The Regent Vine

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

Dec 15, 2025
Advent

Advent: Christ the Gardener

Rosie Perera

Advent recalls Christ’s first and second comings, but also his work in Creation. Like Spicer’s "Easter Oratorio," Genesis 2 reveals Jesus forming, guiding, and redeeming. As we await Christmas, we remember the Word made flesh and look ahead to the garden he prepares for us.

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.