Something More: Christ’s Sacrifice > Madoka’s, Oukoku Christian Game, and AnoHana and the Supernatural

I didn’t update “Something More” last week, so today’s links include two week’s worth.  Sorry for the delay! Japes looks at the supernatural in AnoHana and how we might approach the topic from a Christian point of view. [Japesland] Nick Calibey responds to a post that argues that Madoka’s sacrifice in Puella Magi Madoka Magica… Read More Something More: Christ’s Sacrifice > Madoka’s, Oukoku Christian Game, and AnoHana and the Supernatural

Twwk2 Comments

Let’s Video Chat! Haibane Renmei Online Small Group Beginning Soon!

This summer, I’d like to try something very different from what we typically do.  Ever since I read Daniel Cronquist’s monograph on Haibane Renmei, entitled “Set Apart,” I’ve imagined conducting a Bible study using that work as a guide.  Japes, who has recently started an excellent aniblog, brought this closer to reality by mentioning his… Read More Let’s Video Chat! Haibane Renmei Online Small Group Beginning Soon!

Twwk9 Comments

Untangled: Why Are the Anime and Cosplay Communities So Preoccupied with Sex?

We invite readers to submit questions to us regarding anime, culture, religion, or most any topic!  We’d love to respond to your queries! Last week, Torin sent us the following comment: Hello! I sincerely apologize if this seems inappropriate, but I’ve been trying to find someone to ask about this for quite some time. I… Read More Untangled: Why Are the Anime and Cosplay Communities So Preoccupied with Sex?

Twwk39 Comments

Something More: Being an Osananajimi with God and A Certain Depiction of Christianity

stardf29 starts a series on childhood friend characters, making an apt comparison about growing up with a childhood friend and growing up with God, while relating his own conversion experience. [A Series of Miracles] Japes continues to look at A Certain Magical Index, criticizing various elements of the show, particularly those related to its presentation… Read More Something More: Being an Osananajimi with God and A Certain Depiction of Christianity

Twwk1 Comment