Starting 05/09/08
A weekend conference organized by the London Branch of the Ecumenical Society of the Blessed Virgin Mary, to be held at Aylesford Priory from Sept 5th to Sept 8th 2008.
A day conference address the crises of the diminishing Christian presence in the Holy Land.
Humanity is abusing the Earth. Leading Edge Biologist Dr Rupert Sheldrake (Anglican), 'Carbon Coach' Dave Hampton (Gaian) & Management Consultant Dr Terry Cooke-Davies (URC) will explore mutual consciousness, practical tips & the Holy Spirit of Change to help us, in faith, make the necessary shifts in thought & behaviours of individuals and organisations that will help save the planet.
We know Humanity is abusing the Earth; as Christians we understand ourselves to be its Stewards. We know we have to change our lifestyle, but by turns are apathetic and scared. Can a new perspective on consciousness help us understand ourselves and our relation to the Earth that leaves room for the Courage to Change?
01/10/08
A combination of bad policies towards agriculture, worsening global climate, use of food crops for biofuels and the steady increase in population are causing a drastic increase in food prices. What can we do to prevent greater world starvation?
15/10/08
The western world is forcing countries of the South to liberalise their trade before they have become able to set up any industries. This is the recipe that should be ignored, exactly as South Korea and other new industrialised countries did in the early stages of their development.
The European Union is an economic giant and a political pigmy. It could play a pivotal role in making the international institutions more effective.
Private companies, from the North in partnership with companies from the South are needed to ensure development. No other force within society will generate the jobs and incomes for the poorest.
‘Cursillo’ means 'short course in Christian living'. The one day (9 to 5) Taster event has proved to be both worthwhile and enjoyable. It seeks to enable clergy to find out about the essentials of ‘Cursillo’, and the uses it may have in their parishes.
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