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Ben Wood @cosmichope.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

1/2 In his study of Socrates, Buddha, Kong Qiu, & Jesus, Karl Jaspers concludes that each of these innovators were possessed by the same insight, that our words are little shrunken things, tools unable to encompass the vast Life we are part. When words give out, & silence intrudes, Truth springs up.

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The International Association for Religious Freedom @iarf.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

uuworld.org - "future of liberal religion is multifaith" #LiberalReligion #Multifaith #IARF

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The International Association for Religious Freedom @iarf.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Free-Religion Colloquium. Opening speaker: Prof. George M. Williams, historian, author on Hindu Renaissance, Japan & Hawaii religions, IARF President Emeritus. Join iarf.net - 23 Oct 2026 • Two slots: 11:00 & 20:00 EEST #FreeReligion #Interfaith #IARF

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The International Association for Religious Freedom @iarf.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

IARF is proud to co-sponsor the Quaker United Nations Office (QUNO) on they work for the right to conscientious objection to military service. CO = part of FoRB → no exceptions. Critical work as militarisation rises. #ConscientiousObjection #QUNO #IARF #ReligiousFreedom

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The International Association for Religious Freedom @iarf.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Join IARF — connecting liberal religious people across Buddhists, Christians, Humanists, Jews, Muslims, Pagans, Unitarians & more since 1900. Together for freedom, dialogue & peace. iarf.net #IARF #Interfaith #LiberalReligion

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Quakers in Britain @quaker.org.uk · 23/09/2026

"When people are under the most pressure to act against their beliefs, their right to refuse matters most." @quakerunoffice.bsky.social reminds the UN Human Rights Council that the right to conscientious objection to military service must be protected in wartime. www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...

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"Conscience does not end when war begins", Quakers tell UN | Quakers in Britain

The Quaker United Nations Office (QUNO) has reminded the UN Human Rights Council that the right to conscientious objection to military service must be protected in wartime.

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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · 23/09/2026

Named for Moncure Daniel Conway, abolitionist, freethinker, and former leader of the South Place Ethical Society (a precursor to Humanists UK), it was intended to embody and invigorate humanist values and continue the society's lively programme of activities. heritage.humanists.uk/moncure-conw...

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Dr Paul Overend @pauloverend.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

‘From Toad Venom to Jesus: How has tripping on hallucinogenic toad venom made a philosopher change his mind about God?’ With Professor Philip Goff, philosopher and specialist in the study of consciousness at the University of Durham. Spaces still available. www.pcnbritain.org.uk/events/detai...

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Philip Goff - From Toad Venom to Jesus

The Progressive Christianity Network seek a credible and inclusive way to follow Jesus. We value contemporary thought and recent biblical understanding.

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Dr Paul Overend @pauloverend.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

An accessible introduction to Nishida’s concepts of “pure experience”, “field” of experience (basho), and self-awareness (jikaku) — given there us no pre-existing self: key Zen Buddhist-influenced ideas of this founder of the #KyotoSchool Bhttps://youtube.com/watch?v=MNtQcE85RZ8

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The Japanese Philosophy That Rewires Your Entire Life | Nishida Kitaro

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The International Association for Religious Freedom @iarf.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

145 years ago today: Rev. Dr. Shin'ichirō Imaoka (1881–1988) — founder of the Free Religion (Jiyū Shūkyō) — was born. His legacy lives at iarf.net/free-religio... #IARF #FreeReligion #ShinichiroImaoka #JapaneseReligiousHistory #Japan

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The International Association for Religious Freedom @iarf.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

In an era of rising nationalism, religious nationalism, and algorithmic conformity, Free Religion - Jiyū Shūkyō offers a vocabulary for interior freedom as public resistance. #FreeReligion #JiyūShūkyō #ReligiousFreedom #FreedomOfConscience #IARF

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Dr Paul Overend @pauloverend.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

‘Reimagining Humanism: Religious Humanisms as Frameworks for Building a Common Life in a Fractured World’ A conference report: sofn.uk/library/one-...

