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What Is The Point Of Being A Christian?
Friday, September 12th, 2008
A six week course exploring the truth that Christianity points us to God will start next month, with 6 meetings scheduled in October, November and December. The discussion group will look closely at the book published by Timothy Radcliffe, entitled ‘What is the Point of Being a Christian’.
Timothy Radcliffe is in demand the world over with Bishops, priests, lay people and above all young people. In this book, Radcliffe has assembled the best of his addresses he has given over the last three years. A man with strong liberal instincts, he has held high office in the Roman Catholic Church and has a profound respect for the authority and teaching charisma of his Church. With political sympathies to the left of centre, he shows himself in this book to be passionately concerned with issues relating to the environment, globalisation and the pastoral care of the marginalised and dispossessed.
Shot through with humour, friendship and wisdom, the pages of this book outline a manner of living which is at once faithful to the teachings of Jesus and rooted in the tradition of the church and at the same time responsive to the turbulance of the modern world.
Autumn Study & Discussion Group 2008
On Mondays at 39 Bicham Road, Reepham @ 7.45-9.45pm
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October 20th: Introduction… Hope
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November 3rd: Freedom and Happiness
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November 10th: Courage
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November 17th: Truthfulness
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November 24th: Unity of Humanity
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December 1st: Healing and Rest
If you are interested and would like to attend, please let Sue Page know: 01603 870886. You can also email Sue for more information at: suep@reephambenefice.org.uk. Books are available through Sue at the price of £11.99 or alternatively a few copies can be borrowed through the library.
It is also hoped that as the group meets, they can comment on their thoughts about the topics and issues raised during the groups on this blog. Or, indeed, if you have a contribution to make on the subject of ‘what is the point of being a Christian’ we would welcome your contribution. If you are not from the local area, but would still like to engage, why not read the book for yourself and engage with us here with your thoughts on Timothy Radcliffe’s approach to living the Christian life in the modern world.
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