Our Blog: Where thoughtful reflection meets honest inquiry

Whether you’re questioning faith, exploring progressive Christianity, or seeking community that truly welcomes all people, this space invites you into meaningful conversations that matter.

You’ll find posts that wrestle with doubt and belief, unpack scripture through a justice-oriented lens, and explore topics like LGBTQ+ inclusion, deconstruction and reconstruction of faith, and living out compassion in a complex world.

Rooted in a fully affirming, socially engaged Christian community that values curiosity and courage over certainty, our blog is a place to grow, reflect, and connect with ideas that challenge and inspire.

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If God Didn’t Exist, Would Your Life Still Matter? Exploring Four Paths to Meaning

Aaron tackles the timeless question: what is the meaning of life? He outlines four overlapping ways people find meaning and explores how each can sustain us. He emphasizes our ability to create meaning, the importance of community, and offers a hopeful benediction to commit to love, justice, and the courageous embrace of life.

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Communion of the Broken: Reflections on a Morning with Peter Rollins

In December, we had the gift of welcoming our friend Peter Rollins back to Central Avenue Church in Pasadena. For those who have been part of our community for a while, Peter’s presence felt familiar, like a conversation picking back up rather than a one-off event. For others, it may have felt disorienting, challenging, or even unsettling. And honestly, that’s part of the grace.

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