http://www.odeo.com/channels/5407-Spirit-of-Things-The no The Spirit of Things is an adventure into religion and spirituality. It explores contemporary values and beliefs as expressed through ritual, art, music, and sacred texts. The Spirit of Things is an adventure into religion and spirituality. It explores contemporary values and beliefs as expressed through ritual, art, music, and sacred texts. The Spirit of Things is an adventure into religion and spirituality. It explores contemporary values and beliefs as expressed through ritual, art, music, and sacred texts. en 40 Sat, 12 Dec 2009 06:00:00 -0800 Sat, 12 Dec 2009 06:00:00 -0800 Spirituality http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25530114-2009-12-13-Sarah-and-Hagar-A-Tale-of-Two-Women In the Bible, Sarah is the matriarch of the Jewish people, while Hagar became the matriarch of the Arab peoples. Their relationship would be an object lesson for the Jewish and Muslim commentators as well as for St Paul. Three feminist interpretations, by Rebecca Forgasz, Rachel Woodlock, and Coralie Ling bring together the Jewish, Muslim and Christian responses to a story filled with emotional, ethical and political implications. From the Parliament of the World's Religions in Melbourne. In the Bible, Sarah is the matriarch of the Jewish people, while Hagar became the matriarch of the Arab peoples. Their relationship would be an object lesson for the Jewish and Muslim commentators as well as for St Paul. Three feminist interpretations, by Rebecca Forgasz, Rachel Woodlock, and Coralie Ling bring together the Jewish, Muslim and Christian responses to a story filled with emotional, ethical and political implications. From the Parliament of the World's Religions in Melbourne. In the Bible, Sarah is the matriarch of the Jewish people, while Hagar became the matriarch of the Arab peoples. Their relationship would be an object lesson for the Jewish and Muslim commentators as well as for St Paul. Three feminist interpretations, by Rebecca Forgasz, Rachel Woodlock, and Coralie Ling bring together the Jewish, Muslim and Christian responses to a story filled with emotional, ethical and political implications. From the Parliament of the World's Religions in Melbourne. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-12,25530114 Sat, 12 Dec 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25540287-2009-12-13-Sarah-and-Hagar-A-Tale-of-Two-Women-UPDATED In the Bible, Sarah is the matriarch of the Jewish people, while Hagar became the matriarch of the Arab peoples. Their relationship would be an object lesson for the Jewish and Muslim commentators as well as for St Paul. Three feminist interpretations, by Rebecca Forgasz, Rachel Woodlock, and Coralie Ling bring together the Jewish, Muslim and Christian responses to a story filled with emotional, ethical and political implications. From the Parliament of the World's Religions in Melbourne. In the Bible, Sarah is the matriarch of the Jewish people, while Hagar became the matriarch of the Arab peoples. Their relationship would be an object lesson for the Jewish and Muslim commentators as well as for St Paul. Three feminist interpretations, by Rebecca Forgasz, Rachel Woodlock, and Coralie Ling bring together the Jewish, Muslim and Christian responses to a story filled with emotional, ethical and political implications. From the Parliament of the World's Religions in Melbourne. In the Bible, Sarah is the matriarch of the Jewish people, while Hagar became the matriarch of the Arab peoples. Their relationship would be an object lesson for the Jewish and Muslim commentators as well as for St Paul. Three feminist interpretations, by Rebecca Forgasz, Rachel Woodlock, and Coralie Ling bring together the Jewish, Muslim and Christian responses to a story filled with emotional, ethical and political implications. From the Parliament of the World's Religions in Melbourne. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-12,25540287 Sat, 12 Dec 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25498765-2009-12-06-Seven-Deadly-Sins-Sloth Of all the sins, is Sloth the one we have lost? Why did the West become a slave to work, and what is it doing to our children? Maggie Hamilton, author of What's Happening to Our Girls?, joins with theologian Matthew Del Nevo, and James Cook University lecturer Mervyn Bendle, in a discussion on what are the spiritual consequences of Sloth. And in Brisbane, playwright Michael Gow reflects on Sloth and writer´s block. Of all the sins, is Sloth the one we have lost? Why did the West become a slave to work, and what is it doing to our children? Maggie Hamilton, author of What's Happening to Our Girls?, joins with theologian Matthew Del Nevo, and James Cook University lecturer Mervyn Bendle, in a discussion on what are the spiritual consequences of Sloth. And in Brisbane, playwright Michael Gow reflects on Sloth and writer´s block. Of all the sins, is Sloth the one we have lost? Why did the West become a slave to work, and what is it doing to our children? Maggie Hamilton, author of What's Happening to Our Girls?, joins with theologian Matthew Del Nevo, and James Cook University lecturer Mervyn Bendle, in a discussion on what are the spiritual consequences of Sloth. And in Brisbane, playwright Michael Gow reflects on Sloth and writer´s block. tag:odeo.com,2009-12-05,25498765 Sat, 05 Dec 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25461247-2009-11-29-The-Emergent-Church It´s not a roadmap to Heaven, it´s a manual for repairing the world. It´s not about preserving the structures of the Church but about staying to true to the message of Jesus. The Emergent Church is promoted by Brian McLaren whom Time magazine identified as one of America´s top 25 Evangelicals. He was in Australia recently and he shares his vision that `everything must change´ with Rachael Kohn. It´s not a roadmap to Heaven, it´s a manual for repairing the world. It´s not about preserving the structures of the Church but about staying to true to the message of Jesus. The Emergent Church is promoted by Brian McLaren whom Time magazine identified as one of America´s top 25 Evangelicals. He was in Australia recently and he shares his vision that `everything must change´ with Rachael Kohn. It´s not a roadmap to Heaven, it´s a manual for repairing the world. It´s not about preserving the structures of the Church but about staying to true to the message of Jesus. The Emergent Church is promoted by Brian McLaren whom Time magazine identified as one of America´s top 25 Evangelicals. He was in Australia recently and he shares his vision that `everything must change´ with Rachael Kohn. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-28,25461247 Sat, 28 Nov 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25461248-2009-11-22-The-Larger-God-of-Nature Charles Darwin´s publication of On the Origin of Species 150 years ago is not a barrier to belief but an invitation to see God as larger than previously imagined. So says Dr. Nancy Howell, Co-Chair of the Theology and Science Group of the American Academy of Religion. Science is hegemonic today, but it is not capable of measuring a God that is only known to us as analogy, says Dr. Martinez Hewlett, a theistic evolutionist and a cellular biologist at the University of Arizona. The idea of the Cosmic Christ, says Fr. Jacques Arnould who works for the French Space Agency, anticipates modern cosmology. Charles Darwin´s publication of On the Origin of Species 150 years ago is not a barrier to belief but an invitation to see God as larger than previously imagined. So says Dr. Nancy Howell, Co-Chair of the Theology and Science Group of the American Academy of Religion. Science is hegemonic today, but it is not capable of measuring a God that is only known to us as analogy, says Dr. Martinez Hewlett, a theistic evolutionist and a cellular biologist at the University of Arizona. The idea of the Cosmic Christ, says Fr. Jacques Arnould who works for the French Space Agency, anticipates modern cosmology. Charles Darwin´s publication of On the Origin of Species 150 years ago is not a barrier to belief but an invitation to see God as larger than previously imagined. So says Dr. Nancy Howell, Co-Chair of the Theology and Science Group of the American Academy of Religion. Science is hegemonic today, but it is not capable of measuring a God that is only known to us as analogy, says Dr. Martinez Hewlett, a theistic evolutionist and a cellular biologist at the University of Arizona. The idea of the Cosmic Christ, says Fr. Jacques Arnould who works for the French Space Agency, anticipates modern cosmology. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-21,25461248 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25461249-2009-11-15-Charles-Darwin-the-Body-and-the-Soul When Charles Darwin wrote his Origin of Species, published 150 years ago this month, some Anglicans had made peace with the evolution of the body. But as Pulitzer Prize-winning Darwin historian, Edward Larson, points out it was the soul they were concerned about. Darwin´s great, great grandson, Christopher Darwin, tells the story of his grandfather´s religious journey and his own, while Maggie Walter of the University of Tasmania speaks of the impact of social Darwinism on her great great grandmother, a Trawlwoolway woman. When Charles Darwin wrote his Origin of Species, published 150 years ago this month, some Anglicans had made peace with the evolution of the body. But as Pulitzer Prize-winning Darwin historian, Edward Larson, points out it was the soul they were concerned about. Darwin´s great, great grandson, Christopher Darwin, tells the story of his grandfather´s religious journey and his own, while Maggie Walter of the University of Tasmania speaks of the impact of social Darwinism on her great great grandmother, a Trawlwoolway woman. When Charles Darwin wrote his Origin of Species, published 150 years ago this month, some Anglicans had made peace with the evolution of the body. But as Pulitzer Prize-winning Darwin historian, Edward Larson, points out it was the soul they were concerned about. Darwin´s great, great grandson, Christopher Darwin, tells the story of his grandfather´s religious journey and his own, while Maggie Walter of the University of Tasmania speaks of the impact of social Darwinism on her great great grandmother, a Trawlwoolway woman. