October/November 2026

Vol. 24 Issue: 2

End Rape Culture!

by Dr. Jennifer Hockenbery

Recent news about the events at Cornell brings up private memories for almost every woman and girl of their own rapes or those of family members and friends. It can feel impossible to see sexual relations as loving, relational, or God-given. How do we change the culture of rape and move toward a culture of love and respectful sexual relationships?

Faith Reflections: The truths we tell

by the Rev. Sara Olson-Smith


A pastor shares how we can support survivors of sexual assault.

NEW! BoldCafe Monthly Dinner | Thursday, November 19 @ 7 pm CDT

Join us at our next Boldcafe Monthly Dinner Thursday, November 19 at 7:00 p.m. (CDT). Author and speaker Kara Haug will lead our conversation about healthy sexual relationships and consent. Join current WELCA Campus Ambassadors and invite others for this important conversation.

Are you in college or seminary and want to become a WELCA Campus Ambassador? Learn more and apply: https://welca.org/beloved