Arts

FAITH.CULTURE.NOW

The Golden Compass, Photo courtesy of New Line Cinema

Scorned on the silver screen

Why does Hollywood hold Christianity in such contempt?
By Kevin Spurgaitis May 2008

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From Liverpool to eternity

New generation embraces the Beatles
By David Macfarlane April 2008

Film Review

For the Bible Tells Me So

Documentary explores sexuality and religion in America
By David Wilson April 2008

Film Review

Ghosts of Cité Soleil

Documentary focuses on two brothers caught in Haitian slum
By Patricia Ingold April 2008

Film Review

The Refugees of the Blue Planet

New documentary shows the plight of refugees
By Jocelyn Bell April 2008

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Protest with a new beat

Once again, politically engaged musicians are singing for change. But this time it’s personal.
By Kevin Spurgaitis April 2008

DVD Review

Route 66 (Box Set)

Classic drama explores the promise of the open road
By Patricia Ingold April 2008

DVD Review

Sony Home Entertainment

Rescue Me (Box Set)

Comedy series singles out heroes in personal crises
By Kevin Spurgaitis April 2008

DVD Review

Courtesy of Maple Pictures

Weeds (Box Set)

Irreverent series offers poignant observations about family and community
By David Wilson April 2008

Arts

A twist of faith

Books that will challenge and maybe change
By Various Writers April 2008

DVD Review

Saving Grace (Box Set)

TV drama shows the real demons of contemporary life
By Lee Simpson April 2008

Arts

Prime time? Not with a 10-foot pole

Pop culture can too easily become your family's culture
By Karen Stiller April 2008

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Also in the Oct. 2008 print edition

One woman embarks on a journey back to faith

An interview with the United Church's first blind minister

The church's apology for residential schools set the stage for the government's apology

B.C. congregation celebrates Olympic victory

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