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-14,25461249 Sat, 14 Nov 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25420431-2009-11-08-Meditation-Falling-Awake Dr Jon Kabat-Zinn knows that meditation is natural but not easy to master, exotic yet essential to healthful living. He is the founding director of the Stress Reduction Clinic at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, which is celebrating its 30th year. Brother Satyananda came to yoga and meditation to sort himself out and after 35 years as a monk in the Self Realisation Fellowship, he lectures worldwide on the benefits of yoga meditation. Dr Jon Kabat-Zinn knows that meditation is natural but not easy to master, exotic yet essential to healthful living. He is the founding director of the Stress Reduction Clinic at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, which is celebrating its 30th year. Brother Satyananda came to yoga and meditation to sort himself out and after 35 years as a monk in the Self Realisation Fellowship, he lectures worldwide on the benefits of yoga meditation. Dr Jon Kabat-Zinn knows that meditation is natural but not easy to master, exotic yet essential to healthful living. He is the founding director of the Stress Reduction Clinic at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, which is celebrating its 30th year. Brother Satyananda came to yoga and meditation to sort himself out and after 35 years as a monk in the Self Realisation Fellowship, he lectures worldwide on the benefits of yoga meditation. tag:odeo.com,2009-11-07,25420431 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25397413-2009-11-01-Seven-Deadly-Sins-Envy If you´ve ever been green with envy then this is the program for you. Envy is the latest sin to come under the microscope in our Seven Deadly Sins series. If you´ve ever been green with envy then this is the program for you. Envy is the latest sin to come under the microscope in our Seven Deadly Sins series. If you´ve ever been green with envy then this is the program for you. Envy is the latest sin to come under the microscope in our Seven Deadly Sins series. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-31,25397413 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25368115-2009-10-25-Cyberspirituality Spiritual surfing on the internet is bigger than Ben Hur and it's changing the way religion is created, delivered and experienced. Heidi Campbell of Texas A & M University is an expert on web religion and her new book and blog share the title, When Religion Meets New Media. Julie Hamilton is the founder and editor-in-chief of Omigoddess!, the newest spiritual website in Australia designed specifically for women. Spiritual surfing on the internet is bigger than Ben Hur and it's changing the way religion is created, delivered and experienced. Heidi Campbell of Texas A & M University is an expert on web religion and her new book and blog share the title, When Religion Meets New Media. Julie Hamilton is the founder and editor-in-chief of Omigoddess!, the newest spiritual website in Australia designed specifically for women. Spiritual surfing on the internet is bigger than Ben Hur and it's changing the way religion is created, delivered and experienced. Heidi Campbell of Texas A & M University is an expert on web religion and her new book and blog share the title, When Religion Meets New Media. Julie Hamilton is the founder and editor-in-chief of Omigoddess!, the newest spiritual website in Australia designed specifically for women. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-24,25368115 Sat, 24 Oct 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25316104-2009-10-18-Human-Rights-and-Religion-UPDATED Just over 60 years ago the Universal Declaration of Human Rights asserted the freedom of conscience and religion. But its impact is debatable. Robert Blitt, an expert on international covenants at the University of Tennessee, examines the value of the UDHR and subsequent human rights instruments, such as the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, and the Cairo Declaration. Just over 60 years ago the Universal Declaration of Human Rights asserted the freedom of conscience and religion. But its impact is debatable. Robert Blitt, an expert on international covenants at the University of Tennessee, examines the value of the UDHR and subsequent human rights instruments, such as the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, and the Cairo Declaration. Just over 60 years ago the Universal Declaration of Human Rights asserted the freedom of conscience and religion. But its impact is debatable. Robert Blitt, an expert on international covenants at the University of Tennessee, examines the value of the UDHR and subsequent human rights instruments, such as the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, and the Cairo Declaration. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-17,25316104 Sat, 17 Oct 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25306692-2009-10-18-Human-Rights-and-Religion Just over 60 years ago the Universal Declaration of Human Rights asserted the freedom of conscience and religion. But its impact is debatable. Robert Blitt, an expert on international covenants at the University of Tennessee, examines the value of the UDHR and subsequent human rights instruments, such as the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, and the Cairo Declaration. Just over 60 years ago the Universal Declaration of Human Rights asserted the freedom of conscience and religion. But its impact is debatable. Robert Blitt, an expert on international covenants at the University of Tennessee, examines the value of the UDHR and subsequent human rights instruments, such as the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, and the Cairo Declaration. Just over 60 years ago the Universal Declaration of Human Rights asserted the freedom of conscience and religion. But its impact is debatable. Robert Blitt, an expert on international covenants at the University of Tennessee, examines the value of the UDHR and subsequent human rights instruments, such as the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, and the Cairo Declaration. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-17,25306692 Sat, 17 Oct 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25268044-2009-10-11-The-Priest-the-Monk-and-the-Yogi On one church property in Melbourne, a Catholic priest, Dr John Dupuche, a Tibetan monk, Venerable Lobsang Tendar, and a Yoga Teacher and sleep research scientist, Swami Samnyasanand (Philip Stevens), live together, following their own traditions, teaching in their expertise, and promoting the possibility of interfaith community. Why they have decided to live together while keeping their traditions and practices distinct is discussed over a meal of Tibetan Momas, salad and cheesecake. On one church property in Melbourne, a Catholic priest, Dr John Dupuche, a Tibetan monk, Venerable Lobsang Tendar, and a Yoga Teacher and sleep research scientist, Swami Samnyasanand (Philip Stevens), live together, following their own traditions, teaching in their expertise, and promoting the possibility of interfaith community. Why they have decided to live together while keeping their traditions and practices distinct is discussed over a meal of Tibetan Momas, salad and cheesecake. On one church property in Melbourne, a Catholic priest, Dr John Dupuche, a Tibetan monk, Venerable Lobsang Tendar, and a Yoga Teacher and sleep research scientist, Swami Samnyasanand (Philip Stevens), live together, following their own traditions, teaching in their expertise, and promoting the possibility of interfaith community. Why they have decided to live together while keeping their traditions and practices distinct is discussed over a meal of Tibetan Momas, salad and cheesecake. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-10,25268044 Sat, 10 Oct 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25238434-2009-10-04-Seven-Deadly-Sins-Pride `Pride comes before a fall´ is the ancient warning to all who are tempted to boast, but how much do we believe this in a culture that encourages self esteem and panders to celebrities? Religious pride has often caused war, and yet national and race pride is increasingly seen as politically desirable. Australian music legend Jimmy Barnes reflects on the idea of Pride, while author Rev´d Steven Ogden, interfaith minister Stephanie Dowrick, and Senior Chaplain at RMIT Dr Ruwan Palapathwala discuss how to live with the "P" word. `Pride comes before a fall´ is the ancient warning to all who are tempted to boast, but how much do we believe this in a culture that encourages self esteem and panders to celebrities? Religious pride has often caused war, and yet national and race pride is increasingly seen as politically desirable. Australian music legend Jimmy Barnes reflects on the idea of Pride, while author Rev´d Steven Ogden, interfaith minister Stephanie Dowrick, and Senior Chaplain at RMIT Dr Ruwan Palapathwala discuss how to live with the "P" word. `Pride comes before a fall´ is the ancient warning to all who are tempted to boast, but how much do we believe this in a culture that encourages self esteem and panders to celebrities? Religious pride has often caused war, and yet national and race pride is increasingly seen as politically desirable. Australian music legend Jimmy Barnes reflects on the idea of Pride, while author Rev´d Steven Ogden, interfaith minister Stephanie Dowrick, and Senior Chaplain at RMIT Dr Ruwan Palapathwala discuss how to live with the "P" word. