Category: Opinions
1918: Houghton Goes to War
This is the first installment of an ongoing series that will investigate the Houghton Star archives. If you would like to…
February 16, 2018
Opinions
Blinded By Our Branding
As churchgoers, we are always encouraged to invite friends to church. We are urged to spread Christ in our workplaces,…
Two Views // On Loving Your Neighbor – Angela Dow
I find the current political dialogue disheartening. It seems like we’re all being forced to identify as either Democrats or…
February 09, 2018
Opinions
A Hope Without Reason
In recent months the word “hope” has appeared repeatedly to me in books, conversations, and chapel talks. I am thinking…
Two Views // On Loving Your Neighbor – Gena Hartman
As a Christian, one of my core beliefs is that we should love our neighbors. I work hard to support…
February 02, 2018
Opinions
Seeking Home, Finding God
What is home? This question was posed and discussed by President Mullen the first day of classes, and prompted a…
February 02, 2018
Opinions
Many Misguided Messages
In the 21st century, people enjoy things that are tragically beautiful. People take to the idea of “ending the stigma”…
February 02, 2018
Opinions
Compassion Over Comfort
“I get what they were saying, but they shouldn’t have said it like that.” This comment captures the general sentiments…
January 26, 2018
Opinions
Our God Is Not A Man
As an English major with a particular penchant for poetry, I am a sucker for a good metaphor. I’ll take…
January 26, 2018
Opinions
Seeking Sensible Solutions
When I look at the world around me, I am reminded of the social and political debates that consume America.…