The Passion of Jesus: Holy Week, Good Friday and Easter
Wednesday 3 April 2019
A Youtube video featuring a talk by Marcus Borg. This will be followed by discussion.
- Location:
- United Reformed Church, Russell Street, Tavistock
- Speaker:
- A recording featuring Marcus Borg
Regular Discussion Meeting - Cancelled
Tuesday 2 April 2019
There will be no meeting of the Abingdon Group this month, meetings resume in May
- Location:
- St Michael's Church Room, Park Road, Abingdon OX14 1DU
“Cut Off From the Mainland” Inspiration from island Ministers
Monday 1 April 2019
Discussion based on a recording of a Cairns Church, Glasgow event in February
"Cut Off From the Mainland" Inspiration from island Ministers
Over the past number of months, a group of similarly minded ministers (including Andrew Frater) has gathered in Millport’s Cathedral of the Isles to reflect upon life, faith, church and the meaning of the universe!
These enriching conversations have inspired fresh thinking and renewed visions of the Church in today’s world.
- Location:
- 17 Kenilworth Road, Bridge of Allan, Stirling FK9 4DU
- Speaker:
- Discussion follwoing audio recording
Imagining Peace with Pádraig Ó Tuama at the Royal Foundation of St Katharine in Limehouse
Saturday 30 March 2019
2018 was the centenary of the end of the First World War - ‘the war to end all wars’. Since then, there has not been a single day when the world has been at peace. This day explores why.
- Location:
- Royal Foundation of St Katharine in Limehouse, East London (www.rfsk.org.uk)
- Speaker:
- Pádraig Ó Tuama
‘Speaking Christian’ Ch. 21 ’ Heaven’
Friday 29 March 2019
We continue our study of Marcus Borg's book 'Speaking Christian'. Based on chapter 21, we will discuss "Is our theology 'Heaven, Hell and the Afterlife' or 'Here and Now' - or both ?
Apart from the main topic we also briefly look at PCN's 'Eight Points' at each session.
Today Hazel introduces Point 7.
- Location:
- Quaker Meeting House Newbury
- Speaker:
- Frances
Jesus Christ: the Unanswered Questions - Rowan Williams
Wednesday 27 March 2019
Who do you say I am? Jesus asked his disciples this question and for 2,000 years Christians have wrestled with this, the defining question of our faith. Jesus led a completely familiar and recognisable life, but also one that was utterly radical and unrecognisable: a unique divine moment in the history of our world.
- Location:
- St Paul's
- Speaker:
- Rowan Williams
‘Two Places of Origin for the Christian Movement. James and the Church of Jerusalem: the Forgotten Elder Brother’.
Monday 25 March 2019
James and the origins of Christianity
- Location:
- St Mary’s Church Centre, Albrighton
- Speaker:
- Rev Alan Saxby
The Future of Faith lecture series - Alastair McIntosh
Saturday 23 March 2019
‘Towards Third Millennium Christianity: Activism, Nonviolence and the Mystical Imperative’
- Location:
- Rawtenstall Unitarian Church and Unity Centre, Bank Street, Rawtenstall. Rossendale BB4 7QY. Lancashire.
- Speaker:
- Alastair McIntosh
Faith Journeys (continued)
Tuesday 19 March 2019
A structured exploration of the connection between church-leaving and stages of faith.
- Location:
- 17 Richmond Cres, Billingham TS23 2JP
- Speaker:
- Paul Wilson
The Prophetic Imagination - Romero’s challenge to church and state
Saturday 16 March 2019
Ecumenical service to mark the 39th anniversary of the martyrdom of Archbishop Oscar Romero
- Location:
- S Martin in the Fields, Trafalgar Square, London
NB NEW details: March Meeting - Brexit: What would Jesus do?
Thursday 14 March 2019
Our next Beyond Belief meeting is on Thursday 14 March, starting at 7.30 pm
"Brexit: What would Jesus do?"
With Brexit (probably) just a few days ahead when we meet, we thought this might be an interesting idea and topical question to examine.
Discussion group chewing over some big, interesting topics in a respectful envionment.
This may not be the final location for future meetings as our poll had no decisive preference expressed. We'll let you know as we go along! Everyone welcome.