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-03,25238434 Sat, 03 Oct 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25194085-2009-09-27-Sensing-God How does God smell, taste and feel? Roger Ferlo wants to rescue Christian faith from a purely intellectual experience and bring back the earthy dimension of the Bible. As the former vicar of St Luke in the Fields Episcopal Church in West Greenwich Village, New York, he was at the forefront of the Church´s response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Also due to popular demand (it's true) is more of our recent discussion on Heaven with the Rev´d Roger Ferlo, Lillian Holt and Rabbi Fred Morgan. How does God smell, taste and feel? Roger Ferlo wants to rescue Christian faith from a purely intellectual experience and bring back the earthy dimension of the Bible. As the former vicar of St Luke in the Fields Episcopal Church in West Greenwich Village, New York, he was at the forefront of the Church´s response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Also due to popular demand (it's true) is more of our recent discussion on Heaven with the Rev´d Roger Ferlo, Lillian Holt and Rabbi Fred Morgan. How does God smell, taste and feel? Roger Ferlo wants to rescue Christian faith from a purely intellectual experience and bring back the earthy dimension of the Bible. As the former vicar of St Luke in the Fields Episcopal Church in West Greenwich Village, New York, he was at the forefront of the Church´s response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Also due to popular demand (it's true) is more of our recent discussion on Heaven with the Rev´d Roger Ferlo, Lillian Holt and Rabbi Fred Morgan. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-26,25194085 Sat, 26 Sep 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25154458-2009-09-20-Logos-or-Logo In Christian tradition, Jesus Christ is The Logos, The Word. But he´s now about to become the logo of the biggest marketing campaign ever seen in Australia, called Jesus. All About Life. Daniel Willis of the Bible Society NSW, and Sharon Williams of Taurus Marketing, are co-ordinating a media blitz that aims to revive Jesus´ popularity with the public. But how will the campaign address the requirement of Christians to change the world for the better? As well, speaking from Montreal in Canada, is Shirley Steinberg of McGill University. An arch critic of consumerism, she explains the term 'Christotainment' with reference to her collection of talking Jesus dolls. In Christian tradition, Jesus Christ is The Logos, The Word. But he´s now about to become the logo of the biggest marketing campaign ever seen in Australia, called Jesus. All About Life. Daniel Willis of the Bible Society NSW, and Sharon Williams of Taurus Marketing, are co-ordinating a media blitz that aims to revive Jesus´ popularity with the public. But how will the campaign address the requirement of Christians to change the world for the better? As well, speaking from Montreal in Canada, is Shirley Steinberg of McGill University. An arch critic of consumerism, she explains the term 'Christotainment' with reference to her collection of talking Jesus dolls. In Christian tradition, Jesus Christ is The Logos, The Word. But he´s now about to become the logo of the biggest marketing campaign ever seen in Australia, called Jesus. All About Life. Daniel Willis of the Bible Society NSW, and Sharon Williams of Taurus Marketing, are co-ordinating a media blitz that aims to revive Jesus´ popularity with the public. But how will the campaign address the requirement of Christians to change the world for the better? As well, speaking from Montreal in Canada, is Shirley Steinberg of McGill University. An arch critic of consumerism, she explains the term 'Christotainment' with reference to her collection of talking Jesus dolls. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-19,25154458 Sat, 19 Sep 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25118025-2009-09-13-Stairway-to-Heaven Stairways, ladders, tunnels or rainbows: the way to heaven has been imagined since the beginning of time, and for some who´ve nearly died it´s been experienced. But for others, heaven isn´t a place so much as a state of mind or a state of soul. St John´s Anglican Church in East Malvern, Melbourne, is the venue for a discussion on heaven with guests, the Rev Dr Roger Ferlo of Virginia Theological Seminary, Indigenous writer Lillian Holt, and Senior Rabbi of Melbourne's Temple Beth Israel, Fred Morgan. Stairways, ladders, tunnels or rainbows: the way to heaven has been imagined since the beginning of time, and for some who´ve nearly died it´s been experienced. But for others, heaven isn´t a place so much as a state of mind or a state of soul. St John´s Anglican Church in East Malvern, Melbourne, is the venue for a discussion on heaven with guests, the Rev Dr Roger Ferlo of Virginia Theological Seminary, Indigenous writer Lillian Holt, and Senior Rabbi of Melbourne's Temple Beth Israel, Fred Morgan. Stairways, ladders, tunnels or rainbows: the way to heaven has been imagined since the beginning of time, and for some who´ve nearly died it´s been experienced. But for others, heaven isn´t a place so much as a state of mind or a state of soul. St John´s Anglican Church in East Malvern, Melbourne, is the venue for a discussion on heaven with guests, the Rev Dr Roger Ferlo of Virginia Theological Seminary, Indigenous writer Lillian Holt, and Senior Rabbi of Melbourne's Temple Beth Israel, Fred Morgan. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-12,25118025 Sat, 12 Sep 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25080483-2009-09-06-Seven-Deadly-Sins-Gluttony Eating delicious food is a universal indulgence that delivers an instant high and seems relatively harmless, except that it is killing us. Is that why religions usually treat food with special care and even reverence? To discuss the morality of munching, Rachael Kohn joins Zen Roshi and doctor, Jan Chozen Bays, Rabbi Jeremy Lawrence of Sydney and Rebecca Huntley, author of Eating Between the Lines, on Australian eating habits. Eating delicious food is a universal indulgence that delivers an instant high and seems relatively harmless, except that it is killing us. Is that why religions usually treat food with special care and even reverence? To discuss the morality of munching, Rachael Kohn joins Zen Roshi and doctor, Jan Chozen Bays, Rabbi Jeremy Lawrence of Sydney and Rebecca Huntley, author of Eating Between the Lines, on Australian eating habits. Eating delicious food is a universal indulgence that delivers an instant high and seems relatively harmless, except that it is killing us. Is that why religions usually treat food with special care and even reverence? To discuss the morality of munching, Rachael Kohn joins Zen Roshi and doctor, Jan Chozen Bays, Rabbi Jeremy Lawrence of Sydney and Rebecca Huntley, author of Eating Between the Lines, on Australian eating habits. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-05,25080483 Sat, 05 Sep 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25044695-2009-08-30-Jews-Christians-and-Muslims-in-Israel Three Abrahamic traditions and communities co-exist in Israel, and their record of co-operation is due in no small measure to the efforts of the Interreligious Co-ordinating Council of Israel, comprising 75 Christian, Palestinian/Muslim and Jewish institutions. President of the ICCI, Muslim, Issa Jaber, Christian, Rula Shubeita and Jew, Deborah Weissman, are in Australia to discuss their vision and projects for peace. Three Abrahamic traditions and communities co-exist in Israel, and their record of co-operation is due in no small measure to the efforts of the Interreligious Co-ordinating Council of Israel, comprising 75 Christian, Palestinian/Muslim and Jewish institutions. President of the ICCI, Muslim, Issa Jaber, Christian, Rula Shubeita and Jew, Deborah Weissman, are in Australia to discuss their vision and projects for peace. Three Abrahamic traditions and communities co-exist in Israel, and their record of co-operation is due in no small measure to the efforts of the Interreligious Co-ordinating Council of Israel, comprising 75 Christian, Palestinian/Muslim and Jewish institutions. President of the ICCI, Muslim, Issa Jaber, Christian, Rula Shubeita and Jew, Deborah Weissman, are in Australia to discuss their vision and projects for peace. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-29,25044695 Sat, 29 Aug 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/25007627-2009-08-23-Freedom-of-Religion-and-a-Bill-of-Rights Is the Constitution sufficient to guarantee religious freedom or does the advent of terrorism, homosexuality and feminism require greater protections for specific groups in a changed environment? Rachael Kohn discusses the pros and cons of a proposed Bill of Rights with Elder Terence Vinson, Roman Catholic Archbishop Mark Coleridge, Solicitor Ian Lacey, Dr. Ameer Ali and South Australian MP, Kris Hanna, at a conference on Freedom of Religion Under a Proposed Bill of Rights held recently in Canberra. Is the Constitution sufficient to guarantee religious freedom or does the advent of terrorism, homosexuality and feminism require greater protections for specific groups in a changed environment? Rachael Kohn discusses the pros and cons of a proposed Bill of Rights with Elder Terence Vinson, Roman Catholic Archbishop Mark Coleridge, Solicitor Ian Lacey, Dr. Ameer Ali and South Australian MP, Kris Hanna, at a conference on Freedom of Religion Under a Proposed Bill of Rights held recently in Canberra. Is the Constitution sufficient to guarantee religious freedom or does the advent of terrorism, homosexuality and feminism require greater protections for specific groups in a changed environment? Rachael Kohn discusses the pros and cons of a proposed Bill of Rights with Elder Terence Vinson, Roman Catholic Archbishop Mark Coleridge, Solicitor Ian Lacey, Dr. Ameer Ali and South Australian MP, Kris Hanna, at a conference on Freedom of Religion Under a Proposed Bill of Rights held recently in Canberra. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-22,25007627 Sat, 22 Aug 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24969754-2009-08-16-Harpur%C2%B4s-Heaven-and-Hell-and-the-Cosmos Tom Harpur is Canada´s best known religion journalist who went from being an Anglican priest with a famous radio show, Harpur´s Heaven and Hell, to being an advocate of a cosmic spirituality which denies the supremacy of Christianity. The author of The Pagan Christ which became a TV documentary, and a number of books on spirituality, Tom Harpur speaks to Rachael Kohn in Toronto. Tom Harpur is Canada´s best known religion journalist who went from being an Anglican priest with a famous radio show, Harpur´s Heaven and Hell, to being an advocate of a cosmic spirituality which denies the supremacy of Christianity. The author of The Pagan Christ which became a TV documentary, and a number of books on spirituality, Tom Harpur speaks to Rachael Kohn in Toronto. Tom Harpur is Canada´s best known religion journalist who went from being an Anglican priest with a famous radio show, Harpur´s Heaven and Hell, to being an advocate of a cosmic spirituality which denies the supremacy of Christianity. The author of The Pagan Christ which became a TV documentary, and a number of books on spirituality, Tom Harpur speaks to Rachael Kohn in Toronto. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-15,24969754 Sat, 15 Aug 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24934598-2009-08-09-The-Saint-and-the-Prophet-s-Daughter On the centenary of her death, Mary MacKillop, in line to be Australia´s first Catholic Saint, is the subject of a new play touring Australia. At the Centre of Light is written and directed by Rosemary Johns who explains the fascination with Mary beyond the Catholic community. Celebrating 75 years in Australia, the Baha'is are focusing their attention on the daughter of their prophet Bahaullah. Bahiyyih Khanum, known as "the Supreme Leaf" became the functioning head of the movement in her mid-40s and Janet Khan, of the Bahai World Centre in Haifa, Israel, has written her biography. On the centenary of her death, Mary MacKillop, in line to be Australia´s first Catholic Saint, is the subject of a new play touring Australia. At the Centre of Light is written and directed by Rosemary Johns who explains the fascination with Mary beyond the Catholic community. Celebrating 75 years in Australia, the Baha'is are focusing their attention on the daughter of their prophet Bahaullah. Bahiyyih Khanum, known as "the Supreme Leaf" became the functioning head of the movement in her mid-40s and Janet Khan, of the Bahai World Centre in Haifa, Israel, has written her biography. On the centenary of her death, Mary MacKillop, in line to be Australia´s first Catholic Saint, is the subject of a new play touring Australia. At the Centre of Light is written and directed by Rosemary Johns who explains the fascination with Mary beyond the Catholic community. Celebrating 75 years in Australia, the Baha'is are focusing their attention on the daughter of their prophet Bahaullah. Bahiyyih Khanum, known as "the Supreme Leaf" became the functioning head of the movement in her mid-40s and Janet Khan, of the Bahai World Centre in Haifa, Israel, has written her biography. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-08,24934598 Sat, 08 Aug 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24899484-2009-08-02-Seven-Deadly-Sins-Anger The Roman philosopher Seneca called it "the most hideous and frenzied of emotions," but can we live without it? Cambridge philosopher Simon Blackburn spars with Buddhist nun Robina Courtin on the necessity for anger, while forensic psychiatrist Robert Kaplan says the righteous indignation of the Biblical prophet Ezekiel was downright pathological. We also hear from an ex-prison inmate who´s still working on anger management. The Roman philosopher Seneca called it "the most hideous and frenzied of emotions," but can we live without it? Cambridge philosopher Simon Blackburn spars with Buddhist nun Robina Courtin on the necessity for anger, while forensic psychiatrist Robert Kaplan says the righteous indignation of the Biblical prophet Ezekiel was downright pathological. We also hear from an ex-prison inmate who´s still working on anger management. The Roman philosopher Seneca called it "the most hideous and frenzied of emotions," but can we live without it? Cambridge philosopher Simon Blackburn spars with Buddhist nun Robina Courtin on the necessity for anger, while forensic psychiatrist Robert Kaplan says the righteous indignation of the Biblical prophet Ezekiel was downright pathological. We also hear from an ex-prison inmate who´s still working on anger management. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-01,24899484 Sat, 01 Aug 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24865431-2009-07-26-Interfaith-Education Private schools in Australia are often dubbed 'ghettos' but Catholic educator and researcher Kath Engebretson has developed an acclaimed method of teaching students how to understand other faiths. Joining her is Professor of Religious Studies at the Victoria University of Wellington, Paul Morris, who discusses the study of religion at university level. Private schools in Australia are often dubbed 'ghettos' but Catholic educator and researcher Kath Engebretson has developed an acclaimed method of teaching students how to understand other faiths. Joining her is Professor of Religious Studies at the Victoria University of Wellington, Paul Morris, who discusses the study of religion at university level. Private schools in Australia are often dubbed 'ghettos' but Catholic educator and researcher Kath Engebretson has developed an acclaimed method of teaching students how to understand other faiths. Joining her is Professor of Religious Studies at the Victoria University of Wellington, Paul Morris, who discusses the study of religion at university level. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-25,24865431 Sat, 25 Jul 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24829285-2009-07-19-From-Lifestyle-to-Deathstyle Baby Boomers invented 'the lifestyle choice' but now they´re choosing a death style, the natural way of death. Zenith Virago, co-author of The Intimacy of Death and Dying, has established the Natural Death Centre in Byron Bay based on an English model, and set up a natural burial ground in Lismore, in northern NSW. Grief can be a debilitating emotion, but voice empowerment coach Ganga (Karen) Ashworth uses voice training to ease the process. Baby Boomers invented 'the lifestyle choice' but now they´re choosing a death style, the natural way of death. Zenith Virago, co-author of The Intimacy of Death and Dying, has established the Natural Death Centre in Byron Bay based on an English model, and set up a natural burial ground in Lismore, in northern NSW. Grief can be a debilitating emotion, but voice empowerment coach Ganga (Karen) Ashworth uses voice training to ease the process. Baby Boomers invented 'the lifestyle choice' but now they´re choosing a death style, the natural way of death. Zenith Virago, co-author of The Intimacy of Death and Dying, has established the Natural Death Centre in Byron Bay based on an English model, and set up a natural burial ground in Lismore, in northern NSW. Grief can be a debilitating emotion, but voice empowerment coach Ganga (Karen) Ashworth uses voice training to ease the process. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-18,24829285 Sat, 18 Jul 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24785723-2009-07-12-John-Calvin Born 500 years ago, the second greatest Protestant reformer of the Christian Church unleashed an iconoclastic movement that removed `dead images´ from the Church. But Calvin scholar Randall Zachman ('Image and Word in the Theology of John Calvin') reconsiders Calvin´s legacy to truth and beauty. Duncan Stroik, an ecclesiastical architect, says modern architecture owes much to Calvin. Both speak to Rachael Kohn from Notre Dame University in Indiana. Born 500 years ago, the second greatest Protestant reformer of the Christian Church unleashed an iconoclastic movement that removed `dead images´ from the Church. But Calvin scholar Randall Zachman ('Image and Word in the Theology of John Calvin') reconsiders Calvin´s legacy to truth and beauty. Duncan Stroik, an ecclesiastical architect, says modern architecture owes much to Calvin. Both speak to Rachael Kohn from Notre Dame University in Indiana. Born 500 years ago, the second greatest Protestant reformer of the Christian Church unleashed an iconoclastic movement that removed `dead images´ from the Church. But Calvin scholar Randall Zachman ('Image and Word in the Theology of John Calvin') reconsiders Calvin´s legacy to truth and beauty. Duncan Stroik, an ecclesiastical architect, says modern architecture owes much to Calvin. Both speak to Rachael Kohn from Notre Dame University in Indiana. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-11,24785723 Sat, 11 Jul 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24798695-2009-07-12-John-Calvin-UPDATED Born 500 years ago, the second greatest Protestant reformer of the Christian Church unleashed an iconoclastic movement that removed `dead images´ from the Church. But Calvin scholar Randall Zachman ('Image and Word in the Theology of John Calvin') reconsiders Calvin´s legacy to truth and beauty. Duncan Stroik, an ecclesiastical architect, says modern architecture owes much to Calvin. Both speak to Rachael Kohn from Notre Dame University in Indiana. Born 500 years ago, the second greatest Protestant reformer of the Christian Church unleashed an iconoclastic movement that removed `dead images´ from the Church. But Calvin scholar Randall Zachman ('Image and Word in the Theology of John Calvin') reconsiders Calvin´s legacy to truth and beauty. Duncan Stroik, an ecclesiastical architect, says modern architecture owes much to Calvin. Both speak to Rachael Kohn from Notre Dame University in Indiana. Born 500 years ago, the second greatest Protestant reformer of the Christian Church unleashed an iconoclastic movement that removed `dead images´ from the Church. But Calvin scholar Randall Zachman ('Image and Word in the Theology of John Calvin') reconsiders Calvin´s legacy to truth and beauty. Duncan Stroik, an ecclesiastical architect, says modern architecture owes much to Calvin. Both speak to Rachael Kohn from Notre Dame University in Indiana. