A survey of epidemics and some Christian responses
Darrel W. Amundsen and Gary B. FerngrenDuring the catastrophic Black Plague, how did Christians respond?
Mark GalliLuther’s words amid 16th-century plagues speak to our own time in complex ways
Christopher GehrzReaders describe their experiences of being faithful to Christ in the time of COVID-19. These reflections were written in March and April 2020.
ReadersWhere quarantine came from, how epidemics almost killed Bede and Finney, those beaky masks, and why it’s not “Spanish” flu
Paul E. Michelson and othersEvery year this plague issue would get kicked down the road as other issue concepts rose in priority.
Bill CurtisReflections from a CH staff member on Christian life during epidemics —in the past and at this moment
Dan GravesAt the very beginning of the church, Christians were known for their compassion in times of illness
Gary B. FerngrenThe plague of 250 roused the Christians of Carthage to action under the leadership of their bishop Cyprian.
Cyprian of CarthageMe liked none other heaven than Jesus, which shall be my bliss
Dan GravesHere are some of the most famous epidemics and pandemics that we discuss Christian responses to in this issue
The editorsWe can be sure that God’s punishment has come upon us, not only to chastise us for our sins but also to test our faith and love.
Martin LutherMargaret Blaurer’s life shows how reformers reluctantly made room for female celibate ministry.
Edwin Woodruff TaitWhen plague struck Zurich, Zwingli hurried home from vacation to tend the sick but soon contracted the disease himself.
ZwingliHeerman turned to Christ’s passion to make sense of suffering.
Jennifer Woodruff TaitWe searched through past CH issues and current academic bibliographies to bring you this list of new and classic books for understanding plague and Christian responses
The editorsWe end with another reflection from a member of our staff about how our current moment compares to Christian history
Edwin Woodruff Tait"Some of our friends are dying others flying" from yellow fever
Barton PriceThe flu pandemic of 1918–1919 swept through crowded neighborhoods.
Janine Giordano DrakeChristianity and theater
Awakenings
Stories worth retelling
Revival: the first thousand years
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