Category Archives: Religion

Ben-Hur (2016) – a few first thoughts

Posted on 09/09/2016 by Maria Pretzler

Well, I could hardly not go and see the new movie version of Ben-Hur which opened today. Films set in the ancient world, if they are successful, such as Gladiator (2000) and 300 (2007), make a difference to how people think … Continue reading →

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What the Church of England is really saying about same-sex marriage

Posted on 12/06/2012 by Maria Pretzler

Guest post by Alan Renwick, Reader in Comparative Politics, University of Reading   @alanjrenwick Confused about the Church of England’s arguments concerning same-sex marriage? Here is a brilliant executive summary which which knows how to read between the lines. Alan Renwick … Continue reading →

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A Bankers’ Gospel?

Posted on 13/11/2011 by Maria Pretzler

This morning at mass I experienced a remarkable example of how a well-known story can change its meaning when its historical context changes. This week’s Gospel was Matthew 25.13-30, the story of the talents. Here it is in full: 13 “Therefore … Continue reading →

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