Best St Paul S Cathedral Podcasts (2024)

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How pistols in St Paul’s Cathedral shaped the science of sound 17:16

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In the winter of 1951 shots from a Colt revolver rang out in St Paul’s Cathedral in an experiment designed to solve the mystery of how architecture shapes sound. In this episode of Holy Smoke, Damian Thompson talks to Dr Fiona Smyth, author of a new book on the subject, and choral musician Philip Fryer, about the perfect acoustic – an increasingly …

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A Manifesto For Hope - Oct 24 42:24

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Steve Chalke talks about his work in communities and education that changes young people’s lives.By St Paul's Cathedral

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Could religious voters in the swing states decide the US election? 30:03

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The US presidential election looks as if it’s coming down to the wire in a handful of battleground states. Neither Kamala Harris nor Donald Trump has established a clear lead, and that raises the question of whether, even in today’s increasingly secular America, evangelical Christians could give former president Trump a crucial advantage in the rus…

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Marilynne Robinson: Reading Genesis - September 2024 46:02

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Marilynne Robinson’s new book 'Reading Genesis' is a profound meditation on the first book of the Bible. In it she explores both its greatness as literature and its rich articulation of themes that resonate through the whole of scripture and human history – the problem of evil, God’s relationship to humanity, the nature of creation.In this conversa…

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Three Dimensions of a Complete Life: Martin Luther King for this moment - Sept 2024 1:19:51

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On 6th December 1964, Dr Martin Luther King Jr preached to a packed St Paul’s Cathedral. On a flying visit on his way to Norway to collect his Nobel Peace Prize, he addressed a congregation of 4,000 people on The Three Dimensions of a Complete Life, providing the British public with a rare opportunity to hear him in person. Afterwards he gave a pre…

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Bede and the Theory of Everything - Sept 2024 54:51

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The Venerable Bede (c. 673 – 735) was the foremost scholar of the Middle Ages. A saint, historian, scientist, social reformer and translator of the Bible into English, he never left Northumbria but his impact was felt all over the Christian world. Fascinated by human nature, his writing reveals a man of vibrant curiosity with deep empathy for human…

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Losing faith: will Labour’s VAT policy hit religious schools hardest? 24:30

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In this week’s copy of The Spectator, Dan Hitchens argues that a lesser reported aspect of Labour’s decision to impose VAT on private schools is who it could hit hardest: faith schools. Hundreds of independent religious schools charge modest, means-tested fees. Could a hike in costs make these schools unviable? And, with uncertainty about how ideol…

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Stories from St Paul's: The Light of the World 9:14

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Autumn 2024 will see one of the most significant pieces of art in our collection back on display inside St Paul’s following a period of conservation work: William Holman Hunt’s The Light of the World. Discover the story behind this beloved and well-travelled painting in this podcast episode.By St Paul's Cathedral

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From the archives: An atheist goes on a Christian pilgrimage. Why? 22:39

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Writer Guy Stagg threw in his job to undertake a pilgrimage to Jerusalem via Rome - choosing a hazardous medieval route across the Alps. It nearly killed him: at one stage, trying to cross a broken bridge in Switzerland, he ended up partially submerged in the water, held up only by his rucksack. On this episode of Holy Smoke, from the archives, Guy…

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The Spirituality of Jane Austen: a workshop at St Paul’s Cathedral (Part Two) 53:41

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The Revd Paula Hollingsworth examines Jane Austen’s spirituality, faith and values through her novel 'Pride and Prejudice'. Paula Hollingsworth is Chaplain at St Paul’s Cathedral, and the author of 'The Spirituality of Jane Austen' https://www.eden.co.uk/christian-books/christian-living/christianity-and-the-arts/the-spirituality-of-jane-austen/…

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The Spirituality of Jane Austen: a workshop at St Paul’s Cathedral (Part One) 56:08

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The Revd Paula Hollingsworth explores Jane Austen’s life and faith, looking at her major novels and the spiritual themes that run through them.Paula Hollingsworth is Chaplain at St Paul’s Cathedral, and the author of 'The Spirituality of Jane Austen' www.eden.co.uk/christian-books/c…y-of-jane-austen/…

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Stories from St Paul's: The bells of St Paul's 9:03

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The bells of St Paul’s are a sound familiar to many who find themselves in the City of London, and the stories behind them reflect our rich history. Great Paul, Great Tom, the clock bells, the 12 change ringing bells, and the service bell – find out about them all in this podcast episode. Produced and presented by Douglas Anderson.…

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A Habsburg Archduke explains how not to be nasty on Twitter 24:25

