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Radical Tolerance
Some fragmented thoughts on the countercultural teaching of Paulo Freire, a remarkable dialogue in Iran, the Last Supper, and my upcoming ordination
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Falling—and Rising Again
Some fragmented thoughts about a moving new book on disability, the cultivation of compassion, eating my way through Southern California, exvangelicals…
Mar 20
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Kitchen Stories
Some fragmented thoughts on "The Bear," peeling potatoes, the safe haven of the kitchen, "The Holdovers," and offering solidarity to the suffering in…
Mar 14
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Tastes Like Home
Some fragmented thoughts on the Laotian-American chef Lon Bounsanga, his new restaurant SAAP, the taste of comfort, interviews with Edouard Louis and…
Mar 7
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On Fury
Some fragmented thoughts on wrongdoing and rage, righteously channeled anger, ancient Greek mythology, premature blossoms, and upcoming events
Mar 4
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Jeff Chu 朱天慧
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The Way of the Donkey
Apr 7, 2022
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On Mockery
Oct 5, 2023
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The Valley of Grief
Feb 20, 2023
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God, Come Near
Oct 29, 2023
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Out of the Shadows
Some fragmented thoughts on loneliness, Spencer LaJoye's stunning new album, freshly fallen snow, the beginning of Lent, and a prayer for gratitude
Feb 16
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Jeff Chu 朱天慧
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Here Be Dragons
Some fragmented thoughts on the Lunar New Year, the misappropriation of the Chinese zodiac, dumplings, and an ancient legend about the loving dragons
Feb 8
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Becoming More Human
A note of gratitude to you for being a paid subscriber
Feb 6
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What Is Saving Your Life Now?
Some fragmented thoughts on the hellishness of the world, snippets of poetry, glimpses of salvation, and—at long last?—my ordination
Jan 26
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The Solace of the Canyon Waters
Some fragmented thoughts on winter sun, the consolation of desert waters, the witness of hovering hummingbirds, and new beginnings
Jan 20
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Jeff Chu 朱天慧
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Hear Me Out
Some fragmented thoughts on the challenge of finding one's voice, shared vocabulary, seeking understanding, frozen bread, and cheesy music
Jan 11
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Jeff Chu 朱天慧
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Blessed Are the Wallowers
Some fragmented thoughts on beef Wellington, overthinking, guilty pleasures, tired delights, and lifting one's eyes unto the hills
Jan 4
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Jeff Chu 朱天慧
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