In the September 18 issue, LinC raises awareness regarding the issue of poverty, which has been highlighted in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. In recent years, the poverty rate in the United States has risen; according to an August 30 census report, 37 million Americans live in poverty. How should Christians in the world's wealthiest nation respond to poverty in our country? Key Scriptures: Leviticus 19:9-10; 1 Corinthians 11:17-22; and 2 Corinthians 8:1-7. In the September 25 issue, LinC takes a look at Chris Rock’s new sitcom Everybody Hates Chris, debuting on UPN. Most of us have felt out of place or had the feeling that “everybody hates” us. When it seems as though the entire world is against us, we need to remember that God loves us.
