Dear :

We’ve borrowed from St. Paul for the theme of First Things’ 2021 Year-End Campaign: Using a loud voice to speak the truth in love.  
You come to First Things for thoughtful perspectives rooted in rich theological traditions. I hope you’ll consider giving further voice to these perspectives by making a tax-deductible gift today as part of our year-end campaign.

I’ll spare you the full exposition of Ephesians 4:15 (“speaking the truth in love”) and instead quote from the preceding verse: “so that we may no longer be children, tossed to and fro by the waves and carried about by every wind of doctrine, by human cunning, and by craftiness in deceitful schemes.”

The waves and winds of our cultural moment at times feel like a hurricane. We need a sturdy anchor as we pursue a mature faith. First Things does not speak “our truth” or “your truth.” We strive to speak the Truth. Loudly, so that it reverberates throughout the public square, but also in love. 

Will you join with us in using a loud voice to speak the truth in love? 

If so, please make a tax-deductible donation to First Things’ 2021 Year-End Campaign today. 

Yours, 


R. R. Reno
Editor