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In this week's Holy Smoke episode Damian Thompson welcomes back Eduard Habsburg, Hungary's Ambassador to the Holy See and also, to give him his family title, Archduke Eduard of Austria. Last year he published The Habsburg Way: 7 Rules for Turbulent Times, which offered advice on how to live a good life based on the panoramic history of his dynasty.…

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Walsingham and the musical grief of the Reformation 20:31

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The other day I received a press release about an intriguing album of keyboard music by 16th- and early 17th-century composers, three Englishman and a Dutchman, played on the modern piano by Mishka Rushdie Momen, one of this country’s most gifted and intellectually curious young concert pianists. It’s called Reformation, and before I’d heard a note…

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🍻 The Dickens Inn | London Walking Audio Tour 3:10

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Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/KgL8xQnX1swEvCuv6 The Dickens Inn is a charming, historic pub and restaurant located in St. Katharine Docks, near Tower Bridge in London. Housed in an 18th-century wooden warehouse, it is believed to have connections to Charles Dickens, although its exact origins are unclear. The building was moved and restored …

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🌉 Tower Bridge | London Walking Audio Tour 4:24

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Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4TeMpfhU9c7VDWij8 Tower Bridge is one of London's most recognizable landmarks, spanning the River Thames near the Tower of London. Completed in 1894, this iconic bascule and suspension bridge combines Victorian Gothic architecture with advanced engineering of its time. Tower Bridge features two towers connected …

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🏰 The Tower of London | London Walking Audio Tour 4:35

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Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/3hUvmMddU9wCGBxr5 The Tower of London is a historic fortress and UNESCO World Heritage Site located on the north bank of the River Thames. Founded by William the Conqueror in 1066, it has served various roles over the centuries, including a royal palace, prison, treasury, and armory. The complex is best known fo…

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🔥 The Monument | London Walking Audio Tour 4:00

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Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/pLkZDdLsKiv2CnaZA The Monument to the Great Fire of London, commonly known as The Monument, is a striking column located near the northern end of London Bridge. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren and Dr. Robert Hooke, it was completed in 1677 to commemorate the Great Fire of London of 1666. Standing at 202 feet ta…

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🏦 Cannon Street | London Walking Audio Tour 4:47

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Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/biqRJ4CfgyGjfCJC6 Cannon Street is a historic thoroughfare in the heart of the City of London, running parallel to the River Thames. Named after the candlemakers who once operated there (originally "Candlewick Street"), it is now a bustling commercial area, home to numerous financial institutions and corporate o…

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🏰 Saint Paul's Cathedral | London Walking Audio Tour 5:08

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Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Jyw1SXZNRxaC8UgL6 St. Paul's Cathedral is one of London's most iconic landmarks and a masterpiece of English Baroque architecture. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren, it was completed in 1710 after the Great Fire of London destroyed the previous cathedral. Its magnificent dome, one of the largest in the world, dom…

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🌉 Millennium Bridge | London Walking Audio Tour 4:15

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Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Yu1qpwdMHFviLpfKA The Millennium Bridge, officially known as the London Millennium Footbridge, is a pedestrian suspension bridge spanning the River Thames in London. Opened in June 2000, the bridge connects St. Paul's Cathedral on the north bank to Tate Modern and Shakespeare's Globe on the south bank. Renowned …

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🎭 Shakespeare's Globe | London Walking Audio Tour 4:18

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Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HJnLHG8JKK3Fzck99 Shakespeare's Globe is a meticulously reconstructed open-air theatre on the South Bank of the River Thames in London. This faithful replica of the original Globe Theatre, where many of William Shakespeare's plays were performed in the early 17th century, was opened in 1997, thanks to the effort…

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🖼️ Tate Modern | London Walking Audio Tour 4:48

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Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fGkYwj6hVztTNAFw5 Tate Modern is one of the world's leading contemporary art museums, located on the South Bank of the River Thames in London. Housed in the former Bankside Power Station, its striking industrial architecture was redesigned by Swiss architects Herzog & de Meuron and opened to the public in 2000. …

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🏙️ OXO Tower Wharf | London Walking Audio Tour 4:18

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Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/G3Mia5GHHVwSPKCG7 OXO Tower Wharf is a vibrant riverside building located on the South Bank of the River Thames in London. Originally constructed as a power station in the late 19th century and later converted into a warehouse for the OXO beef cube company, the building is now a mixed-use development. It houses …

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📚 Waterloo Bridge (Secondhand Book Market) | London Walking Audio Tour 4:19

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Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/by3kP3TpD2PAYsWe6 The Waterloo Bridge Second Hand Book Market, located under the arches of Waterloo Bridge on the South Bank, is a beloved spot for book enthusiasts and visitors alike. This open-air market offers a wide variety of second-hand and antique books, including novels, rare editions, art books, and his…

