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- A Christian Science PerspectiveRefuge
“I was in need of the harbor – the calm just beyond the breakwater, a refuge.” These words are the opening lines of today’s poem, which deals with finding God’s guidance and comfort during those moments in life when we most deeply need them.
The Monitor's ViewMcCain’s mutiny against war bitternessOf all his admirable traits, it was the former POW’s forgiveness toward Vietnam that helped reconcile the US to its former adversary.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveMove past labels – with love
No matter what labels we might be given, nothing can keep us from loving others when we understand we are all the children of God.
The Monitor's ViewHow to help China’s MuslimsThe mass internment of minority Uyghurs in western China is just the latest assaults on Muslims and demands far more than denunciation. What’s needed is religious response to such religious intolerance.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWhat? Love your enemies?
A hostile situation with co-workers gave way to a renewed spirit of goodwill as today’s contributor considered what Christ Jesus showed us about the power of God’s love.
The Monitor's ViewHow generosity can help end Latin America’s biggest crisisAs Venezuela falls apart and triggers a mass exodus, Colombia extends a welcome to the refugees, perhaps encouraging international moves to end the crisis.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveAllergies healed
Today’s contributor was completely and permanently healed of recurring allergies as she learned more about the beauty and grace of God and His creation.
The Monitor's ViewA plea deal’s spotlight on Trump – and campaign finance rulesAn assertion by the president’s former lawyer could trigger an impeachment hearing and a closer look at the role of campaign finance rules in a democracy.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveFree of resentment
After today’s contributor lost all her assets trying to save her company, a sense that she was “owed” something dissolved as she discovered the deeper value of the spiritual lessons she was learning.
Coaching humans out of static thinkingScience is one of the most reliable ways to coach humans out of narrow, static thinking and into mental channels that grow and challenge our views of – well, everything.
The Monitor's ViewGreece’s day of redemptionThe official end of a bailout of the Greek economy marks a triumph for European unity and a new dawn for reform in Greece.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveReacting to headlines?
Today’s column explores the idea that a desire to see things from God’s perspective empowers us to discern tangible solutions to worrisome or tragic news events.
The Monitor's ViewTrump’s call for patient capitalismThe president asked federal regulators to lessen the pressure on corporations to report quarterly profits. He joins many others in trying to ensure long-term investments built on fundamental values, such as innovation and integrity.
Global NewsstandBeyond climate change despair, Sympathy for the Iranian people amid fresh sanctions, Saudi Arabia’s odd response to a Canadian tweet, Australia and New Zealand wake up to China’s power play, Lula’s long-shot bid for a third term as Brazil’s presidentA roundup of global commentary for the Aug. 20, 2018–Aug. 27, 2018 weekly magazine.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe power of sincerity
A recent documentary about children’s TV host Fred Rogers inspired today’s contributor to think more deeply about the sincerity we’re all divinely empowered to express.
Readers RespondReaders write: Enriching poetry, insight into interpreters, following Mars news, straws and sea life, local impact of controversyLetters to the editor for the Aug. 20, 2018 weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewThe nature of talking in TurkeyWorld jitters over Turkey’s economy are based on its leader not listening to deliberative bodies, such as the central bank, that can sift the best in wise advice, even from dissenters.
- A Christian Science Perspective‘When the heart speaks’ – no language barriers
News of language barriers between volunteers and children at a US border facility prompted today’s contributor – who faced a similar challenge working at a refugee camp in Asia – to share ideas about the power of divine Love in fostering meaningful connections.
The Monitor's ViewThe election’s ‘pink wave’ that is driving equalityWomen are being nominated for office in record numbers this year, perhaps revealing how views on gender are shifting.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveToward more unity
Amid a world scene in which the noise of derision and division headlines the news almost daily, today’s column considers the unifying power of understanding how God harmoniously governs us.
