We’re the podcast of the Student Christian Movement, reflecting on justice, identity and discipleship since 1889. Pop the kettle on and gather round as we explore how to put our faith into action with the help of our lovely guests!
…
continue reading
In this episode William is joined by Dean Detloff and Matt Bernico, hosts of the Magnificast. They discuss Christianity and leftist politics, the concept and place of solidarity, the relationship between theory and action and more. Magnificast on X Magnificast merch store Connect with SCM on: Instagram …
…
continue reading
In this episode William speaks with Nic Tall from together for the CofE about Church governance and politics within the Church of England, the importance of voting, living in love and faith and more. Find out more about together for the CofE here. Connect with SCM on: Instagram X…
…
continue reading
In this episode William speaks with Liddy Buswell from the Christian Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CCND). They discuss the history of CCND, why faith should inspire us to campaign against nuclear weapons, and more. Find out more about CCND here. Join us this weekend at our national gathering (22nd of June) in London. Connect with SCM on: …
…
continue reading
In this episode William is joined by Holly-Anna Petersen from Christian Climate Action to discuss the power and place of non-violent direct action in Christian political action. Additionally they discuss prayer as protest, the need for action on climate, engaging in democracy and politics beyond the ballot box and more. Find out more about CCA here…
…
continue reading
In this episode William speaks with Liam Purcell from Church Action on Poverty about their work, what it means to be a Church of the poor, the power of solidarity and more. You can find out more about Church Action on Poverty here. Proletariat Christ with Adam Spiers mentioned in this episode. The Gospel in Solentiname by Ernesto Cardenal. Let's En…
…
continue reading
In this episode William speaks with Rev. Luke Larner about his work as a priest in the Church of England, how faith relates to politics, the relevance of theology to politics, trade unions and more. Connect with Luke on X here. For season 3 each episode is accompanied by a blog, this week's blog will release next Monday and can be found with all ou…
…
continue reading
In this episode William speaks with Dorothy Day's granddaughters Martha and Kate Hennessy. Dorothy Day was one of the founders of the Catholic Worker Movement (CWM) alongside Peter Maurin. The CWM was based on the principles of personalism and sought to "live in accordance with the justice and charity of Jesus Christ" through houses of hospitality,…
…
continue reading
Welcome to the first episode of SCM's new series on Christian Political Action. In this episode Faith in Action worker William talks to Rev. Dr. Doug Gay, a minister in the Church of Scotland, and senior lecturer in Theology and Religious Studies at the University of Glasgow. William and Doug discuss everything from what we mean by political theolo…
…
continue reading
In this episode Phoebe documents the Pilgrimage for Palestinians that took place on Sunday 28th of April in London which was hosted by Christian Aid Collective. CA Collective are a community of 18-30 year-old Christians who care about dignity, equality, justice and love. The Pilgrimage for Palestinians journeyed from Lambeth Place to Westminster st…
…
continue reading
In the final episode of our season on Dietrich Bonhoeffer, William speaks with Dr Dianne Rayson about her chapter Bonhoeffer in the Anthropocene: Ecoethics and Earthly Christianity in the book Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Theology, and Political Resistance. They discuss what it means to be living in the Anthropocene, the significance of Bonhoeffer's Christ…
…
continue reading
In this episode William speaks with Dr Eleanor McLaughlin about Bonhoeffer's concept of Unconscious Christianity and Eleanor's book Unconscious Christianity in Dietrich Bonhoeffer's Late Theology. They discuss the differences between this and Bonhoeffer's religionless Christianity, compare unconscious Christianity with Karl Rahner's anonymous Chris…
…
continue reading
In this episode William speaks with Dr Lori Brandt Hale about her chapter The Interfaith Imperative: How Bonhoeffer Compels Interfaith Action in the book Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Theology, and Political Resistance. Find out more about the International Bonhoeffer Society here. You can buy the book here. Connect with us on: Instagram …
…
continue reading