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🎭 Southbank Centre | London Audio Walking Tour 4:52

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Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/z8igJaMiJMyDKK1P9 The Southbank Centre is a prominent arts and cultural complex located on the South Bank of the River Thames in London. It encompasses several iconic venues, including the Royal Festival Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall, and the Hayward Gallery. Established in 1951 for the Festival of Britain, the Sou…

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🎡 London Eye | London Walking Audio Tour 4:11

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Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/um41CMEjah67Ddpn6 The London Eye, also known as the Millennium Wheel, is a giant Ferris wheel on the South Bank of the River Thames in London. Standing at 135 meters (443 feet) tall, it was the world's tallest Ferris wheel when it opened in 2000. The London Eye offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city's s…

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🌉 Westminster Bridge | London Walking Audio Tour 4:25

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Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/CbG3824wFnG2vC9E6 Westminster Bridge is a historic bridge spanning the River Thames in London, connecting Westminster on the north bank to Lambeth on the south bank. Completed in 1862, it is the oldest road bridge in central London. The bridge is known for its green color, which matches the leather seats in the …

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🕰️ Big Ben | London Walking Audio Tour 4:34

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Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2BUDdgXdPp4KSi2AA Big Ben is one of London's most famous landmarks, often used to refer to both the Great Bell and the Elizabeth Tower that houses it. Located at the north end of the Houses of Parliament, the clock tower was completed in 1859 and stands 316 feet tall. Big Ben is renowned for its accurate timekee…

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🏛️ Houses of Parliament | London Walking Audio Tour 4:11

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Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/oHSeP4Cy9YUcmLFm7 The Houses of Parliament, also known as the Palace of Westminster, is the seat of the UK Parliament and one of London's most iconic landmarks. Situated along the River Thames, the complex includes the House of Commons and the House of Lords, where legislative decisions and debates take place. O…

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⛪ Westminster Abbey | London Walking Audio Tour 4:02

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Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/gFr7bY2YA477R9Ft9 Westminster Abbey is a historic and iconic Gothic church located in the heart of London. Founded in the 10th century, it has been the site of every British coronation since 1066 and numerous royal weddings, including that of Prince William and Kate Middleton in 2011. The Abbey is also a renowne…

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🦜 Birdcage World | London Walking Audio Tour 4:19

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Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/i3NgwifjB3aUmKfL6 Birdcage Walk is a historic street in London, running alongside St. James's Park and connecting Buckingham Palace with Westminster. Named after the royal aviary established by King James I in the early 17th century, the street once housed exotic birds and was part of a larger park used for roya…

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👑 Buckingham Palace | London Walking Audio Tour 4:50

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Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/QRZanAvruEha2XW27 Buckingham Palace is the official London residence of the British monarch and a symbol of the British monarchy. Originally built as a large townhouse for the Duke of Buckingham in 1703, it became the royal residence when Queen Victoria ascended the throne in 1837. The palace features 775 rooms,…

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🌳 The Mall | London Walking Audio Tour 3:12

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Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/uoPLtPr2cXn41QLDA The Mall is a grand ceremonial avenue in London, stretching from Trafalgar Square to Buckingham Palace. Lined with lush trees and British flags, it serves as a central route for royal processions and state occasions. The Mall is flanked by notable landmarks, including St. James's Park, the Admi…

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🏛️ Trafalgar Square | London Walking Audio Tour 4:10

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📍Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/xuPapCbUL4UvujcW8 Trafalgar Square, located in the heart of London, is one of the city's most iconic public spaces. Named after the Battle of Trafalgar, a significant naval victory led by Admiral Lord Nelson in 1805, the square was completed in the 1840s. At its center stands Nelson’s Column, a towering monumen…

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001 | Introduction to the Audio Guide 2:52

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Audio Guide London | Walking Tour of London in a Day Welcome to "Audio Guide London | Walking Tour of London in a Day," your ultimate companion for exploring the heart of London in just one day! Our expertly crafted audio guide takes you on the most efficient route to experience the city's iconic landmarks, historical sites, and hidden gems, all wi…

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What Is Hope? - June 2024 41:55

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We live in times that challenge hope. Climate change, pandemic, racism, war and injustice: in the face of these, where we find hope is an urgent question. Susanna Snyder says hope is not just optimism that things will turn out alright, if not in this world then in the next, but is something much more present, supple and resilient. She will explore …

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A Talk by the Revd Professor Wilda C. Gafney - May 2024 33:46