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One Humanism? Many Humanisms | Sea of Faith Network

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Dr Paul Overend @pauloverend.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Remembering #9/11 The Sea of Faith Magazine edition - September 2023 sofn.uk/wp-content/u...

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The Sea of Faith Network @seaoffaithnetwork.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Sea of Faith Network Conference 2026: "Creativity, Curiosity & Celebration”. How do art, craft, poetry, and storytelling connect to our core worldviews and human expressions? Join us for an inspiring day and a half of talks and discussions as we explore the many facets of human creativity! sofn.uk

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Dr Paul Overend @pauloverend.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

The Norman cathedrals (and castles, as at Lincoln) were not “useless” but oppressive @profaliceroberts.bsky.social : a demonstration of Norman power and ideological oppression designed to subject local people. (I was a cathedral canon some years ago).

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Dr Paul Overend @pauloverend.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Remembering #9/11 The Sea of Faith Magazine edition - September 2023 sofn.uk/wp-content/u...

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Dr Paul Overend @pauloverend.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

‘Save The Parish’ report on “Parish Ministry: Addressing the Crisis in Stipendiary Clergy Numbers in the Church of England” www.stgeorgeshouse.org/wp-content/u...

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Dr Paul Overend @pauloverend.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Thinking of those awaiting GCSE and similar results (A/AS Levels, the International Baccalaureate, and Access to Higher Education Diplomas, Functional Skills Level 2 course alternatives to GCSE) Such pressures on young people! www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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How do the 9-1 GCSE grade boundaries work in England

The previous alphabetical system has been replaced in England, but is still used in Wales and Northern Ireland.

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Dr Paul Overend @pauloverend.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

I’m currently enjoying reading Nishitani’s Zen commentary on Hanshan’s poetry — “The Cold Mountain Poems”. His great philosophical work ‘Religion on Nothingness’ (originally ‘What is Religion?’) is a rather more demanding but rewarding read: It is introduced well here. youtu.be/5jKftu0I76w?...

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Eastern Philosophy meets Nihilism | Nishitani Keiji and the Kyoto School

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Dr Paul Overend @pauloverend.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Not a bad place to begin the study of religions and worldviews: with the question of how religions and worldviews care! 👏🏼 www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/sub...

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KS1 Religious Education - BBC Bitesize

KS1 Religious Education learning resources for adults, children, parents and teachers.

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Paul Eric @pauleric70.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Do you think this summer has woken up a lot of people to the climate crisis? I get the feeling it has to an extent - but also that people feel they can pick and choose what they believe - like they see it’s getting warmer and that’s bad, but don’t understand how catastrophically bad it’s

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Francis Fukuyama @frankfukuyama.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

If you can get to Oxford on Sept. 4, please come hear me talk about my new memoir, In the Realm of the Last Man.

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Dr Paul Overend @pauloverend.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Don Cupitt on Life The subject of a forthcoming book ‘A Philosophy of Life: The Spirituality of Don Cupitt (IFF, 2027), produced by the Sea of Faith Network - @seaoffaithnetwork.bsky.social youtube.com/watch?v=Vtul...

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Life as a Religious Concept - a lecture by Don Cupitt

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Dr Paul Overend @pauloverend.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

@adrianramsay.bsky.social also gave a powerful Commons speech — provoking much informed comment — ‘Extreme Heat: Preparedness‘, Hansard Volume 789, debated on Tuesday 14 July 2026. 👏🏼 hansard.parliament.uk/commons/2026...

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Extreme Heat: Preparedness - Hansard - UK Parliament

Hansard record of the item : ' Extreme Heat: Preparedness' on Tuesday 14 July 2026.

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Natalie Bennett @nataliegreenpeer.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

We need a fair voting system, so that seats in the commons match number of votes - proportional representation now! #prnow #avisnotpr

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George Monbiot @georgemonbiot.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Despite all the noise today I'd really like you to read this, as I think it's crucial. The government's in the process of p*ssing up to £264 billion into the ground, at the behest of the fossil fuel industry. Yes, £264 *billion*. It's utterly mad, and has to stop. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

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The great carbon capture con: behold the wasted billions Burnham could claw back | George Monbiot

There are far better ways to tackle climate breakdown, but successive governments have chosen to listen to the fossil fuel companies instead, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot

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Gladstone's Library @gladlib.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

📣 Gladstone's Library Scholarships: Applications for 2027 Now Open!📣 - Two new scholarships - 23 scholarships available - Go to our website -> Scholarships and Residencies for information and to apply APPLY NOW! Applications close at 11.45pm on Monday 3rd August 2026.