In this episode William speaks with SCM member Jack Woodruff about his experiences with the Iona Community volunteering at Iona Abbey and volunteering with the Northern leg of the Pilgrim Cross. They discuss themes of ecumenism, pilgrimage, and spiritual practice in relation to Christian community. Find out more about Iona here. Find out more about…
…
continue reading
In this episode William and Phoebe talk about the No Faith in Fossil Fuel's Vigil while on Parliament Square in London. They also talk to others they met through the day from a number of different Christian organisations involved in the lent vigil which ran for 10 days starting on Ash Wednesday this year. Links mentioned in episode: Just Money Move…
…
continue reading
In this episode William reflects on Bonhoeffer's concept of religionless Christianity. Take a moment out of your day to reflect on this and pray with us. Sign up for our supporters event here. Connect with us on: Instagram X TikTok Facebook
…
continue reading
In this episode Faith in Action workers Phoebe and William discuss Phoebe's blog series on craftivism. They discuss different forms of craftivism, how it can be a spiritual practice and more. Read the craftivism blog series on our website here. Connect with us on: Instagram X TikTok Facebook…
…
continue reading
In this episode William speaks with Andrew Clark-Howard about his work considering Bonhoeffer, whiteness, and colonialism. We focus on his upcoming chapter due to be published with SCM press which considers the possibility of Bonhoeffer's "view from below" being from above. With specific reference to the settler justice and Christianity in Oceania.…
…
continue reading
In this episode William speaks with Adam Spiers, one of the hosts of the Bread and Rosaries podcast and a SCM member. They discuss issues of poverty, class, and leftist politics in the UK. As well as discussing Bonhoeffer's proletariat Christ and the role of faith in politics. You can listen to Bread and Rosaries here. Connect with Adam on TikTok h…
…
continue reading
We are kicking off 2024 with a meditation. Join William as he shares some reflections from Bonhoeffer's doctoral work Sanctorum Communio. What does it mean to live with and for others? What is Church-community supposed to look like? Bonhoeffer calls us to radical love in community, empowered by the spirit and possible only through faith in Christ. …
…
continue reading
In this Christmas special the SCM staff team discuss all the most important questions about Christmas. Is die hard a Christmas movie? What are our favourite Christmas hymns? Weird Christmas traditions, the muppets Christmas carol, the meaning of advent and more. We hope you have a wonderful Christmas and new year and the SCM podcast will be back in…
…
continue reading
In this episode William speaks with Rev. Dr. Craig Gardiner about his book Melodies of a New Monasticism: Bonhoeffer's Vision, Iona's Witness. They discuss Christian community, the active and contemplative Christian life and Bonhoeffer's idea of polyphony as a metaphor for Christology and Christian community. You can purchase Melodies of a New Mona…
…
continue reading
In this episode our Faith in Action worker William is joined by Chris Manktelow from the Young Christian Climate Network. They discuss why Christians should take part in climate activism, some of YCCNs past campaigns and how Bonhoeffer's theology and life can inform climate activism. You can find more about YCCN or get involved in continuing their …
…
continue reading
This is the second episode recorded for the purpose of reflection, meditation and personal prayer. In this episode William reflects on Bonhoeffer's concept of the Cost of Discipleship. Find a comfortable space, put your headphones in, and join us for a time of reflection today. Connect with us on: Instagram X TikTok Facebook…
…
continue reading
In this episode our Faith in Action worker, William, speaks with the Rev. Dr. Jennifer McBride. Jennifer is the associate rector of formation at All Saints' Episcopal Church in Atlanta and the President of the International Bonhoeffer Society. Today we discuss her book Church for the World: A Theology of Public Witness. In the book, Jennifer argues…
…
continue reading
In this bonus episode Naomi Nixon, SCM’s CEO, talks about the upcoming session of the General Synod of the Church of England. Prayers of Love and Faith, which are essentially proposed blessings for same sex marriages, are on the agenda and Naomi and William try to navigate the choppy waters of how the CofE is approaching these discussions. We also …
…
continue reading
