The Regent Vine

Welcome to The Vine, a publication of Regent College. Join us for conversations that inform, challenge, and inspire.

Dec 20, 2025
Advent

Advent: Proclamation of Peace

Richard Thompson

Amid a world of violence and inner fear, Isaiah’s promised messenger and Jesus’ good news declare that God reigns. Though we still wait for his full peace at his return, he has already come—Immanuel—bringing true and lasting peace.

All Resources: Environment & Creation Care

Oct 16, 2025

Video: Fully Human in a Broken World

Ross Hastings, A.J. Swoboda, Leah Kostamo

A lively panel discussion by three experts about engaging with the natural world— not just an onerous duty, but a natural response to the goodness of God.

Oct 9, 2025

Video: Making Peace with Creation

Loren Wilkinson, Iwan Russell-Jones

Poet and theologian Loren Wilkinson reflects on humanity’s impact on creation and the search for hope amid environmental crisis.

Sep 16, 2025

Podcast: Climate Theology and Storytelling

Everett Hamner

Everett Hamner shares how his Regent journey shaped his focus on ecotheology, climate literature, and global crises. Drawing on works like Richard Powers’ Playground, he weaves science, faith, and art to imagine truthful, hopeful futures.