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Film Reviews
 Pixar’s 'Wall•E' a triumphant departure
An endearing story of a lonely robot who finds a companion, Wall•E may be the best Pixar film so far, says reviewer Ken Lowery. Read review...
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 Film documents Sudanese suffering
The makers of the documentary With Open Eyes hope it will help U.S. viewers feel a connection to the crisis of genocide in Sudan. Read more...
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 Controversial doc takes on the intelligent design debate
While skillfully directed and funny, Expelled relies too heavily on over-the-top and emotion-driven arguments to make its case effectively. Read more...
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Music Reviews
 Gracin album skirts faith issues
Josh Gracin’s new CD will likely please his average fan, but a listener looking for inspiring lyrics that resonate with faith-based values won’t find a whole lot there. Steve Morley has the review.
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 Keys’ latest a personal glimpse
Alicia Keys displays her honesty, passion and musicality in her latest release, As I Am, says reviewer Steve Morley. Read review...
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 Quaker weaves complex songs
Folk musician Carrie Newcomer's spirituality is evident in her new CD The Geography of Light, but it may be more appealing to spiritual seekers than steadfastly committed Christians, says reviewer Steve Morley. Read more...
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It's for Life!
Making Sunday school matter to young students
Children who don’t go to Sunday school miss something they need now and will need as long as they live, says the Rev. Cecilia Brooks. Her Sunday school upbringing still has an influence on her. Boyce Bowdon has the story. Read more...
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A place to learn that you’re a child of God
For the Rev. Diana Cox Crawford, Sunday school was one of the biggest influences in her upbringing. As a pastor, she now keeps Sunday school a priority in her local church so others might have that same influence. Read more...
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 Sunday school’s goal is Christian transformation of church, community
Sunday school is about more than education at First United Methodist Church in Claremore, Okla. It's about transformation, too—of the church members and the surrounding community. Boyce Bowdon has the report. Read more...
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Marketing helps grow young adult classes
One way a Sunday school class can grow is to continually market itself to the congregation, sparking the interest of those not attending a class. Boyce Bowdon profiles a class that uses this technique. Read more...
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History of Hymns
Scholar’s hymn simple, profound
"Breathe on Me, Breath of God" is rooted in multiiple passages of Scripture and invites anyone who sings it to seek the renewal of the Holy Spirit. Read more...
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 Humble hymnist’s tune tied to U.S. centennial
Written for a small church in Vermont around the U.S. centennial celebration, the lyrics to "God of the Ages" promote the belief that the country has been divinely guided. Michael Hawn shares more. Read more...
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 Classic hymn born on eve of World War I
The beauty of the Berkshire mountains inspired the lyrics to "Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee." Michael Hawn tells more of the story and shares multiple perspectives on the origin. Read more...
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 Hymn’s theme of unity a call to mission work
“We All Are One in Mission” centers on the unity of the church, both local and universal, says Michael Hawn, and it emphasizes each Christian's responsibility for mission. Read more...
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Book Reviews
 Devotional offers hope for elderly
As a regular visitor at her mother's senior care residence, author and Reporter columnist Missy Buchanan has gained some insight into the fears, concerns and questions of those who live there. The resulting devotional guide offers spiritual sustenance for the elderly. Read more...
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 Crisis tells us why ‘young clergy matter’
Gen-X Rising columnist Andrew Thompson reviews a new book about the shortage of young United Methodist pastors, The Crisis of Younger Clergy. Read more...
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TV Reviews
 Israel travelogue fails to show us everything
While it provides a beautiful visual journey through the Holy Land, Visions of Israel has some inaccurate moments and omits the tension of the area's history, says reviewer Thomas Goodhue. Read more...
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