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Stimulating the debate about the place of religion in society since 2006. Learn more here 🔗 Account moderated by Joe/Rosie
Becoming a mother changes everything. But for too long this profound process has been hidden from public conversation. Our new report Motherhood, Inside Out explores just how radical these changes are. Follow along to find out more 🧵👇
Is this the end of 'Woke'? This week on Reading Our Times, @nickebs.bsky.social speaks with writer and comedian Andrew Doyle on his book 'The End of Woke' which examines the origins, methods and possible decline of the movement. Tune in here: podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/r...
We're delighted to announce that tickets for the second of our 20th anniversary events are on sale now. 📍The National Gallery, Trafalgar Square 🗓️ Friday 10 July Follow along to get tickets and see our speakers 👇🧵
How is Buddhist nationalism transforming Asia? Buddhism is often seen in the West as a religion of peace and serenity - rarely, if ever, associated with violence. @nickebs.bsky.social speaks with @soniafaleiro.bsky.social about how Buddhist nationalism has fuelled ethnic tension.
How do politicians weaponise Christianity? Tune in to the latest episode of Reading Our Times where @nickebs.bsky.social speaks with Tobias Cremer, author of 'The Godless Crusade: Religion, Populism and Right-Wing Identity Politics in the West'.
So, cathedrals have had to adapt. They've professionalised their teams, diversified their revenue, expanded their events programmes, broadening the range of people who cross their thresholds.
The average intended donation is £4.70 — less than a flavoured latte from Costa — but 95% of people don’t give anything at all. Meanwhile, 80% of Anglican cathedrals operate in structural deficit with no guaranteed national funding for their core functions.
Despite strong attendance, there’s a gap between attitude and action. Most people are glad cathedrals exist, but they just don't feel personally responsible for sustaining them.
Cathedrals are more than just big churches. They’re first and foremost places of worship, but also civic anchors, community hubs, arts venues, and sanctuaries of stillness open to everyone.
Cathedrals have been making headlines for some unexpected reasons lately... But what’s the story behind them? What are people finding so controversial?
📈 Christian Nationalism seems to be on the rise. The phrase, however, is often used vaguely. So, what does it mean? What motivates and shapes it, particularly in the US? Join @nickebs.bsky.social as he talks to @andrew-whitehead.bsky.social about what Christian nationalism is - and what it isn't.
Great to hear from Edward Davies, Director of Research at CSJ at breakfast this morning. We enjoyed discussing the importance of family foundations and motherhood, the need for social prescribing, and the deeper issues that lie beneath policy problems.
Reading Our Times is back for Season 12! 🎉 Catch @nickebs.bsky.social in conversation with @ericstorm.bsky.social exploring where nationalism comes from and what history can tell us about its future.
Let's face it, Donald Trump's AI image of himself was blasphemous. But blasphemy isn't a synonym for “this upset me”. It's a judgement that something holy has been profaned, and Christians shouldn't be embarrassed to call out blasphemy when they see it, writes George Lapshynov.
Last chance to attend! If you haven't already, make sure you get tickets to 'Science, Faith and the Future of Humanity'. We'll be hearing from Dr Francis Collins and @nickebs.bsky.social. The discussion will be chaired by @greenmirandahere.bsky.social.
What does it mean to be human in an age of genetic modification? 🧬 Join us for an evening with Francis Collins and @nickebs.bsky.social as they ask the big questions about faith and genetic science. 🎟️ Find out more and get tickets here: www.stmartin-in-the-fields.org/whats-on/sci...