-
Continue reading →: Politics, Bluegrass, and Punishment: A Longing for Lent (again)
By Joe LaGuardia I came off of a very productive Lent this past season. My Lent involved fasting from politics–from listening, watching, reading, and, well, reading anything having to do with politics (and, in many cases, religion). That was a good exercise. Before Lent, I was up too late watching…
-
Continue reading →: Holding Hands
By Joe LaGuardia In our professionalized American culture, we do not often hold hands. Holding hands is reserved for couples in love or, in a brief welcome of mutual greeting, in the shaking of hands of a colleague. Sometimes you don’t even get that — the “fist bump” is quickly…
Hello,
I’m Joe
Welcome to Baptist Spirituality. The mission of Baptist Spirituality is to discern the Holy Spirit’s work in the lives of individuals, congregations, culture, and the world through writing, poetry, and other creative avenues of expression.
Here you will find articles exploring the intersection of faith and culture with topics ranging from biblical scholarship, culture and the arts, politics, science, to theology.
About Joe… Joe LaGuardia, DMin., is pastor, writer, and chaplain residing in Florida. He is author of three books and regular contributor to Smyth & Helwys’ Formations Series. His articles have appeared in USA Today, Baptist News Global, Christian Ethics Today, TCPalm, and Rockdale Citizen.
Let’s connect
Join the fun!
Stay updated with our latest tutorials and ideas by joining our newsletter.
Baptist Spirituality 