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First Things

First Things

by THE INSTITUTE ON RELIGION & PUBLIC LIFE INC

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  • Released
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  • August 4, 2011
  • October 10, 2025

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THE INSTITUTE ON RELIGION & PUBLIC LIFE INC
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Access insightful articles and essays on religion, public life, and philosophy. Explore diverse perspectives on contemporary issues from a leading research institute. Stay informed with curated content designed to foster informed public discourse.

✓Articles on religion and public life
✓Essays on philosophy and society
✓Diverse perspectives
✓Informed public discourse
✓Interreligious and nonpartisan content
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What's New in First Things

23.0

October 10, 2025

This release includes bug fixes and general stability improvements.

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June/July 2011

First Things is published by The Institute on Religion and Public Life, an interreligious, nonpartisan research and education institute whose purpose is to advance a religiously informed public philosophy for the ordering of society.

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Requires a separate subscription

Requires a separate subscription. I have a print and web subscription but I need a separate one for the app???
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Please fix login methods!

I love First Things as a publication, but this app stinks. It doesn’t even give me the option to sign in to my digital subscription with my username and password! Please fix this as I’d love to use the app to access this content!
naper84naper84

Not updating editions

The app is only accessing up to October 2023 editions even though Inhabe a current subscription
Ecclesia123Ecclesia123

Great content, inflexible app.

Always thought provoking articles. However the “app” is little more than a pdf reader. In fact, it is less. You cannot save, bookmark, or interact with the text in any way. Also,this review seems to be in white colored font, so I can’t actually see what I am typing.
RevTHilRevTHil

First Things is First Rate

This is by far the best “journal” of philosophy, politics and contemporary life published today. Most of our lives is filled with a lot of reading. Whatever you do, when you start to prioritize what needs to be read, put First Things at the top of that list!!
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FAQ

What is First Things about?

First Things provides journalism and commentary on religion, public life, and culture. It is published by The Institute on Religion and Public Life, an organization dedicated to advancing a religiously informed public philosophy for society.

What are the subscription options?

The app offers monthly subscriptions for USD 2.99 and annual subscriptions for USD 24.99. For non-US app stores, equivalent currency charges will apply. Please note that app subscriptions do not grant access to subscription-only content on their website.

How does the subscription renewal work?

Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of renewal will be identified.

Can I cancel my subscription?

Subscriptions may be managed by the user, and auto-renewal can be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. However, cancellation of the current subscription is not allowed during the active subscription period.

What kind of content can I expect?

You can expect insightful articles and essays covering religion, public life, and philosophy. The content aims to explore diverse perspectives on contemporary issues and foster informed public discourse.