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Five reasons to run Difference

We live in a world full of division, from the level of global conflict right down to our own relationships. We live with the everyday realities of hope and pain, celebration and lament, peace and conflict. Difference is a course designed to help you navigate these realities, inspiring your…

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Soft hearts in a hard world

When the news cycle is constantly sharing stories of our broken, divided and hurting world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Liza Hoeksma shares some thoughts on how we can keep our hearts soft, staying empathetic and engaged instead of numb or paralysed.

Nature is a wonder

On this Earth Day, Jo Herbert-James challenges us to reflect on the part we are called to play in protecting our planet.

One, but not the same: celebrating diversity, living with difference

Bishop Mike Royal reflects on the theme of being one in Christ, but not the same.

The power of stories

In this blog, Alysia-Lara Ayonrinde reflects on how stories have the power to build bridges, create empathy, and open our eyes to different experiences.

Transforming perspectives in schools

After running Difference with his pupils, Chris Birch-Evans shares how the course helped his students respect each other's perspectives in school.

Fostering unity through diversity: Reflections for UK Black History Month 2024

Neil Masih is Intercultural Mission Enabler in the Diocese of Coventry. Here he reflects on Black History Month and on his work to foster communities where all can belong and thrive.

Faith in action: Empowering people, crossing divides

Driven by her Christian faith, Marion Brown's mission centres on empowering individuals to unlock their full potential and find their life's purpose. She reflects on conflict and division and the power of disagreeing well.

Racial justice calls for peace

Revd Canon Dr. Sharon Prentis, the Church of England’s Deputy Director of the Racial Justice Unit, reflects on the ongoing struggle for racial justice.

Learning to live well together

The Revd Dr Tom Wilson believes living harmoniously with people of different beliefs is a learnable skill, like riding a bike.

Cultivating a culture of good conflicts

Revd Benjamin Ulbricht shares his passion for peace and reconciliation, shaped by his upbringing and experiences in Gotland.

Turning over tables

In the third and final part in our series exploring challenging Bible passages for peacemakers, Victoria Mason explores the story behind Jesus turning over the tables in the temple.

‘Do not resist an evil person.’ Really?

In the second in our series exploring challenging Bible passages for peacemakers, Victoria Mason explores the meaning and context of Jesus’ instruction to turn the other cheek.