Leah D. Schade
Patheos
Lexington, KY, United States
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Like Tears in Rain: Rutger Hauer, Blade Runner, and Being Fully Human
Rutger Hauer captured the full scope and depth of human emotion as Roy Batty in Blade Runner. His final poignant scene is an iconic portrait of pathos and redemption. → Read More
Impeach Trump To Send Russia a Clear Message: Not on Our Watch!
If Congress wants to send a message to Russia – or any other entity that seeks to undermine and disrupt democracy – then the most obvious way to do this is to impeach Donald Trump. → Read More
One White Woman’s ‘Woke’ List
What does it mean to "become woke" when addressing white privilege, racism, and white supremacy? How does this process unfold? Here's one white woman's reflection and list of suggestions. → Read More
Hi, I’m Leah. I’m a Recovering Racist.
What do I mean by 'recovering racist'? Is racism some kind of addiction? I believe it is. And it's up to us as whitefolks to engage in this work of recovery and do it now. → Read More
The Climate Crisis is Coming and is Already Here. So is Jesus.
The climate crisis is upon us. This is an 'all hands on deck' moment for preachers. Our silence about climate and environmental issues is a form of theological malpractice that we must remedy. → Read More
How to be a Christian (and a Pastor) After the Midterm Elections
How are we supposed to be the church in a time like this? Here are 9 suggestions for being the church after the midterm elections. → Read More
Sometimes the Bad Guys Win: Senate Approves Kavanaugh
Yes, the bad guys are winning. But for my son and daughter, for my students, for those who continue to fight the good fight, I will continue to teach and preach the gospel of Jesus Christ in the face of tyranny. → Read More
Calling People Dogs: Juxtaposing Jesus and Trump
Calling people dogs seems to be common these days. But Jesus called a woman a dog. Why can't the president? Why can't we? What's the difference? Careful study of this text from Mark 7:25 - 30 shows us that there is a huge difference. → Read More
Climb that Holy Hill! Legacy Lessons from Aretha Franklin and John McCain
A sermon on what Aretha Franklin and John McCain have taught us about what it means to build a legacy of honor, respect, service, and ethical behavior. → Read More
Trump’s ‘Affordable Clean Energy’ Rule is a Death Sentence
Trump’s EPA has issued a death sentence for thousands of Americans with its deceitfully-named 'Affordable Clean Energy' rule. → Read More
The Pietà of a Mother Orca: Carrying the Grief of an Eco-Crucifixion
Watching the orca whale known as Tahlequah carry the body of her calf hundreds of miles across the sea is like seeing a watery version of Michelangelo’s sculpture of Mary holding the broken body of Jesus after the crucifixion. → Read More
What Child Would Jesus Cage? Christians Join Rally for Protecting Immigrant Families
What child would Jesus cage? For our seminary students, the rally for immigrant families was a reminder of the importance of public theology. → Read More
Is the Methodist Church Right to Condemn Jeff Sessions?
Hundreds of United Methodist clergy and church members signed a letter bringing church law charges against U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions. Is it right for the church to critique one of its own and threaten spiritual discipline? → Read More
We Intend to Be Heard: Poor People’s Campaign Denied Access in Kentucky
June 4 marks the first time a Poor People's Campaign group was denied entrance into their state’s Capitol building – and it happened in Frankfort, Kentucky. → Read More
We Intend to Be Heard: Poor People’s Campaign Denied Access in Kentucky
June 4 marks the first time a Poor People's Campaign group was denied entrance into their state’s Capitol building – and it happened in Frankfort, Kentucky. → Read More
Mr. Trump, Here’s What’s Wrong with Calling People ‘Animals’
'These aren't people. These are animals,' said Trump. So what's wrong with calling people 'animals'? It cuts both ways - it hurts people, and it hurts animals as well. This rhetoric puts us on a very dangerous path. → Read More
Sisters EMERGING from the Wilderness: Women of Color Leading the Church
The election of two female African American bishops in the ELCA may be a turning point for the church. The biblical story of Hagar helps us frame this historic event to see how women of color are stepping out of the wilderness and into positions of leadership within the church. → Read More
What Do We Do With a Doubting Thomas?
The story of Doubting Thomas is sometimes used to shame those who struggle with their faith. Let's rethink this approach to those who doubt. This story has even more grace than you might think. → Read More
The Last Rhino, Good Friday, and the Preachers’ Silence
It was a Tuesday when 'Sudan,' the last male northern white rhino on the planet, died in Kenya on March 20, 2018. But it might as well have been Good Friday, because the extinction of this rhino species is part of an Earth-wide crucifixion. → Read More
9 Reasons 'Trumpy Bear' is a Sham: The Cuddlefication of a Despot
Is 'Trumpy Bear' for real? Unfortunately, yes. Let’s dissect this propaganda bear with 9 reasons it's an insult, a mockery, and a sham. → Read More