This past weekend, my parents visited me for Mother’s Day. I live in Toronto’s Little Portugal neighborhood, and while we were exploring its local restaurants and shops, we came across … Continue reading Asian Heritage Month: Of memory, belonging, and personhood
When persistence isn’t enough
With the recent rollback of reproductive rights in the United States and the passing of anti-trans and anti-drag bills, honoring women this March is a bittersweet affair.Truth be told, the … Continue reading When persistence isn’t enough
There is a Balm in Chicago
Rebecca Anderson grew up Evangelical, but as a young adult, she didn’t consider herself a religious person. That didn’t mean she didn’t dip her toes in the waters of different communities of faith. And then she attended a local church in Boston at the suggestion of a fellow non-religious friend, which changed her life.
How is the definition of success hurting Asians in North America?
Last year, I wrote the opening letter for the April issue, sharing my thoughts on the importance of being vigilant against both the COVID-19 pandemic and anti-Asian racism.Much has happened since. As … Continue reading How is the definition of success hurting Asians in North America?
Finding faith and community in the margins with Comunidad Limen
“Have you seen the movie Luca?” Rev. Pedro Ramos Goycolea Rev. Pedro Ramos Goycolea, the pastor of Comunidad Limen Christian Church, was trying to find the right words that would describe the ministry … Continue reading Finding faith and community in the margins with Comunidad Limen