Community and Relationships

Finding community is hard. We cautiously and optimistically put ourselves out there—we make introductions, learn names, give hugs, take risks, and make invitations like we’re staving off a great white shark in a scene from Jaws. And just like Martin Brody, we’re preoccupied with one question: “Will I survive this?”

I had just walked into Chipotle when one of my Asian American colleagues pulled me aside.

Congratulations! You’ve found someone you want to date who wants to date you back! They’re cute, funny, and sincere with similar interests and values. They’re the whole package—and then, bonus points! They’re a different skin color from you!

What does it mean to be American?

Dating can be one of the scariest, most confusing, and most joyful times of life. 

There are so many things wrong with this. Not with the fact, but with the title. 

Don’t wait until December to learn how to be a good post-grad friend. Here are three ways you can love your college friends well after graduation.

We’ve all heard the stories at least once. Maybe we even know someone for whom the story is true.

Nice Single Christian meets Super-Duper Other Christian.

Never before has it been possible to have so many relationships. Social media means you never have to say goodbye.

As we sat side by side watching our kids’ practice, he showed concern about an issue with his son. I could relate.