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An invitation to "The After Party": Reframing Christian engagement in politics with David French and Curtis Chang
Description
“We want to inject spiritual formation on politics into small groups.”
David French, Curtis Chang, and Russell Moore have launched a new, free, online resource for Christians called The After Party: Toward Better Christian Politics.
In this engaging and timely conversation, as we begin a presidential election year, French and Chang delve into the intersection of politics and faith within American society. They unpack the need for Christians to engage in politics with humility and hope, grounded in the teachings of Jesus.
They also explain the origins and aims of The After Party, a small group curriculum designed to rejuvenate political discussion within Christian communities.
Their goal?
To move Christians toward Jesus-centered, compassionate, and civil political engagement.
Topics
(01:51): The Backstory of 'The After Party'
(02:57): The Need for a New Approach to Politics
(03:55): The Challenges of Discussing Politics in Church
(05:14): The After Party: A New Approach to Christian Politics
(05:24): Addressing Objections and Clarifying the Project's Goals
(06:42): The Importance of 'How' in Christian Politics
(10:12): The Role of Humility and Hope in Christian Politics
(12:55): The After Party Curriculum: What to Expect
(18:11): The Role of Justice, Kindness, and Humility in Christian Politics
(24:22): The Connection Between Anxiety, Fear, and Politics
(26:42): Engaging in Politics Amidst Personal Anxiety
(28:05): Understanding the Big Sort and the Law of Group Polarization
(31:04): The Impact of Echo Chambers and Group Polarization
(39:33): The Role of Politics in Shaping Identity and Future Security
(41:11): The Challenge of Balancing Character and Policy in Politics
(44:15): The Call for Christians to Bring Virtue into Politics
(49:36): The Role of Pastors in Shepherding Their People Through Election Season
Resources
🎧 Anxiety is an opportunity: A conversation with Curtis Chang
🎧Can you trust American institutions? A conversation with Curtis Chang
🎧Faith in the public square: A conversation with David French
🎧Should Christians pursue power? A conversation with David French
📖 In “The Anxiety Opportunity,” Curtis Chang says that worry opens doors to our best selves
About David French
David French is an opinion columnist for the New York Times, where he writes about law, culture, religion, and armed conflict. He also serves as senior editor of The Dispatch and