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-11,24798695 Sat, 11 Jul 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24752898-2009-07-05-Seven-Deadly-Sins-Greed The economic crash is widely blamed on the greed of a few but is it an abiding characteristic of being human? Or is it, as Catholic feminist theologian Tina Beattie claims, a male tendency? Economics Editor for The Sydney Morning Herald Ross Gittins provides an alternative explanation, while ethicist and New Testament scholar Brian Rosner looks to the ancient wisdom of the Bible for solutions to greed. As well, the CEO of WWF-Australia, Greg Bourne, talks about his decision to work for the environment. The economic crash is widely blamed on the greed of a few but is it an abiding characteristic of being human? Or is it, as Catholic feminist theologian Tina Beattie claims, a male tendency? Economics Editor for The Sydney Morning Herald Ross Gittins provides an alternative explanation, while ethicist and New Testament scholar Brian Rosner looks to the ancient wisdom of the Bible for solutions to greed. As well, the CEO of WWF-Australia, Greg Bourne, talks about his decision to work for the environment. The economic crash is widely blamed on the greed of a few but is it an abiding characteristic of being human? Or is it, as Catholic feminist theologian Tina Beattie claims, a male tendency? Economics Editor for The Sydney Morning Herald Ross Gittins provides an alternative explanation, while ethicist and New Testament scholar Brian Rosner looks to the ancient wisdom of the Bible for solutions to greed. As well, the CEO of WWF-Australia, Greg Bourne, talks about his decision to work for the environment. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-04,24752898 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24752899-2009-06-28-New-and-Newer-Religions-Unitarianism-and-Eckankar With roots in the 17th century, Unitarianism became an organised church movement in the 19th century rejecting the Trinity and following Jesus as a human model of exemplary character. Visiting American Unitarian minister, Rev Steve Wilson explains its highly inclusive beliefs. Eckankar, founded in 1965, is the religion of light and sound, which promotes the belief in soul travel and God as vibration, according to visiting teacher, Phil Morimitsu. With roots in the 17th century, Unitarianism became an organised church movement in the 19th century rejecting the Trinity and following Jesus as a human model of exemplary character. Visiting American Unitarian minister, Rev Steve Wilson explains its highly inclusive beliefs. Eckankar, founded in 1965, is the religion of light and sound, which promotes the belief in soul travel and God as vibration, according to visiting teacher, Phil Morimitsu. With roots in the 17th century, Unitarianism became an organised church movement in the 19th century rejecting the Trinity and following Jesus as a human model of exemplary character. Visiting American Unitarian minister, Rev Steve Wilson explains its highly inclusive beliefs. Eckankar, founded in 1965, is the religion of light and sound, which promotes the belief in soul travel and God as vibration, according to visiting teacher, Phil Morimitsu. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-27,24752899 Sat, 27 Jun 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24752900-2009-06-21-St-Francis-Still-Radical-After-All-These-Years Giving up his love of fine clothes and partying, St Francis chose a simple life, living close to nature and talking to wolves. Today, 800 years later, he´s inspired Brother Wayne to be a hermit in northern New South Wales. The life of St Francis has also encouraged the Franciscan Sister Ilia Delio´s commitment to science in partnership with religion. Giving up his love of fine clothes and partying, St Francis chose a simple life, living close to nature and talking to wolves. Today, 800 years later, he´s inspired Brother Wayne to be a hermit in northern New South Wales. The life of St Francis has also encouraged the Franciscan Sister Ilia Delio´s commitment to science in partnership with religion. Giving up his love of fine clothes and partying, St Francis chose a simple life, living close to nature and talking to wolves. Today, 800 years later, he´s inspired Brother Wayne to be a hermit in northern New South Wales. The life of St Francis has also encouraged the Franciscan Sister Ilia Delio´s commitment to science in partnership with religion. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-20,24752900 Sat, 20 Jun 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24703292-2009-06-14-Angels-Demons-and-the-Illuminati Science and religion are in a showdown when the evil sect of the Illuminati murder Cardinals in the Vatican and threaten to release "the God particle" over Rome. Richard Leonard, Director of the Australian Catholic Office for Film and Broadcasting, reviews the film version of Dan Brown´s novel Angels and Demons, and Professor of Religious Studies at the University of Denver, Carl Raschke, discusses the Illuminati. Science and religion are in a showdown when the evil sect of the Illuminati murder Cardinals in the Vatican and threaten to release "the God particle" over Rome. Richard Leonard, Director of the Australian Catholic Office for Film and Broadcasting, reviews the film version of Dan Brown´s novel Angels and Demons, and Professor of Religious Studies at the University of Denver, Carl Raschke, discusses the Illuminati. Science and religion are in a showdown when the evil sect of the Illuminati murder Cardinals in the Vatican and threaten to release "the God particle" over Rome. Richard Leonard, Director of the Australian Catholic Office for Film and Broadcasting, reviews the film version of Dan Brown´s novel Angels and Demons, and Professor of Religious Studies at the University of Denver, Carl Raschke, discusses the Illuminati. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-13,24703292 Sat, 13 Jun 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24662663-2009-06-07-Seven-Deadly-Sins-Lust Forbidden in the Bible and frowned and upon by the Stoic philosophers, does Lust still deserve to be classified as a capital sin? The former Bishop of Edinburgh, Richard Holloway who participated in a forced sexual encounter when he was young joins Australia´s renowned sexpert, Bettina Arndt and gay Catholic theologian Michael B Kelly to exchange views on Lust with Rachael Kohn. Plus, a true confession from a very lusty dame. Forbidden in the Bible and frowned and upon by the Stoic philosophers, does Lust still deserve to be classified as a capital sin? The former Bishop of Edinburgh, Richard Holloway who participated in a forced sexual encounter when he was young joins Australia´s renowned sexpert, Bettina Arndt and gay Catholic theologian Michael B Kelly to exchange views on Lust with Rachael Kohn. Plus, a true confession from a very lusty dame. Forbidden in the Bible and frowned and upon by the Stoic philosophers, does Lust still deserve to be classified as a capital sin? The former Bishop of Edinburgh, Richard Holloway who participated in a forced sexual encounter when he was young joins Australia´s renowned sexpert, Bettina Arndt and gay Catholic theologian Michael B Kelly to exchange views on Lust with Rachael Kohn. Plus, a true confession from a very lusty dame. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-06,24662663 Sat, 06 Jun 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24632541-2009-05-31-The-Future-of-Priests-and-Nuns What is the future of priests and nuns, given the frequent reports of systematic abuse of children in their care? Melbourne and Boston-based Maryanne Confoy RSC, author of Religious Life and Priesthood, examines the current state of priests, nuns and brothers fifty years after the commencement of Vatican II. And Fr David Ranson who teaches spirituality at the Catholic Institute of Sydney explains how he counsels priests in light of `the death of their profession´. What is the future of priests and nuns, given the frequent reports of systematic abuse of children in their care? Melbourne and Boston-based Maryanne Confoy RSC, author of Religious Life and Priesthood, examines the current state of priests, nuns and brothers fifty years after the commencement of Vatican II. And Fr David Ranson who teaches spirituality at the Catholic Institute of Sydney explains how he counsels priests in light of `the death of their profession´. What is the future of priests and nuns, given the frequent reports of systematic abuse of children in their care? Melbourne and Boston-based Maryanne Confoy RSC, author of Religious Life and Priesthood, examines the current state of priests, nuns and brothers fifty years after the commencement of Vatican II. And Fr David Ranson who teaches spirituality at the Catholic Institute of Sydney explains how he counsels priests in light of `the death of their profession´. