The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, was in Moscow this past week delivering a lecture on the subject of ‘theology, anthropology and Christian hope’. This wouldn’t normally be an occasion for comment, of course, save that in this lecture the Primate of All England and leader of the global Anglican Communion broached the flashpoint issue... Continue Reading →
Religion and politics: where should the lines be drawn?
If we’re honest, we’re a bit confused about religion in the West. We know that we don’t want to end up like many Islamic countries, slavishly implementing a backward and brutal law code in the name of God. We also know that we believe in religious freedom, though aren’t sure how that relates to religionists... Continue Reading →