In this episode our Faith in Action workers, William Gibson and Phoebe Edmonds discuss their first day employed by SCM, where they took part in a peace pilgrimage to protest the DSEI arms fair. Phoebe shares about what faith in action means to her, as well as discussing the significance of pilgrimage as a form or protest, the importance of communit…
…
continue reading
Welcome to season 2 of the SCM Podcast. This is the first in a series of podcasts considering the life and theology of Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Throughout the season there will be three types of episodes: Theological, including discussions with scholars and theologians about Bonhoeffer. Activist, conversations with SCM members and Christian political a…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Black Lives Matter with Augustine Tanner-Ihm
1:03:39
1:03:39
Відтворити пізніше
Відтворити пізніше
Списки
Подобається
Подобається
1:03:39
Join us as we chat with Augustine Tanner-Ihm! Augustine grew up in Chicago, Illinois and has worked in Education, Human and Family Services, missions and Churches. He is currently a postgraduate theology student and ordinand at Cranmer Hall, St. John's College, Durham. He is also a 2020 Theology Slam finalist. Rob and Augustine chat about Black Liv…
…
continue reading
Join us as we chat with SCM's Convenor of General Council, Tom Packer-Stucki! Tom is a linguist, cat-lover and organiser of clip-art dogs (intrigued? So were we!) Emma and Tom chat about how Tom got involved with SCM, making a space on campus for Christians who don't fit into the usual mould, and how the author of Ecclesiastes got things spot on. *…
…
continue reading
Rob hangs out in the Pioneer Center in Kidderminster for a chat with this year's keynote speaker from Known by Name (SCM's 2020 National Gathering) the legendary Revd Kate Harford! We ask Kate about chaplaincy and the church, what inspired her to write her keynote talk, and some of her other inspirations! Tune in to find out more about the Metropol…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
An Interview with the CEO: Revd Naomi Nixon
1:06:05
1:06:05
Відтворити пізніше
Відтворити пізніше
Списки
Подобається
Подобається
1:06:05
Rob and Ruth sit down for a chat with SCM's shiny new CEO, Revd Naomi Nixon! Naomi is a self-professed trekkie, a feminist, and a priest in the Church of England. We ask Naomi how she's settling into the role as CEO, what she's most excited about in working for SCM, and why she applied in the first place, and then we put your (excellent) questions …
…
continue reading
This episode Emma and Rob speak to Siân Tredwell, President of Leeds Student Christian Movement, about the practicalities of leading an SCM group, how to handle handover when everyone leaves for a year abroad, and which kitchen utensil Rob would curate a museum exhibition around. It's a fun one!
…
continue reading
In this episode we are chatting with friend of the Podcast and former SCM Groups' Worker Lizzie! Rob and Lizzie talk about her work with the Birmingham Diocese Mission Apprentice scheme, Asset Based Community Development and the joy and struggles of community building. This podcast was recorded in the autumn of 2019.…
…
continue reading
In this episode we are chatting with friend of the Podcast and Co-founder of Space to Breathe Andy! Rob and Andy talk about looking after your mental health at uni and at christmas time, and partake in a fun little christmas music quiz. You can find out more about space to breathe at https://spacetobreatheuk.com/ and you can download the Wellbeings…
…
continue reading
In this episode we are chatting with friend of the Podcast and SCM member Alex! Emma and Alex talk identity, being a trans person of faith and why diversity is so important to the church. You can buy Alex's new book, "Transgender. Christian. Human." here: https://www.ionabooks.com/transgender-christian-human.html?fbclid=IwAR3MLOVz1iSe10Bj3uzp2_to4C…
…
continue reading
In this episode of the podcast we are chatting with one of SCM's brilliant General Council members; Feylyn! Rob and Feylyn talk Black History, BAME Heroes and what can we do to give voice to people who often are not heard.
…
continue reading
In this episode of the podcast we are chatting with the Convener of SCM's General Council; Tristan. Rob and Tristan talk GC, uni struggles and why Mary mother of Jesus is a badass.
…
continue reading
Welcome to the SCM podcast, this is a pilot episode and we will be looking to improve on everything! But if you enjoyed us talking about SCM and our uni experiences let us know! #SCMPod (apologies for the slight discrepancy with the audio levels, we will look to fix this in the future)
…
continue reading