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-30,24632541 Sat, 30 May 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24601992-2009-05-24-Yoga-and-Ayurveda Science and spirituality merge in today´s program, with Philip Stevens a.k.a. Swami Samnyasanand, who is a consultant Neurophysiologist and teacher of meditation at the Monash Medical School in Melbourne. His research into the many different kinds of yoga shows they have very different physiological and mental effects. We also hear from Dr. Ramkumar from Coimbatore city in South India who is a doctor of Ayurveda medicine and has established an Ayurveda Village with an emphasis on spiritual healing. And from Chicago-based Shakta Kaur, a certified Kundalini Yoga and Meditation instructor taught by Yogi Bhajan. Science and spirituality merge in today´s program, with Philip Stevens a.k.a. Swami Samnyasanand, who is a consultant Neurophysiologist and teacher of meditation at the Monash Medical School in Melbourne. His research into the many different kinds of yoga shows they have very different physiological and mental effects. We also hear from Dr. Ramkumar from Coimbatore city in South India who is a doctor of Ayurveda medicine and has established an Ayurveda Village with an emphasis on spiritual healing. And from Chicago-based Shakta Kaur, a certified Kundalini Yoga and Meditation instructor taught by Yogi Bhajan. Science and spirituality merge in today´s program, with Philip Stevens a.k.a. Swami Samnyasanand, who is a consultant Neurophysiologist and teacher of meditation at the Monash Medical School in Melbourne. His research into the many different kinds of yoga shows they have very different physiological and mental effects. We also hear from Dr. Ramkumar from Coimbatore city in South India who is a doctor of Ayurveda medicine and has established an Ayurveda Village with an emphasis on spiritual healing. And from Chicago-based Shakta Kaur, a certified Kundalini Yoga and Meditation instructor taught by Yogi Bhajan. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-23,24601992 Sat, 23 May 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24572551-2009-05-17-Australia-s-Religious-Museums Mary MacKillop Place in North Sydney is a museum devoted to the life of Mary Helen MacKillop, who was the co-founder of the Order of the Sisters of St. Joseph and is on her way to being Australia´s first saint. Arranged as a multi-media journey through her dramatic life, which included ex-communication, the museum aims to instil key values of Mary´s life that remain relevant today. The Sydney Jewish Museum tells the story of Judaism and Jewish history, including the Holocaust and key figures going back to the First Fleet. A mystery mosaic discovered during a renovation in the Sydney suburb of Paddington proudly hangs on its wall, and awaits further identification. Both museums have recently undergone redesign and renovation. Mary MacKillop Place in North Sydney is a museum devoted to the life of Mary Helen MacKillop, who was the co-founder of the Order of the Sisters of St. Joseph and is on her way to being Australia´s first saint. Arranged as a multi-media journey through her dramatic life, which included ex-communication, the museum aims to instil key values of Mary´s life that remain relevant today. The Sydney Jewish Museum tells the story of Judaism and Jewish history, including the Holocaust and key figures going back to the First Fleet. A mystery mosaic discovered during a renovation in the Sydney suburb of Paddington proudly hangs on its wall, and awaits further identification. Both museums have recently undergone redesign and renovation. Mary MacKillop Place in North Sydney is a museum devoted to the life of Mary Helen MacKillop, who was the co-founder of the Order of the Sisters of St. Joseph and is on her way to being Australia´s first saint. Arranged as a multi-media journey through her dramatic life, which included ex-communication, the museum aims to instil key values of Mary´s life that remain relevant today. The Sydney Jewish Museum tells the story of Judaism and Jewish history, including the Holocaust and key figures going back to the First Fleet. A mystery mosaic discovered during a renovation in the Sydney suburb of Paddington proudly hangs on its wall, and awaits further identification. Both museums have recently undergone redesign and renovation. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-16,24572551 Sat, 16 May 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24558281-2009-05-10-Who-Was-Saint-Paul He called himself the Last Apostle, but a large consensus of scholars say some of Paul´s letters in the New Testament are not actually written by him. Judith Lieu, who is Lady Margaret's Professor of Divinity at Cambridge University, sheds some light on the true Paul, while Laurence Welborn of Fordham University in New York explains why Paul has become the darling of secular, especially Marxist, philosophers. He called himself the Last Apostle, but a large consensus of scholars say some of Paul´s letters in the New Testament are not actually written by him. Judith Lieu, who is Lady Margaret's Professor of Divinity at Cambridge University, sheds some light on the true Paul, while Laurence Welborn of Fordham University in New York explains why Paul has become the darling of secular, especially Marxist, philosophers. He called himself the Last Apostle, but a large consensus of scholars say some of Paul´s letters in the New Testament are not actually written by him. Judith Lieu, who is Lady Margaret's Professor of Divinity at Cambridge University, sheds some light on the true Paul, while Laurence Welborn of Fordham University in New York explains why Paul has become the darling of secular, especially Marxist, philosophers. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-09,24558281 Sat, 09 May 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24531293-2009-05-03-The-Rubaiyat-of-Omar-Khayyam-and-Sufi-Surfboards On the 150th anniversary of Edward FitzGerald´s masterful translation of The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam, historian and biographer Hazhir Teimourian examines the turbulent life of the 11th century Persian astronomer, poet and iconoclast, Omar Khayyam. A reluctant Muslim, Khayyam revered Greek and Zoroastrian thought. And artist Phillip George has shattered the Middle East-West divide by producing surfboards covered in Islamic art. On the 150th anniversary of Edward FitzGerald´s masterful translation of The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam, historian and biographer Hazhir Teimourian examines the turbulent life of the 11th century Persian astronomer, poet and iconoclast, Omar Khayyam. A reluctant Muslim, Khayyam revered Greek and Zoroastrian thought. And artist Phillip George has shattered the Middle East-West divide by producing surfboards covered in Islamic art. On the 150th anniversary of Edward FitzGerald´s masterful translation of The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam, historian and biographer Hazhir Teimourian examines the turbulent life of the 11th century Persian astronomer, poet and iconoclast, Omar Khayyam. A reluctant Muslim, Khayyam revered Greek and Zoroastrian thought. And artist Phillip George has shattered the Middle East-West divide by producing surfboards covered in Islamic art. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-02,24531293 Sat, 02 May 2009 07:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24507138-2009-04-26-Bhagwan-Blues Jane Stork, a young Western Australian married woman paid one of the highest prices for following a popular guru of the 1970s and 80s, when she was convicted for conspiracy to murder in 2006. The Indian guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh (1931-1990) attracted thousands of followers in the 1970s and 80s, known as Orange People or Rajneeshees. But he also stirred controversy and in the mid-80s a host of legal and criminal issues caused the breakdown of his experimental town, Rajneeshpuram, in Oregon, U.S.A. Jane Stork tells her incredible story as a Rajneeshee, while engineer Rob Curtis, a late-comer to Rajneeshpuram, explains why it remains a happy memory for him. Jane Stork, a young Western Australian married woman paid one of the highest prices for following a popular guru of the 1970s and 80s, when she was convicted for conspiracy to murder in 2006. The Indian guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh (1931-1990) attracted thousands of followers in the 1970s and 80s, known as Orange People or Rajneeshees. But he also stirred controversy and in the mid-80s a host of legal and criminal issues caused the breakdown of his experimental town, Rajneeshpuram, in Oregon, U.S.A. Jane Stork tells her incredible story as a Rajneeshee, while engineer Rob Curtis, a late-comer to Rajneeshpuram, explains why it remains a happy memory for him. Jane Stork, a young Western Australian married woman paid one of the highest prices for following a popular guru of the 1970s and 80s, when she was convicted for conspiracy to murder in 2006. The Indian guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh (1931-1990) attracted thousands of followers in the 1970s and 80s, known as Orange People or Rajneeshees. But he also stirred controversy and in the mid-80s a host of legal and criminal issues caused the breakdown of his experimental town, Rajneeshpuram, in Oregon, U.S.A. Jane Stork tells her incredible story as a Rajneeshee, while engineer Rob Curtis, a late-comer to Rajneeshpuram, explains why it remains a happy memory for him. tag:odeo.com,2009-04-25,24507138 Sat, 25 Apr 2009 06:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24469544-2009-04-19-Poles-and-Jews Since 1998 the Roman Catholic Church in Poland has officially observed The Day of Judaism on 17 January each year. Zbigniew Nosowski of the Polish Council of Christians and Jews explains why the Church is promoting interest in its "Jewish roots" and why local Poles are restoring Jewish cemeteries, even as Poland struggles with its dark reputation as the site of Nazi death camps. As well, we hear the amazing story of a Schindler list that saved the lives of 801 Jewish workers in the closing days of WWII. A carbon typescript copy of Oscar Schindler's famous list was discovered in the State Library of NSW amongst Tom Keneally's manuscript material held in the archives. Dr Olwen Pryke who unearthed the List, tells us how she found it. Since 1998 the Roman Catholic Church in Poland has officially observed The Day of Judaism on 17 January each year. Zbigniew Nosowski of the Polish Council of Christians and Jews explains why the Church is promoting interest in its "Jewish roots" and why local Poles are restoring Jewish cemeteries, even as Poland struggles with its dark reputation as the site of Nazi death camps. As well, we hear the amazing story of a Schindler list that saved the lives