(Un)Civil Politics
(Un)Civil Politics I am writing this as my country (Canada) engages in the democratic process of electing its next federal government. We do this every four years, and it is always an
TED|Ep. 6
The punch line, if you will, for this TED, by Wanis Kabbaj, is “How can we do both better?” Though I have referenced this TED recently in the unfolding Leadership & Legacy feature, I have felt drawn to dig a little further into nationalism and globalism, in particular, because the terms are connected with two very old Christian responses of how to be in the world: purity and pluralism.
Leadership & Legacy|2 Reflections
This blog is part of an unfolding series of reflections, offered during worship events in my role as Principal of St. Andrew’s College. The series, Leadership & Legacy, explores the tensions, challenges and blessings that are
Leadership|Inside & Outside: No Longer the Same
I am most fortunate in the ministry in which I find myself. A significant portion of my role falls under the umbrella of leadership. Though that may seem like a broad-stroke, maybe even ambiguous,
Elites
You will excuse me if you have heard this story before dear Reader and Seekers:
Democracy #2
Democracy is a big topic for a blog, especially when attempting to reflect about it from a faith-based perspective. This musing, therefore, will explore the topic in two parts: A general overview of the
Democracy #1
Democracy is a big topic for a blog, especially when attempting to reflect about it from a faith-based perspective. This musing, therefore, will explore the topic in two parts: A general overview of the current
Phobia
Just as the lyrics for Phobia – by Outkast – are often prefaced with a parental advisory warning, this week’s musing may, as well! Though I realise I have written previously about being political, and about politics and racism – the most recent being Camelot – this last week (following the atrocious horror of the terror attacks in Paris) have rudely led me back to revisit these aspects of our human condition.
Camelot
CamelotImage: Gustave Doré As I reflect on my own story, I realise that my growing up in Ottawa (during the 70s and 80s) was part of a larger story that I have
Politic(al)s 02
Podiums For those involved in the not-for-profit sector, who work in non-governmental-agencies and especially those involved in advocacy work, it is no surprise to hear that over the last several years there has been