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Relearning the sacred

“The church’s contribution has to consist… in its showing forth of a different myth – the truth of creation’s relation … More

creation, environmental theology, grace, sacrament, sacred

The Importance of Stories

The emphasis we have on fact means we cannot cope with the idea of a true fictional story. ‘Fictional truth’ or ‘narrative truth’ is just an oxymoron. Hence the confusion with Genesis.

existentialism, fact, narrative, public debate, public discussion, sacred, sacred values, truth, worldview

Compassion – George

It is what I want to put out into the world and what I try to search for in it.

advent, compassion, ideology, sacred, sacred values

Generosity – Rachel

Fundamentally, there is something delightfully unnecessary and inexpressibly and outlandishly beautiful about the generous; it speaks to me of something greater.

2018, advent, generosity, sacred, sacred values

Forgiveness – Naomi

The king, Tirian, says this to his dearest friend, Jewel the Unicorn: “If ever I offended against you in any matter great or small, forgive me now.” Jewel’s response: ‘“Dear King,” said the Unicorn, “I could almost wish you had, so that I might forgive it.”

2018, advent, failure, forgiveness, Naomi, reflection, sacred, sacred values

Thankfulness – Chris

My sacred value is thankfulness: it is what I am holding to at the end of a difficult year.

2018, advent, sacred, thankfulness

An Advent Series: sacred values

I’ve asked some friends if they would be kind enough to spend some time reflecting on what they think their most sacred value might be and why.

2018, advent, preparation, reflection, reflections, sacred, sacred values

On Disagreeing Well 2.0

This past week I have been listening extensively to ‘The Sacred’ Podcast on the recommendation of my colleague Naomi. The premise … More

2018, conflict, disagreement, offence, outrage, politics, public discussion, sacred, toleration, truth, values

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