Category Archives: Acton Institute

Acton University–June 18-21, 2013

Posted on November 23, 2012 by John Armstrong

The Acton Institute is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 2013 Acton University (AU), which will take place on June 18-21 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. For four days each June, the Acton Institute convenes an ecumenical conference of pastors, … Continue reading →

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Is the World on a Permanent Downhill Slide?

Posted on February 28, 2012 by John Armstrong

Is the world on a permanent downhill slide? To listen to many Christians you would think so. During this political season you would think so even more than during other years. People, left and right, remind us daily of the … Continue reading →

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Religion & Liberty: A Magazine Your Should Read

Posted on February 14, 2012 by John Armstrong

I admit my own bias but one of my favorite magazines is Religion & Liberty, published by the Acton Institute. You can get a print subscription but you can also read issues online. The most recent issue features a great … Continue reading →

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What Andreas Widmer Learned About Business and Entrepreneurship from the Pope

Posted on October 24, 2011 by John Armstrong

Business entrepreneur Andreas Widmer has a truly great story to tell. His new book, The Pope and the CEO, tells this story and makes a hugely valuable point about both business and poverty. Widmer says, “The pope showed me what … Continue reading →

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We Are One in Mission

Posted on September 4, 2011 by John Armstrong

The core of my vision is unity in Christ’s mission. I call this missional-ecumenism. I live to make Christ known in and through the unity of all his people. I believe he has made it abundantly clear that he has … Continue reading →

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The Freedom & Virtue Institute: A Grassroots Commitment to Human Dignity and Flourishing

Posted on September 2, 2011 by John Armstrong

In my role as a Senior Advisor to Acton Institute I enjoy many opportunities to teach, write and network with other Christian leaders. One of those leaders is Ismael Hernandez. I met Ismael at Acton University in Grand Rapids in … Continue reading →

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The Barnabas Group

Posted on June 3, 2011 by John Armstrong

I recently had a unique opportunity to speak about unity in Christ’s mission. I was asked to present an address to The Barnabas Group (TBG) in San Diego (May 9) and Costa Mesa (May 10). The Costa Mesa site is … Continue reading →

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My New Role with Acton Institute

Posted on May 12, 2011 by John Armstrong

I have noted, in various blogs and comments, the value and importance of the Acton Institute for several years. I have been a blogger for Acton, attended a number of their events as a guest, and assisted them in several … Continue reading →

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Rome: Day Two

Posted on March 25, 2011 by John Armstrong

On day two of my journey to Rome I toured some of the greatest sights of the ancient city and spoke in the evening. I will describe the city first and then my evening address. The day began with breakfast … Continue reading →

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Rome: Day One

Posted on March 24, 2011 by John Armstrong

I arrived in Rome on Monday, March 7, after an overnight flight out of Atlanta. This was my first overseas flight in a long time. One of my three benefactors gave me miles to fly in business class so I … Continue reading →

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