of 801 Jewish workers in the closing days of WWII. A carbon typescript copy of Oscar Schindler's famous list was discovered in the State Library of NSW amongst Tom Keneally's manuscript material held in the archives. Dr Olwen Pryke who unearthed the List, tells us how she found it. Since 1998 the Roman Catholic Church in Poland has officially observed The Day of Judaism on 17 January each year. Zbigniew Nosowski of the Polish Council of Christians and Jews explains why the Church is promoting interest in its "Jewish roots" and why local Poles are restoring Jewish cemeteries, even as Poland struggles with its dark reputation as the site of Nazi death camps. As well, we hear the amazing story of a Schindler list that saved the lives of 801 Jewish workers in the closing days of WWII. A carbon typescript copy of Oscar Schindler's famous list was discovered in the State Library of NSW amongst Tom Keneally's manuscript material held in the archives. Dr Olwen Pryke who unearthed the List, tells us how she found it. tag:odeo.com,2009-04-18,24469544 Sat, 18 Apr 2009 06:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24440324-2009-04-12-Out-of-the-Wreckage The story of young Sophie Delezio´s unlikely survival from two severe car accidents since 2003 is a testament to her brilliant doctors and to her parents, Ron and Carolyn, who with faith and courage turned tragedy into triumph. At Easter, their story is a modern miracle, which they believe is owed to Sr Mary MacKillop. We also hear from former CNN journalist Jennifer Skiff. Her experience of a miracle prompted her to gather God Stories from Australia and America into a book, and it's now a bestseller. The story of young Sophie Delezio´s unlikely survival from two severe car accidents since 2003 is a testament to her brilliant doctors and to her parents, Ron and Carolyn, who with faith and courage turned tragedy into triumph. At Easter, their story is a modern miracle, which they believe is owed to Sr Mary MacKillop. We also hear from former CNN journalist Jennifer Skiff. Her experience of a miracle prompted her to gather God Stories from Australia and America into a book, and it's now a bestseller. The story of young Sophie Delezio´s unlikely survival from two severe car accidents since 2003 is a testament to her brilliant doctors and to her parents, Ron and Carolyn, who with faith and courage turned tragedy into triumph. At Easter, their story is a modern miracle, which they believe is owed to Sr Mary MacKillop. We also hear from former CNN journalist Jennifer Skiff. Her experience of a miracle prompted her to gather God Stories from Australia and America into a book, and it's now a bestseller. tag:odeo.com,2009-04-11,24440324 Sat, 11 Apr 2009 06:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24409842-2009-04-05-Climbing-Everest-and-Learning-to-Love For South African mountaineer and inspirational speaker, Ronnie Muhl, getting the most out of life occurred when he fulfilled his dream to summit Mount Everest, the "Mother Goddess" according to the Tibetans. But for the Uruguayan-based former horse trainer, Isha, it´s loving yourself unconditionally which is the key to fulfilment and joy. Her message 'Why Walk When You Can Fly?' is also the name of her recent book and film. For South African mountaineer and inspirational speaker, Ronnie Muhl, getting the most out of life occurred when he fulfilled his dream to summit Mount Everest, the "Mother Goddess" according to the Tibetans. But for the Uruguayan-based former horse trainer, Isha, it´s loving yourself unconditionally which is the key to fulfilment and joy. Her message 'Why Walk When You Can Fly?' is also the name of her recent book and film. For South African mountaineer and inspirational speaker, Ronnie Muhl, getting the most out of life occurred when he fulfilled his dream to summit Mount Everest, the "Mother Goddess" according to the Tibetans. But for the Uruguayan-based former horse trainer, Isha, it´s loving yourself unconditionally which is the key to fulfilment and joy. Her message 'Why Walk When You Can Fly?' is also the name of her recent book and film. tag:odeo.com,2009-04-04,24409842 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 06:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24380099-2009-03-29-Can-Interfaith-Dialogue-Break-New-Ground At the recent Interfaith Summit held in Brisbane, issues such as violence towards women and speaking to pagans remained touchy subjects. We hear from members of the Pagan Awareness Network, as well from Toh Swee-Hin, Director of the Multi-Faith Centre of Griffith University, who believes interfaith dialogue should be a normal part of education and receive government funding. Other guests include Dr Pushpa Wood of the Wellington Inter-Faith Council and Sr Wendy Flannery of Believing Women for a Culture of Peace. At the recent Interfaith Summit held in Brisbane, issues such as violence towards women and speaking to pagans remained touchy subjects. We hear from members of the Pagan Awareness Network, as well from Toh Swee-Hin, Director of the Multi-Faith Centre of Griffith University, who believes interfaith dialogue should be a normal part of education and receive government funding. Other guests include Dr Pushpa Wood of the Wellington Inter-Faith Council and Sr Wendy Flannery of Believing Women for a Culture of Peace. At the recent Interfaith Summit held in Brisbane, issues such as violence towards women and speaking to pagans remained touchy subjects. We hear from members of the Pagan Awareness Network, as well from Toh Swee-Hin, Director of the Multi-Faith Centre of Griffith University, who believes interfaith dialogue should be a normal part of education and receive government funding. Other guests include Dr Pushpa Wood of the Wellington Inter-Faith Council and Sr Wendy Flannery of Believing Women for a Culture of Peace. tag:odeo.com,2009-03-28,24380099 Sat, 28 Mar 2009 06:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24340866-2009-03-22-Can-Interfaith-Save-the-World-Part-1 The Interfaith Summit in Brisbane last month proceeded in a climate of friendly exchange despite conflict among some of its participants. Gregor Henderson, President of the Uniting Church in Australia, says "God loves diversity", but placed limits on who should be involved in interfaith, while Ikebal Patel, President of the Australian Federation of Islamic Councils and Jeremy Jones, of the Executive Council of Australian Jewry, clashed over Israel´s incursion in Gaza even though both emphasised the importance of maintaining dialogue. Secondary students, story tellers, and community workers also have their say to Rachael Kohn. The Interfaith Summit in Brisbane last month proceeded in a climate of friendly exchange despite conflict among some of its participants. Gregor Henderson, President of the Uniting Church in Australia, says "God loves diversity", but placed limits on who should be involved in interfaith, while Ikebal Patel, President of the Australian Federation of Islamic Councils and Jeremy Jones, of the Executive Council of Australian Jewry, clashed over Israel´s incursion in Gaza even though both emphasised the importance of maintaining dialogue. Secondary students, story tellers, and community workers also have their say to Rachael Kohn. The Interfaith Summit in Brisbane last month proceeded in a climate of friendly exchange despite conflict among some of its participants. Gregor Henderson, President of the Uniting Church in Australia, says "God loves diversity", but placed limits on who should be involved in interfaith, while Ikebal Patel, President of the Australian Federation of Islamic Councils and Jeremy Jones, of the Executive Council of Australian Jewry, clashed over Israel´s incursion in Gaza even though both emphasised the importance of maintaining dialogue. Secondary students, story tellers, and community workers also have their say to Rachael Kohn. tag:odeo.com,2009-03-21,24340866 Sat, 21 Mar 2009 06:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24307951-2009-03-15-The-Mormons America is the Promised Land for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, founded by Joseph Smith in the 1830s. The Mormons´ prosperity owes much to their hard work and volunteerism as Rachael Kohn discovers when she visits Welfare Square in Salt Lake City. She also visits the Family History Library which holds the world´s most complete genealogy records. Special Audio DownloadsAdditional audio from Salt Lake City in Utah - Elder Jim Goodrich, the manager of Welfare Square, takes Rachael through their Thrift Store which doubles as a Rehabilitation Centre (2.45) Additional audio from Salt Lake City in Utah - Elder Jim Goodrich, the manager of Welfare Square, explains the connection between their Welfare Dairy and Ethiopia (3.33) America is the Promised Land for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, founded by Joseph Smith in the 1830s. The Mormons´ prosperity owes much to their hard work and volunteerism as Rachael Kohn discovers when she visits Welfare Square in Salt Lake City. She also visits the Family History Library which holds the world´s most complete genealogy records. Special Audio DownloadsAdditional audio from Salt Lake City in Utah - Elder Jim Goodrich, the manager of Welfare Square, takes Rachael through their Thrift Store which doubles as a Rehabilitation Centre (2.45) Additional audio from Salt Lake City in Utah - Elder Jim Goodrich, the manager of Welfare Square, explains the connection between their Welfare Dairy and Ethiopia (3.33) America is the Promised Land for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, founded by Joseph Smith in the 1830s. The Mormons´ prosperity owes much to their hard work and volunteerism as Rachael Kohn discovers when she visits Welfare Square in Salt Lake City. She also visits the Family History Library which holds the world´s most complete genealogy records. Special Audio DownloadsAdditional audio from Salt Lake City in Utah - Elder Jim Goodrich, the manager of Welfare Square, takes Rachael through their Thrift Store