- Location:
- The Lord Nelson Inn, Trafalgar St, Brighton BN1 4ED
- Speaker:
- Open discussion hosted by Robert Stovold
Love is His Meaning - Keith Ward (Formerly Regius Professor of Divinity, Oxford)
Wednesday 13 March 2019
- Location:
- Trinity Church Conduit Road, Abingdon, OX14 1DU
- Speaker:
- Keith Ward
Love is His Meaning - Keith Ward (Formerly Regius Professor of Divinity, Oxford)
Wednesday 13 March 2019
- Location:
- Trinity Church Conduit Road, Abingdon, OX14 1DU
- Speaker:
- Keith Ward (Formerly Regius Professor of Divinity, Oxford)
Love Is His Meaning: Understanding The Teaching Of Jesus
Wednesday 13 March 2019
This event is an open event for members and friends of the Progressive Christianity Network and the general public.
- Location:
- Trinity Church, Conduit Road, Abingdon, OX14 1DU
- Speaker:
- Professor Keith Ward
Perceptions of Christianity
Tuesday 12 March 2019
Richard will speak about the perceptions people of different faiths have of Christianity and responses from five Christians. He will introduce his newly published book, 'Perceptions of Christianity'.
- Location:
- St Thomas the Martyr Church, Haymarket, Newcastle
- Speaker:
- Richard Tetlow
Towards an individual response to immigration, asylum seekers and refugees.
Monday 11 March 2019
A briefing paper has been prepared by David and John with questions to consider beforehand on our response to important issues raised when considering immigration and asylum seekers and refugees. The paper is available by contacting Nicola Phelan.
- Location:
- Prayer room at the United Reformed Church, Hillmorton Rd Rugby
- Speaker:
- Facilitated by members David and John R
Thinking Allowed: Progressive Evangelism
Sunday 10 March 2019
The Rev Andy Lowe will be leading our thinking as he brings to us thoughts from the recent Modern Church conference he attended in Liverpool on the subject of Progressive Evangelism.
Monthly on second Sunday of the month at 6.30pm ‘Thinking Allowed’, informal Progressive Christian gathering that includes opportunities to share thoughts, ideas, doubts and questions and to discuss with others in a safe, respectful environment.
- Location:
- Hove Methodist Church, Portland Road, BN3 5DR
- Speaker:
- The Rev Andy Lowe & discussion
Stories around an Open Table - ecumenical Christian worship communities committed to LGBT inclusion March 2019
Saturday 9 March 2019
inviting Open Table members and friends to tell their stories about reconciling gender identity, sexual orientation, faith or spirituality
- Location:
- St Bride's Liverpool
Wondering and Wandering
Friday 8 March 2019
— Sunday 10 March 2019
Join students and recent graduates from around the country for SCM annual gathering at Hebron Hall, Dinas Powys near Cardiff!
We’ll be spending the weekend exploring the themes of pilgrimage and prayer and looking at how we can listen to God and speak out in faith.
We’re super pleased to announce that Amanda Mukwashi, the CEO of Christian Aid, will be our headline speaker on the Saturday! She will be exploring what the themes of prayer and pilgrimage have meant to her in light of her experiences. Read more about her and our other speakers.
Workshops will fall into two streams, “I will speak” and “I will listen”. We’re really glad to have Jessica Dalton from Christian Soliarity Worldwide joining us to explore how to lobby for one of the workshops!
More details to follow, including Bible Study leader, more workshop details and how you can get involved through the AGM which will be happening on the Sunday Morning.
Cost of the ticket includes food and a bed in a shared room. There are travel bursaries of up to £50 available - please do make use of these! We’ll be asking what your travel plans are in order to join you up with others who may be travelling from your area to make it as easy as possible for as many as possible to come along.
Book now to secure your place!
- Location:
- Hebron Hall Christian Centre Cross Common Road Dinas Powys Vale of Glamorgan, CF64 4YB
- Speaker:
- Amanda Mukwashi, the CEO of Christian Aid
The Story of Judas Iscariot
Wednesday 6 March 2019
A Youtube video featuring a talk given by Bishop Spong. It will be followed by discussion.
- Location:
- United Reformed Church, Russell Street, Tavistock
- Speaker:
- A recording featuring John Shelby Spong
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