Columns
Column
Truth is what moves us from a platitude to the profound
By Keith Howard March 2009
Column
We live in one world, and we must show solidarity with the oppressed
By Brian Platt February 2009
Column
A surprising number of new Canadians are open to a community of faith, and many are looking for ways to connect beyond their ethnic enclave
By Connie denBok February 2009
Observations
To the most strident of atheists, religion is not simply a different way of seeing things; it is the enemy
By David Wilson February 2009
Column
Restless no more, a veteran columnist bids readers farewell and prepares to head in a new direction
By Sara Jewell January 2009
Column
The true test for President Obama will be bringing about a new world of peace and prosperity without disturbing the current standards of living
By Keith Howard January 2009
Observations
As The Observer begins its 180th anniversary, we look back at the narratives that tell us who we are and where we come from
By David Wilson January 2009
Observations
Former Observer editor was a story in and of himself — a densely packed narrative with many twists and turns
By David Wilson December 2008
Column
The United Church's Emerging Spirit Campaign begs some hard questions about money and faith
By Connie denBok December 2008
Column
Work is a blessing, it’s what keeps you alive. So why should I retire?
By Larry Krotz December 2008
Column
Living risk-free begins as a means to preserve life but ends up confining it
By Keith Howard November 2008
Column
We're at a crossroads regarding the way we celebrate Christmas
By Sara Jewell November 2008