which doubles as a Rehabilitation Centre (2.45) Additional audio from Salt Lake City in Utah - Elder Jim Goodrich, the manager of Welfare Square, explains the connection between their Welfare Dairy and Ethiopia (3.33) tag:odeo.com,2009-03-14,24307951 Sat, 14 Mar 2009 06:00:00 -0700 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24273168-2009-03-08-Spiritual-Activist-Aung-San-Suu-Kyi A 'trans-religious spiritual activist' is how her friend, supporter and former Buddhist monk Alan Clements describes Burma´s imprisoned democracy leader. In six months of recorded conversations with Alan, founder of the Burma Project, Aung San Suu Kyi revealed the inner workings of her mind and heart, including her readiness to laugh and joke about her imprisonment. A 'trans-religious spiritual activist' is how her friend, supporter and former Buddhist monk Alan Clements describes Burma´s imprisoned democracy leader. In six months of recorded conversations with Alan, founder of the Burma Project, Aung San Suu Kyi revealed the inner workings of her mind and heart, including her readiness to laugh and joke about her imprisonment. A 'trans-religious spiritual activist' is how her friend, supporter and former Buddhist monk Alan Clements describes Burma´s imprisoned democracy leader. In six months of recorded conversations with Alan, founder of the Burma Project, Aung San Suu Kyi revealed the inner workings of her mind and heart, including her readiness to laugh and joke about her imprisonment. tag:odeo.com,2009-03-07,24273168 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24236458-2009-03-01-John-Updike-on-God-Sex-and-Witches When John Updike died in late January he left an unparalleled legacy of writing that combined an abiding interest in sex with a profound belief in God. Updike scholars, James Schiff of the University of Cincinnati and James Plath at the University of Chicago, discuss the religion in his works, including The Witches of Eastwick. When John Updike died in late January he left an unparalleled legacy of writing that combined an abiding interest in sex with a profound belief in God. Updike scholars, James Schiff of the University of Cincinnati and James Plath at the University of Chicago, discuss the religion in his works, including The Witches of Eastwick. When John Updike died in late January he left an unparalleled legacy of writing that combined an abiding interest in sex with a profound belief in God. Updike scholars, James Schiff of the University of Cincinnati and James Plath at the University of Chicago, discuss the religion in his works, including The Witches of Eastwick. tag:odeo.com,2009-02-28,24236458 Sat, 28 Feb 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24155171-2009-02-22-Abode-of-Love Growing up in a giant gothic pile called Agapemone, it took years for Kate Barlow to uncover the real story behind the 11 elderly women who shared the mansion in Spaxton, England. The notorious cult also known as the Abode of Love was founded in the 1850s by a self-proclaimed messiah who practised `spiritual marriage´, but a century later the women including Kate Barlow´s mother were trapped. Growing up in a giant gothic pile called Agapemone, it took years for Kate Barlow to uncover the real story behind the 11 elderly women who shared the mansion in Spaxton, England. The notorious cult also known as the Abode of Love was founded in the 1850s by a self-proclaimed messiah who practised `spiritual marriage´, but a century later the women including Kate Barlow´s mother were trapped. Growing up in a giant gothic pile called Agapemone, it took years for Kate Barlow to uncover the real story behind the 11 elderly women who shared the mansion in Spaxton, England. The notorious cult also known as the Abode of Love was founded in the 1850s by a self-proclaimed messiah who practised `spiritual marriage´, but a century later the women including Kate Barlow´s mother were trapped. tag:odeo.com,2009-02-21,24155171 Sat, 21 Feb 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24236459-2009-02-22-Abode-of-Love Growing up in a giant gothic pile called Agapemone, it took years for Kate Barlow to uncover the real story behind the 11 elderly women who shared the mansion in Spaxton, England. The notorious cult also known as the Abode of Love was founded in the 1850s by a self-proclaimed messiah who practised `spiritual marriage´, but a century later the women including Kate Barlow´s mother were trapped. Growing up in a giant gothic pile called Agapemone, it took years for Kate Barlow to uncover the real story behind the 11 elderly women who shared the mansion in Spaxton, England. The notorious cult also known as the Abode of Love was founded in the 1850s by a self-proclaimed messiah who practised `spiritual marriage´, but a century later the women including Kate Barlow´s mother were trapped. Growing up in a giant gothic pile called Agapemone, it took years for Kate Barlow to uncover the real story behind the 11 elderly women who shared the mansion in Spaxton, England. The notorious cult also known as the Abode of Love was founded in the 1850s by a self-proclaimed messiah who practised `spiritual marriage´, but a century later the women including Kate Barlow´s mother were trapped. tag:odeo.com,2009-02-21,24236459 Sat, 21 Feb 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24100096-2009-02-15-Fire-and-Light Bushfires destroy homes, lives and dreams, but do they destroy faith? The Rev Ross Kingham, founder of Barnabas Ministries, lost his home in the Canberra bushfires of 2003 but his experience has changed his faith for the better. Major David Brunt, a chaplain with the Salvation Army, has been assisting survivors and emergency crews in the Kinglake region during the Victorian bushfire emergency. Bushfires destroy homes, lives and dreams, but do they destroy faith? The Rev Ross Kingham, founder of Barnabas Ministries, lost his home in the Canberra bushfires of 2003 but his experience has changed his faith for the better. Major David Brunt, a chaplain with the Salvation Army, has been assisting survivors and emergency crews in the Kinglake region during the Victorian bushfire emergency. Bushfires destroy homes, lives and dreams, but do they destroy faith? The Rev Ross Kingham, founder of Barnabas Ministries, lost his home in the Canberra bushfires of 2003 but his experience has changed his faith for the better. Major David Brunt, a chaplain with the Salvation Army, has been assisting survivors and emergency crews in the Kinglake region during the Victorian bushfire emergency. tag:odeo.com,2009-02-14,24100096 Sat, 14 Feb 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24236460-2009-02-15-Fire-and-Light Bushfires destroy homes, lives and dreams, but do they destroy faith? The Rev Ross Kingham, founder of Barnabas Ministries, lost his home in the Canberra bushfires of 2003 but his experience has changed his faith for the better. Major David Brunt, a chaplain with the Salvation Army, has been assisting survivors and emergency crews in the Kinglake region during the Victorian bushfire emergency. Bushfires destroy homes, lives and dreams, but do they destroy faith? The Rev Ross Kingham, founder of Barnabas Ministries, lost his home in the Canberra bushfires of 2003 but his experience has changed his faith for the better. Major David Brunt, a chaplain with the Salvation Army, has been assisting survivors and emergency crews in the Kinglake region during the Victorian bushfire emergency. Bushfires destroy homes, lives and dreams, but do they destroy faith? The Rev Ross Kingham, founder of Barnabas Ministries, lost his home in the Canberra bushfires of 2003 but his experience has changed his faith for the better. Major David Brunt, a chaplain with the Salvation Army, has been assisting survivors and emergency crews in the Kinglake region during the Victorian bushfire emergency. tag:odeo.com,2009-02-14,24236460 Sat, 14 Feb 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Spirit of Things, The http://www.odeo.com/episodes/24236461-2009-02-08-50-Years-of-Vatican-II Called by Pope John XXIII in 1959, the Second Vatican Council became the world´s biggest meeting, with 2500 bishops and priests in session at any one time at St Peter´s in Rome discussing and voting on the future direction of the Roman Catholic Church. Fr. Professor John O´Malley takes us into the debates and assesses the achievements of Vatican II. And Chairman of the Council of Christians and Jews - Victoria, William Clancy, comments on what Vatican II did for Christian-Jewish relations. 				Special Audio Download Additional audio from the interview with William Clancy, Chairman of the Australian Council of Christians and Jews (6.00 min) Called by Pope John XXIII in 1959, the Second Vatican Council became the world´s biggest meeting, with 2500 bishops and priests in session at any one time at St Peter´s in Rome discussing and voting on the future direction of the Roman Catholic Church. Fr. Professor John O´Malley takes us into the debates and assesses the achievements of Vatican II. And Chairman of the Council of Christians and Jews - Victoria, William Clancy, comments on what Vatican II did for Christian-Jewish relations. 				Special Audio Download Additional audio from the interview with William Clancy, Chairman of the Australian Council of Christians and Jews (6.00 min) Called by Pope John XXIII in 1959, the Second Vatican Council became the world´s biggest meeting, with 2500 bishops and priests in session at any one time at St Peter´s in Rome discussing and voting on the future direction of the Roman Catholic Church. Fr. Professor John O´Malley takes us into the debates and assesses the achievements of Vatican II. And Chairman of the Council of Christians and Jews - Victoria, William Clancy, comments on what Vatican II did for Christian-Jewish relations. 				Special Audio Download Additional audio from the interview with William Clancy, Chairman of the Australian Council of Christians and Jews (6.00 min) tag:odeo.com,2009-02-07,24236461 Sat, 07 Feb 2009 06:00:00 -0800 no Spirit of Things, The