Patrick and Davy film discussion

Wednesday 17 February 2021

The next Midweek Topic will be on Wednesday 17th February. The film clip to be watched before the zoom session is https://madeofstories.uk/patrick-and-davy/ . The short film clip is about Patrick and Davy. In a city still scarred by political and religious divide, Belfast-born Patrick and Davy, Catholic and Protestant, have found great friendship through their love of the Belfast Giants ice hockey team. Their weekly podcast, "A View from the Bridge" encourages their listeners in the hope that "in the land of the Giants everyone is equal". A glimpse into their story prompts us to the wider consideration of how religious identity has "at all times and in all places" been a force for good and evil. If anyone other than the usual regulars would like to join us, please contact Mike Dennis and he will ensure that you receive the zoom link.

Location:

Zoom

Rugby Zoom meeting

Monday 15 February 2021

We will discuss 'Nathaniel's story from the madeofstories website and attendees are asked to view it prior to the meeting. Nathaniel is one of the actors from the channel 4 series It's a Sin about the HIV/AIDS crisis.

Location:

Zoom

Speaker:

Facilitated by Nicola Phelan

Remembering Without Ceasing

Monday 15 February 2021

focuses on four English Mystics from the 14th century: Richard Rolle, the anonymous author of 'The Cloud of Unknowing', Julian of Norwich and Walter Hilton

Location:

on-line

Host:

With Full Conviction

Being an inclusive church

Thursday 11 February 2021

Location:

Zoom

Speaker:

Rithe Wilde, National Coordinator, Inclusive Church

Trauma and Pastoral Care

Tuesday 9 February 2021

Dr Carla Grosch-Miller will speak on the topic of 'Trauma and Pastoral Care', the subject of her book to be published this year.

Location:

Zoom

Speaker:

Dr Carla Grosch-Miller

Leadership in an Age of Existential Threats to God's Humanity Project

Sunday 7 February 2021

We hope to watch and discuss a recording of this excellent talk given at the Potteries Theological Society before Christmas. David has degrees and experience in Theology and Finance and advises the Archbishop of Canterbury.

SEND AN E-MAIL TO NIGEL (address below) TO RECEIVE A LINK FOR JOINING US.

Location:

ONLINE via Zoom

Speaker:

David Nussbaum, CEO The Elders (founded by Nelson Mandela for Peace, Justice and Human Rights) Non-Exec Director of Drax Gp PLC.

Jesus, visionary from Nazareth or the Son of God

Saturday 6 February 2021

Would Jesus approve of what the church has made him? Does it matter? The Gloucestershire group welcomes new attenders.

Location:

Zoom meeting

Speaker:

All of us

Boyle Lectures on Science and Religion.

Wednesday 3 February 2021

ISSR is pleased to continue its partnership with St Mary-le-Bow church in organising and hosting the prestigious Boyle Lectures on Science and Religion.

Location:

on line

Speaker:

Professor Tom McLeish, Professor of Natural Philosophy at the University of York

Rethinking Christianity for the 21st Century

Tuesday 2 February 2021

This discussion will focus on rethinking Christian beliefs as expressed in creeds.

Location:

This will be a Zoom Meeting

Exploring the Symphonic Universe

Thursday 28 January 2021

We will discuss a hybrid lecture and concert of music involving Prof. Brian Cox with the BBC Symphony Orchestra conducted by Dalia Stasevska. The whole concert, "Exploring the Symphonic Universe" is well worth listening to on the following link, https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/33PynjnFfP5SWm5jsD2rsxg/exploring-the-symphonic-universe-with-prof-brian-cox

Location:

Zoom

Clergy burnout, well-being, and resilience - Webinar

Thursday 21 January 2021

Is ministry burnout inevitable? Can self-sacrificial living ever be viable? Or, do clergy, in fact, have it better than most when it comes to work-life balance?

In this webinar we'll explore what it means to build resilience. Parish ministry comes with its own particular challenges and anxieties. How do you avoid emotional exhaustion and burnout?

