Category: Hot Button Commentary ;)

A Time to Listen

Posted on by Eric Costanzo in Religion, Sexuality and Gender, Southern Baptists, The Christian Home, Women in Leadership

The venerable fourth century pastor John Chrysostom faced a predicament. A group of widows had become some of the most prominent leaders in the church at Antioch, and their influence was increasing. Though he described them as "cherished," they had also grown increasingly vocal which apparently had created some conflict. In a surprising show of … Continue reading A Time to Listen →

The Refugee Burden That Will Not Go Away (World Refugee Day in DC 2017)

Posted on by Eric Costanzo in Hot Button Commentary ;), Ministry, Personal, Religion, Social Justice

In October of last year, I made a promise.  My burden for the suffering in and around the war-torn country of Syria and its refugee crisis had hit a breaking point. I promised - "I will not do nothing." I promised to pray for the refugee crisis in the Middle East daily, and to actively seek … Continue reading The Refugee Burden That Will Not Go Away (World Refugee Day in DC 2017) →

Why I signed the letter to President Trump on behalf of refugees. 

Posted on by Eric Costanzo in Hot Button Commentary ;), Ministry, Personal, Religion, Scripture Impressions and Digressions, Social Justice

PLEASE DO NOT COMMENT BELOW OR ANYWHERE ELSE UNLESS YOU HAVE READ THIS POST IN ITS ENTIRETY. Thanks. At present, this issue sparks emotional reactions from many to say the least. In the last 24 hours, I have received lots of feedback from both Christians and non-Christians. So many have been gracious towards me and compassionate … Continue reading Why I signed the letter to President Trump on behalf of refugees.  →