Preaching Generosity

Posted by Rebecca Young. Under Uncategorized,

Many clergy and others who preach are reluctant to speak about money, giving and generosity. The subject is often completely ignored or outside speakers are invited to come in and share with the congregation instead. There is a perception that this is something which is hard to talk about, or that people will think they are asking for money simply to fund their stipend, or that congregations are already giving as much as they can and so it’s not right to ask for more. We want to help create and encourage a culture of generosity,…

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Drop in open event at our West Malling Centre

Posted by Rebecca Young. Under Latest News, Study theology,

You are warmly invited to our drop in open event at West Malling on 13 July. We welcome students who are beginning their theological journey on our bespoke introductory course, as well as those pursuing ordination or reader ministry. Or those looking at diplomas, undergraduate or masters degrees. Want to find out more? We’d love to meet you!

Summer pilgrimage walk

Posted by Rebecca Young. Under Fundraising,

For more info and to book: https://staugustinescollege.ac.uk/events/a-pilgrimage-walk/

Queer Holiness by Deacon Charlie Bell, former St Augustine’s student – book launch

Posted by Rebecca Young. Under Latest News,

‘For millennia the church has told LGBTQI people what God expects them to be and how to act.  From prohibitions on who they may love and marry, to being victims of erasure and denial, LGBTQI people are far too often objectified and seen as the property of others. Charlie faces these issues head on. His thesis is simple – to reject the overwhelming scientific and experiential knowledge about LGBTQI people is no longer valid. The liberation of LGBTQI people is not only for LGBTQI people – it is a task for the whole people of God.…

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Meeting Mystery

Posted by Rebecca Young. Under Reflections,

An online retreat based on weekly audios with accompanying prayer and reflection exercises May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 We are naturally inclined towards being in control and having a complete grasp of what’s going on. The experience of Covid has reminded us that mystery pervades our lives. We struggle to fix things, come up with answers and ‘get a grip’. Yet relationships only deepen when we let go such control and make ourselves open and vulnerable to the other. Is it time to befriend mystery? Might we thereby become more aware of beauty and…

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MA zoom open event 17 May (3-4pm)

Posted by Rebecca Young. Under From the Principal,

Interested in taking your studies in Theology further? Find out more about the St Augustine’s MA in Theology, Ministry and Mission. During the Zoom session, you’ll meet Alan, our Principal and Simon, Senior Tutor who will welcome and introduce you to the College and to the MA programme. You’ll be able to ask questions as well as taking part in a 15-minute sample lecture by Simon. To find out more and to book your place: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/217070412447

Online reflective morning…

Posted by Rebecca Young. Under Virtual Retreat,

An online reflective morning led by Kate Monkhouse “Love God, and love your neighbour as yourself” Jesus told us. What if our everyday encounters with other people were rooted and grounded in love (Ephesians 3:17)? Many of our spiritual traditions emphasize spending time alone with God as a source of refreshment and inspiration. What if God also longs to meet us in our daily dealings with others? Every day, in person and online, we are meeting people with different backgrounds, opinions and values. Many of us are doing our best to navigate fracture lines in…

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MA taster module – London and Malling

Posted by Rebecca Young. Under Study theology,

At St Augustine’s we believe we should make theological learning as accessible as possible.If you are interested in pursuing theological studies at postgraduate level, but joining a full MAprogramme feels like a big step, the taster module gives you an opportunity to test your appetite andaptitude for academic study without committing to a full programme at this point. Fact sheet here. Here the module’s tutor, Chris Chapman, introduces the module ‘Texts and Themes in Spirituality’ https://staugustinescollege.ac.uk/content/uploads/2022/04/MA-Taster-Module.mp4

Priests on the payroll

Posted by Rebecca Young. Under Latest News,

One of recent graduates, Anthea Mitchell, is on the front cover of the Church Times this week. We are very proud! Congratulations Anthea. AN ASSISTANT curate in Maidstone, the Revd Anthea Mitchell, has none of the usual problems starting conversations about faith. “I have a hundred times deeper conversations about faith with scissors in my hand than in church.” Ms Mitchell is a full-time hairdresser. “Since I wear my dog collar in the salon, it’s easy to get into conversation. People are fascinated how my faith and life fit together. I tell them I’m not…

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Online Reflective Morning

Posted by Rebecca Young. Under Virtual Retreat,

The practice and gift of Centering Prayer An online reflective morning led by Jill Benet “In the Christian tradition, contemplative prayer is considered to be the pure gift of God. It is the opening of mind and heart – our whole being – to God, the Ultimate Mystery, beyond thoughts, words, and emotions, whom we know by faith is within us … closer than consciousness itself.” Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO Method Leaflet In this reflective morning, Jill will lead us in the Method of Centering Prayer, touching on its roots, psychological background, and principal teacher, Fr.…

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