Talks

by Father Sam McNally-Cross Bibliography Thomas Merton: The Inner Experience, notes on Contemplation Contemplation in a world of action Spiritual Direction and Meditation & what is contemplation New seeds of Contemplation Thomas Merton – Contemplation. What does it mean to … Continued

by The Reverend Dr. Stacey Rand Edith Stein (Teresa Benedicta of the Cross) (1891-1942) was a German-Jewish philosopher, who later became a discalced Carmelite nun. She completed her doctoral thesis on the subject of empathy at the Universities of Göttingen … Continued

by Dr. Paula Gooder Paul, sinner, saint, apostle, and writer, quoted at length, in and out of context. A character that provokes strong reactions from many. But, because of his letters taking up great swathes of the New Testament and … Continued

Wednesday 1st July, 7pm by Fr. Thomas Plant Ron Dreher’s Benedict Option has invited emulation and opprobrium in equal measure, with some Christians embracing his call to the cloister and others finding his vision isolationist, exclusive or worse. Is it … Continued

Wednesday 24th June, 7pm by John Millbank Sergei Nikolaevich Bulgakov (1871-1944) was a Russian Orthodox theologian, priest, philosopher and economist who was elected to the Duma, a professor in Church Law and Theology, and helped to found l’Institut de Théologie … Continued

Scripture Wednesday 10th June, 7pm By The Rt. Rev’d. Dr. Graham Tomlin Martin Luther is well known for his advocacy of the authority of Scripture within the church. In this lecture, Bishop Graham will explore why this was so important … Continued

Wednesday 17th June, 7pm by Fr. Peter Anthony The Transfiguration, the story of Jesus’ remarkable display of Glory, described in the Synoptic Gospels. An often misunderstood and overlooked episode in the life of Jesus, but a staple of the Orthodox … Continued

Discipline Wednesday 3rd June, 7pm By Jarel Robinson-Brown In recent times the writings of Shenoute the Great have been appreciated for their unique contribution to the ancient writings of early Egyptian monasticism and in this session we will consider Shenoute’s … Continued

An Invitation To Prayer Wednesday 27th May, 7pm By Kirsty Borthwick. Challenging child, avid thinker, monastic leader, Bishop, Father of Western Theology, person of prayer: St Augustine of Hippo is a fascinating and enigmatic character. In this seminar we’ll explore … Continued

Finding God in all Things By Sr. Gemma Simmonds Ignatius Loyola (1491-1556) is chiefly known outside the Roman Catholic church for his Spiritual Exercises, which are increasingly popular beyond the borders of his own faith community.  Recognizably a mystic in … Continued

Parish Prayer Life By Fr. Matthew Dallman obl OSB Fr Martin Thornton (1915-1986) was a farmer, Anglican priest, and theologian. Spurred by a mystical “beech tree experience” as a farmer, he pursued Holy Orders, receiving degrees from King’s College, London (under … Continued

The Way of Perfection By The Rev’d Dr Ayla Lepine In St Teresa of Avila’s The Way of Perfection, completed c.1566, she offers wisdom to Carmelite nuns on prayer, spirituality, and living in community. A Doctor of the Church, Teresa’s theological … Continued