Bold, plain-spoken theology from Pittsburgh
The Truth is Bold.
Long-form writing, three podcasts, and the books of Parrhesian Press, from the pastors and friends of Beverly Heights in Pittsburgh. Nothing hedged, nothing flattered.
This week
The newest essay, episode, and book, in one place.
Latest essay
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No Neutral Ground
The church has a vital role in shaping public life, advocating for moral authority and addressing the public square to counterbalance secularism and pluralism. Emphasizing its responsibility to proclaim the gospel, the church must publicly affirm its beliefs and address…
New from Parrhesian Press
Longing for Obedience
A conversation with Eugene Peterson, in letters, 2009 to 2013. Releases October 27.
Writing
A column
O’Bservations
Tom O’Boyle spent forty years in the news business before he found the good news. His report on the church, the town, and the state of things.
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Latest:
Slaying the EPC Leviathan
Podcasts
Three shows. Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, or right here.
The Parrhesian Podcast
Long-form conversation on the church and the culture. Nate Devlin and Peter Chace, with guests.
We Make Christians
Short weekly episodes from the pastors of Beverly Heights on the church’s first job.
Parrhesian Press
Books written in bold fashion, in an age that prefers evasion.
New essays and episodes, by email.
No schedule, no filler. When something is published, you hear about it.
About parrhesia
“The Greek word is parrhesia, which means forthright truth-telling. One who speaks with parrhesia doesn’t flatter, manipulate, or use rhetorical tricks. He speaks fearlessly, even when addressing powerful people.”
Peter Leithart