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A talk by renowned biblical scholar and womanist theologian, the Reverend Professor Wilda C. Gafney on the story of Hannah and Peninnah in the Hebrew Bible. Professor Gafney is the Right Rev. Sam B. Hulsey Professor of Hebrew Bible at Brite Divinity School in Fort Worth, Texas. She is also the author of 'A Women’s Lectionary for the Whole Church' a…

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Calm fire: the consolation of listening to Bruckner 30:23

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Here's an episode of Holy Smoke to mark the 200th anniversary of the birth of Anton Bruckner later this year. This embarrassingly eccentric genius was, perhaps, the most devoutly Catholic of all the major composers – but you don't have to be religious to appreciate the unique consolation offered by his gigantic symphonies. On the other hand, it's h…

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A Liberation Movement For The Earth - May 2024 30:14

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How do we build a movement of the people of God? If we turn to the earliest days of Christianity, we can find wisdom for how we can mobilise as Christians working for social justice today.Drawing as well from the great Liberation Theologians including Gutierrez, Cone and Black feminist theologians, Anupama Ranawana examines the connections between …

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The problem with cringe-making funerals 21:20

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When did supposedly religious funerals turn into ‘celebrations of life’ that are more about entertaining the congregation than mourning the dead person – who, these days, hasn’t died but ‘passed’? In this episode of Holy Smoke I’m joined by one of my favourite American priests, Fr Joe Krupp, a self-described ‘redneck’ from Michigan who reaches mill…

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Have A Little Faith - April 2024 1:23:22

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Kate Bottley talks about her own life and faith; about hope, being human, having doubts, getting through life’s hard bits, celebrating the great bits, and finding meaning and connection in it all.By St Paul's Cathedral

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Stories from St Paul's: Canon John Collins 6:02

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Canon of St Paul’s Cathedral for 33 years, John Collins was a remarkable priest and social reformer who was one of the world's leading proponents in the causes of justice, freedom and peace. Discover more about Collins’ life, work and activism in this podcast episode.Produced and presented by Douglas Anderson.…

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Stories from St Paul's: Jane Brewer 5:34

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When St Paul’s was constructed under the stewardship of Sir Christopher Wren, it was by a male dominated workforce – almost exclusively male – except for one woman: Jane Brewer, who cast and polished the golden pineapple found on the Cathedral’s south west tower. Find out more about Jane, and the curious pineapple architectural details to be found …

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How the Church of England patronises African Christians 17:03

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In this episode of Holy Smoke, I'm joined by The Spectator's features editor William Moore, who asks in this week's issue of the magazine whether the Church of England is 'apologising for Christianity'. A report by the Oversight Group, set up by the Church Commissioners to make reparations for African slavery, not only wants to see unimaginable sum…

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Belonging: A Theology Of Place (2024) 54:18

7M ago54:18

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Why do some places feel full of spiritual meaning and some feel desolate? There is a rich understanding of place in the Bible, which is full of stories of the surprising places where God is encountered, often interwoven with hospitality and welcoming the stranger. Andrew Rumsey will explore what place means in our spiritual lives, in the search for…

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Tarry Awhile (2024) 38:59

8M ago38:59

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Selina Stone and Paula Gooder explore the practice of tarrying - waiting on God – which is at the heart of Selina Stone’s Lent book Tarry Awhile: Wisdom from Black Spirituality for People of Faith, the Archbishop of Canterbury’s Lent book for 2024.They talk about favourite Bible stories about tarrying including Gethsemane, Jacob and the Angel, and …

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How much did Pope Francis know about Fr Marko Rupnik? 16:21

8M ago16:21

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At a press conference in Rome last week, an ex-nun claiming to have suffered ritual sex abuse at the hands of Fr Marko Rupnik turned the heat on Pope Francis. How much did he know about the stomach-turning charges levelled at the Slovenian mosaic artist, who was a Jesuit until he was thrown out of the order? And, more important, when did he know? W…

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Stories from St Paul's: The Suffragettes and the failed St Paul’s bomb plot 5:56

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On the 7th May 1913, the Suffragettes brought the fight for women’s votes to St Paul’s, when a plot to blow up the Bishop’s throne was narrowly foiled – after a Virger found the ticking bomb at the Cathedral’s east end. This podcast episode explores this fascinating story, and how it was reported at the time. Produced and presented by Douglas Ander…

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How liberal bishops are squeezing the life out of the Church of England 27:46

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Can the Church of England escape from the deadly grip of bishops and bureaucrats who spend their entire time genuflecting to the metropolitan Left? Why does Archbishop Justin Welby wade obsessively into secular political battles when his churches are emptying? And do worshippers realise that eye-watering sums of money are being siphoned off from th…

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