Along with "Reading, 'Riting and 'Rithmetic," Religion is the fourth "R" of basic literacy. First published in 1987, The Fourth R shares the latest thinking from religion scholars and writers—in non-technical language aimed at a general audience. This popular magazine also includes early reports on Westar seminar deliberations and the latest news about Westar events and programs. Annual subscription to six issues of The Fourth R is included in Westar membership.
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Editorial, Out of the corner of my eye
Art Dewey
Job Openings!
Organizing the Kingdom of God on Earth
Gordon W. G. Raynal
Lloyd Geering
Jihad and Hijab
What I wish American Christians knew about Islam
Belle Tuten
Is God Real?
A Linguistic View
James Feist
Westar Spring 2017 Meeting
Recaps
The Doping of Jesus
Fred Aufdencamp
Book Review of Fields of Blood: Religion and the History of Violence by Karen Armstrong
Dennis Smith
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