Remembering Fr. Richard John Neuhaus

by R. R. Reno

In this special episode in honor of our first annual Founder’s Day, editor R. R. Reno and Davida Goldman discuss Fr. Richard John Neuhaus’s life and legacy.  Continue Reading »

27 Jul 2023

Moving in the Right Direction

by R. R. Reno

In these perilous times, we all feel ill at ease. But over the last two months, our unity as people of faith has manifested itself in an outpouring of support. Continue Reading »

13 Jul 2023

Rooting Out the Weeds

by Megan Basham

First Things remains relevant by focusing on the eternal, not the fashionable. It is not merely conservative, but sound.  Continue Reading »

30 Jun 2023

A Parallel Polis

by Inez Stepman

In a time when there is little cultural respite from the institutional advancements of the left, First Things is indispensable to the creation of the “parallel polis.” And your subscriptions and donations are indispensable to First Things. Continue Reading »

27 Jun 2023

We Were Made for Eternal Things

by Claire Giuntini

What makes First Things timeless is its focus on the eternal things. Even so, as timeless as it is, First Things will only remain so long as we continue to receive your generous donations. Continue Reading »

23 Jun 2023

Why We Need First Things

by Colin Moran

We need First Things because it makes possible the conversations through which God preserves and constantly regenerates culture and public life. Continue Reading »

21 Jun 2023

Fight with Style

by Micah Mattix

Style has always mattered, but it matters even more in our utilitarian age. Help us fight the good literary fight. Continue Reading »

19 Jun 2023

A Different Kind of Pride Flag

by Carter Skeel

First Things acts as a courageous and trustworthy standard-bearer for orthodoxy. Please consider bearing this standard with us by making a tax-deductible gift to our spring campaign. Continue Reading »

16 Jun 2023

First Things: The Standard-Bearer for Orthodoxy

by R. R. Reno

Our secular age stands in great need of the clear, orthodox voice of First Things. Please consider supporting us in our mission of proclaiming God's timeless truths. Continue Reading »

14 Jun 2023

The Best of Times

by R. R. Reno

In the worst of times, First Things writers, readers, and supporters are blessed with the best of times. Continue Reading »

27 Apr 2023