And in the context of a pandemic - where significant numbers of clergy have reported increased stress, fatigue and exhaustion - what does truly sustainable ministry look like?

Our expert panel will look at what churches are doing to support their clergy, how parishes can help, and what needs to change. This Church Times webinar will focus specifically on clergy well-being, however anyone, lay or ordained, and from any denomination, is welcome to attend.

Location:

on line

Host:

Church Times

PCN Rugby Zoom meeting

Monday 18 January 2021

We will discuss the Story of Patrick and Davy from the madeofstories.uk website. Please watch the film prior to the meeting.

Location:

Zoom

Speaker:

Facilitated by Nicola Phelan

A Progressive Jewish approach to medical ethics

Wednesday 13 January 2021

Location:

Zoom

Speaker:

Rabbi Dr Margaret Jacobi

A progressive Jewish approach to medical ethics

Wednesday 13 January 2021

A progressive Jewish approach to medical ethics Rabbi Dr Margaret Jacobi Rabbi of Birmingham Progressive Synagogue 7.30pm WEDNESDAY 13th January 2021 Online meeting via Zoom Rabbi Dr. Margaret Jacobi has been the rabbi of Birmingham Progressive Synagogue since 1994. She grew up in a Liberal Jewish family. She studied medicine at Birmingham University and then started a career in medical research, gaining a PhD in physiology and working for two years in St. Louis Missouri, USA. Whilst in St. Louis, she decided to embark on her long-held aim of studying for the Rabbinate. Her studies included two years at the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College in Philadelphia and before completing her studies at Leo Baeck College. She enjoys the diverse challenges and opportunities which congregational work offers, especially in a multi-cultural city like Birmingham. She enjoys working with all age groups and also values the opportunities for interfaith dialogue which Birmingham offers. She has maintained her interest in medicine and has published papers on Jewish medical ethics, most recently 'The Challenge of Genetic Research' in 'Aspects of Liberal Jewish Thought'. She is also the honorary Progressive Jewish Chaplain at Birmingham University and a member of the Faith Leaders' Group which builds links between the different faiths in Birmingham. For details of the zoom meeting, please email info@pcnmalvern.org.uk

Location:

online via zoom

Speaker:

Rabbi Dr Margaret Jacobi

PCN short films and discussion

Tuesday 12 January 2021

Each film to be introduced by a different member of the group. Contact Liz Temple for Zoom link.

Location:

Zoom

Speaker:

Several

2021 January meeting

Tuesday 12 January 2021

Review of the book "What is the point of being a Christian" by Timothy Radcliffe

Location:

Zoom

Speaker:

Attending pariticpants

The Galilee Course - Online via Zoom

Monday 11 January 2021 — Monday 1 March 2021

The Galilee Course is an introduction to Christianity created by the Rev Tim Yeager, an Anglican priest and PCN member, as a progressive alternative to Alpha. Originally created for use at St George’s Church (CoE) in East Greenwich, it is now being offered on Zoom

Location:

Online via Zoom

Speaker:

Rev Tim Yeager

Host:

Rev Tim Yeager

TAA: Comparing birth stories in different religious traditions

Sunday 10 January 2021

Happy New Year! Sunday, 10th January is second Sunday and at 6.30 pm, Thinking Aloud Allowed - online again, of course. Our meeting this time is being led by Jonathan Gravestock and with the subject of ‘Comparing birth stories in different religious traditions’ I think it sounds really interesting, do come along if you can. Be in touch for Zoom link information which will be out soon.

Location:

Online via Zoom

Speaker:

Jonathan Gravestock

Christians and gender transition

Saturday 9 January 2021

How transgender Christians experience the church and how the church could do better.

Location:

Zoom

Speaker:

Rev. Jayne Taylor

Re-thinking Christianity for the 21st Century with Ben Whitney

Tuesday 5 January 2021

We shall be discussing with Ben Whitney his ideas about the Apostles' Creed and how Christianity in the 21st Century could be re-thought.

Location:

This will be a Zoom Meeting

Speaker:

Ben Whitney