While we are in the midst of Covid-19, racial injustice, and social unrest, the life and work of the Church must continue. We founded the Campolo Center with a sense of urgency and a commitment to investing in the lives of future church and ministry leaders. You see, there is a major challenge in the American church to...
These are indeed extraordinary times. Between pandemic and loss, injustice, and ensuing protests, our nation is grieving. But the question remains: how will we make the most of this time now, for reflection, introspection, mediation, prayer, and intentionality and prepare for the future? The life and work of the Ch...
We’ve been listening and praying. We firmly believe that it is our responsibility to do the hard work of interrogating our nation's history of racism in order to truly grasp the deadly ramifications of these social ills and structural sins. Photo: James Williams, Resident Campolo Fellow and Senior Pastor of First B...
Mother's Day holds a special place in my heart. But it also causes me to grieve over one of the Church's great losses. You see, my own mother, Mary Campolo, was the best storyteller I've ever known. Her ability to hold a group entranced was amazing. For several years, she served on the staff of a Lutheran home for the elderly. Bu...
I'm certain that many of you know the name Brennan Manning – author of The Ragamuffin Gospel, and a dear friend to Tony. Brennan lived a remarkable life and had some remarkable stories to tell. Today, Tony has decided to pass on two of these stories to you. It's our hope that these stories will encourage you to rest pea...
The coronavirus outbreak has left many of us feeling frightened, worried, and overwhelmed. We are all somewhat vulnerable... regardless of age, race, or vocation. But, are we unique in having such fears? In first-century Christianity, there were great challenges to daily practicing one's faith in Christ. Most people in that era faced remarkable ...
COVID-19. It's forcing us to ask uneasy questions. And some of us have even heard it asked: “Is this happening because God wants it to happen?” Tony has an answer to that question, based on Romans 8:28. We invite you to watch Part 4 of Tony's new video series to learn more! https://player.vimeo.com/video/4...
What does it mean to "rejoice in tribulation?" How can tribulation lead to peace... and even comfort?
Take a few minutes to watch Part 3 of Tony's new video series to learn more!
Yours gratefully,
What a response we received from Part 1 of Tony's new video series! Tony and all of us at the Campolo Center are grateful to have the opportunity to encourage and connect with you in this time of crisis. Today I invite you to watch Part 2. I think you will be especially encouraged by Tony's invitation to reflect... and laugh! Yours gratefull...
This week, we're excited to introduce you to Tony's newest video series. I think you'll be especially encouraged by Part 1, which focuses on the importance of "being mindful" in the midst of a crisis. I hope that Tony's message and our continued prayers for you will be a source of hope in these trying and uncertain times. Yours gratefully,...