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Nathan Francis @nathanfrancis79.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

"Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself." ( #JohnDewey) 🌎📚 Today, 21 June, is #WorldHumanistDay. What is a #humanist; and are you one? Read more: thehumanist.com/news/hnn/jun...

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Understanding Humanism @humanismedu.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

It's #WorldHumanistDay on 21 June - a great time for schools to explore non-religious approaches to leading a good, happy, and meaningful life. Click here for more info, access to resources, and how to book a free visit from a humanist school speaker! understandinghumanism.org.uk/articles/wor...

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World Humanist Day

What and why do humanists celebrate on 21 June?

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Dr Paul Overend @pauloverend.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Heinz Streib & Zhuo Job Chenn, Styles of Faith - Introduction to Theory and Research in Faith Development (Religion and Psychology) 1st ed. (Brill 2026) (Free - CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) pub.uni-bielefeld.de/record/30115...

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Understanding Humanism @humanismedu.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Are you looking for support with teaching about non-religious worldviews in RE? Our FREE online CPD webinars can help. Grow your subject knowledge and pick up practical ideas for the classroom. Primary on 23 June. Secondary on 25 June. 4-5pm. Register today! understandinghumanism.org.uk/training/

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Understanding Humanism teacher training

We deliver teacher training about humanism to help with subject knowledge and practical ideas for the classroom. We can offer training as part of initial teacher training (ITT) and for continued profe...

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UN Environment Programme @unep.org · 05/06/2026

Warning signals are everywhere. The past 11 years have been the 11 hottest on record. In his #WorldEnvironmentDay message, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls for action #NowForClimate to cut emissions, protect nature, support vulnerable communities & speed transition to renewable energy.

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Dr Paul Overend @pauloverend.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Latest edition of Sofia, available online sofn.uk/sofia/160-ho...

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160 – Hope | Sea of Faith Network

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Religion Dispatches @religiondispatches.org · 26/05/2026

the latest from RD: @roopikarisam.bsky.social on what makes Leo XIV's first encyclical so radical -- tracing AI back through histories of enslavement and exploitation, and repenting for the RCC's complicity in both religiondispatches.org/2026/05/26/l...

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Leo XIV Links AI to Histories of Enslavement and Exploitation

Pope Leo XIV released his first encyclical this week, on the 135th anniversary of his eponymous predecessor’s landmark Rerum Novarum, or Rights and Duties of Capital and Labor. And like Leo XIII befor...

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Dr Paul Overend @pauloverend.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Fascinating lecture by Kurt Bangert here @iarf.bsky.social - youtube.com/watch?v=BOAd... Kurt’s book ‘Muhammad and the Origin of Islam’ (2026) is available at link.springer.com/book/10.1007...

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Make Votes Matter @makevotesmatter.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

❗️Support the campaign for Proportional Representation. 60% of the public agree: our voting system needs to change. Now we need to make Westminster listen. If you can, please support our crowdfunder and help build the movement to fix our broken democracy👇 makevotesmatter.org.uk/2026-wake-up...

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2026 Wake Up Westminster - Make Votes Matter

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William Dalrymple @willdalrymple.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Today is Nakba Day. You cannot understand what lies at the heart of conflict in the Middle East unless you understand what happened to 85% of Palestinians in 1948. Here Eugene Rogan explains how hundred of thousands ended up as homeless refugees in Gaza

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Andrew Wilkie MP @andrewwilkiemp.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

I stand in solidarity with Palestinians who are commemorating the Nakba today. The Israeli Government’s continuing genocide in Gaza is an extension of the Nakba, despite Palestinians having every right to self-determination and to live in peace. #auspol #politas

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