makers Could Learn from Two Wine-makers, by Erik Lokkesmoe

Change Takes Time: What Culture-makers Could Learn from Two Wine-makers, by Erik Lokkesmoe

In our clamorous and rootless society, bravado is potent and expectations are high; great things are expected to happen quickly. Yet noble and daring deeds — ending extreme poverty, reinventing a new model for the music industry, or revitalizing devastated urban centers — require a patient and persistent vision.