Why I Read First Things

by Charles J. Chaput

First Things is uniquely rich in substance, but it needs and deserves our generous financial support to continue and grow its vital work.  Continue Reading »

27 Dec 2019

Feed the Children

by Hugh Schmitz

There’s still time left to contribute to our campaign. Please help in any way you can! Continue Reading »

26 Dec 2019

Arguing for Truth in the Anti-Culture

by Carl R. Trueman

First Things remains committed to showing that honest, open discussion of the most important issues in this earthly city are vital. Continue Reading »

24 Dec 2019

The Cure for Melancholy

by Veronica Clarke

Through stellar writing and the excellent conversations it fosters, First Things provides both discourse and a community, one that aims to humanize the reader. Continue Reading »

16 Dec 2019

Affirming the Adventure of Orthodoxy

by R. R. Reno

First Things offers something unique: religiously informed reflection on public affairs. Continue Reading »

14 Dec 2019

Join the Conversation

by Moriah Speciale

First Things invites readers to consider what matters most. Continue Reading »

28 Jun 2019

A Higher Allegiance

by Eduardo Andino

First Things points readers in a different direction. Continue Reading »

25 Jun 2019

Our Challenge

by Mark Bauerlein

First Things has reimagined conservatism for our changing society. Continue Reading »

20 Jun 2019

A New Consensus

by R. R. Reno

First Things seeks to create something new out of the moral ruins of our age. Continue Reading »

17 Jun 2019

Our Most Popular Articles of 2018

by The Editors

As the year draws to a close, here’s a look back at our most popular articles.  Continue Reading »

31 Dec 2018