

On Christian Reception: Gateway Films (Pt 1)
There is no doubt that Christianity has affected cinema in many ways, whether it be the influence of unique filmmakers’ styles or the...


Bro, Do You Even Lift? Gym People, Gym Culture, and the Spotlight Effect
by Isabelle A. Martinez Gym culture. You know what I’m talking about. Going to the gym is a relatively new experience for me—I’ve been...


The Problem with Christian Prohibition:Â How Closemindedness is Harming the Church
by Jean-Luc Fagnan If you are a student at JBU then you will likely remember the covenant you signed upon arriving. The covenant reflects...


"Be a Man" and Other Things Jesus Never Said
by Marcus Hedström Before we get into it, I need to set a few things straight. Stick with me; it’ll be quick. When I write about gender...


Tenet: Does the Excitement Match the Hype?
by Alex Hamilton Besides reimagining Batman, Christopher Nolan (the director of Tenet) is best known for creating stories that balance...


Hierarchies and Social Stratification in the JBU Cafeteria
Within a few weeks of attending Simmons cafeteria my freshman year at John Brown University, I had a crystal-clear grasp on the geography...


Worth the Read: The Church Fathers
In the Gospel according to St. Matthew, Matthew tells how people brought their children to Jesus so he could lay their hands on them. The...


The La La Land Dilemma
WARNING: SPOILERS AHEAD (to be fair, the movie has been out for like three years, so…) “Here’s to the fools who dream, foolish as they...


Dissection and the Divine: Reflections on Cadaver Lab
Picture this: a group of seven college students, necks bent, scalpels in hand, stand over the dead body of an older man. They chat, make...


The Artist’s Place in the Church
The relationship between the Church and the artistic community has been undeniably tumultuous throughout history. At times, the Church...