Notes on the Margin

By Hugh Rayment-Pickard

We use the word marginalization all the time, and almost always in a negative sense. There is a good reason for this. Being marginalised from communities, families, societies can be deeply hurtful. And sometimes, if we are overwhelmed by exclusion, it can be catastrophically painful. But part of the wisdom of Christianity is that there is no situation in which God’s grace cannot operate. God’s providence does not respect human boundaries. [Continue Reading]

International Day Against Homophobia (IDAHO) Service, Belfast 2012

The Revd Brian Stewart, Ms Pam Tilson and Prof Michael O’Flaherty at the IDAHO service at St George’s Church, Belfast, 20th May 2012. [Continue Reading]

IDAHO address by Professor Michael O’Flaherty

Chief Commissioner for Human Rights for N Ireland

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Welcoming the Neighbour

By Pádraig ÓTuama

Words for the launch of Changing Attitude Ireland’s Parish Welcoming Leaflet, May 17, 2012, St. George’s Church, Belfast. [Continue Reading]