Substacks recommended by Rachel McDonald

Recommended by Rachel McDonald

one essay/sermon/curation published each sunday during the most segregated hour in america.

Liminal space is sacred, a thin place between what was and what will be. Ministry happens at these thresholds. The writing on this site is about navigating the challenges and noticing the possibilities we find there.

Practical, thoughtful help from the best clergy coach around.

- Rachel McDonald

Graphs about Religion

By Ryan Burge

Tons of data analysis about religion and politics. Mostly in the United States but a little bit of international stuff, too.

Crunchy data for religion nerds like me.

- Rachel McDonald

Desert Owl Among the Ruins

By Elizabeth Felicetti

Seeking spiritual strength in the mess

Writing about the realities of pastoral life, the highs and lows.

- Rachel McDonald

Footnotes by Jemar Tisby

Offering historically informed perspectives on race, faith, and social issues to help you become a lifelong advocate for racial justice

Reporting and reflections at the intersection of religion and race.

- Rachel McDonald

Culture Study

By Anne Helen Petersen

Think more about the culture that surrounds you

Fun topics, but this Substack hosts the best conversation in the comment threads.

- Rachel McDonald