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Helen Dawes

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Principal of Westcott House, Cambridge. Church of England priest, love churches, schools, and gardening.

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The Telegraph is publishing dangerous myths about Justin Welby and therapy A recent column in The Telegraph implied that Christian leaders shouldn't need therapy because they can ask God for help instead. Fr Mark Edwards explains why he believes this viewpoint is both wrong ...

Mark Edwards' point in this article is well made and important - it is never shameful to seek or accept mental health support. Not for the clergy, not for anyone.
www.premierchristianity.com/opinion/the-...

06.03.2026 11:10 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The @feministtheology.bsky.social collaborated with @practicaltheology.bsky.social Hub for a series of articles and mine is out today: practicaltheologyhub.com?p=2081 #feminist #theology #iwd26

05.03.2026 10:28 πŸ‘ 14 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 2

We are recruiting! Could it be just right for you? Do you know someone you could point in our direction? Please share!

20.02.2026 12:35 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Exploring a vocation to ordained ministry? Come join us for our online Open Evening for ordinands next month to learn more about training, formation and community life at Westcott House. Scan the QR to book a place or visit: https://buff.ly/KKrMJIE

17.02.2026 12:01 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Starting soon, join Dr Eleni Ponirakis, Associate Lecturer at Westcott House for this course in Celtic and Medieval Spirituality. Examine relationships between spirituality, theology, science, literature, art & more in Celtic and medieval thought. Info: scan QR or visit https://ow.ly/EbQS50XeiPH

14.01.2026 12:00 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

This parish is in the bottom 1% of the deprivation index. Over 30% of adults have no qualifications.

Tonight at Lent group we wrote cinquains and had a lively discussion about apophatic and kataphatic approaches to prayer.

Never make assumptions about what people are capable of and interested in.

27.03.2025 20:56 πŸ‘ 67 πŸ” 10 πŸ’¬ 4 πŸ“Œ 0

Such a joy to see some of our wonderful 2024 leavers again!

21.03.2025 13:48 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This is my body, broken for you: Jesus and trauma | St Paul's Cathedral

I’m speaking at St Paul’s Cathedral on 6th July β€œThis is my body, broken for you: Jesus and Trauma”

It’s free - reserve your spot here

www.stpauls.co.uk/whats-on/my-...

18.03.2025 11:04 πŸ‘ 19 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

We are hugely blessed in the wonderful people and organisations who contribute to our 'Ministry for Life' programme for ordinands.

11.03.2025 16:22 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

This is always a really valuable part of our programme - thank you @canontim.bsky.social!

07.03.2025 15:34 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I guess this is what we mean we when we say we're sacramental and inclusive 😊

06.03.2025 09:14 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

This was so much fun!

04.03.2025 13:35 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Westcott Introduction to Feminist Theology with Dr Karen O'Donnell Join us for a fascinating online session with Dr Karen O'Donnell to delve into the world of Feminist Theology!

Still time to sign up for my Introduction to Feminist Theology class on Friday 7th March (online 10-12)

Great opportunity to get to grips with the key ideas in feminist theology and some creative feminist theologians!

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/westcott-i...

04.03.2025 11:14 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Sitting with a prayer for a season brings all sorts of gifts. As a place shaped by a common life, where we strive for inclusivity, this prayer by Canon Sarah Jones has been a blessing on us in the last few weeks.

27.02.2025 08:17 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

One foot in front of the other, making sure I did at least a *bit* (no matter how much) in each session of research time I had scheduled, making a plan with my supervisor and then doing the next thing on it - rather than looking up too far and being overwhelmed by the whole project.

25.02.2025 12:03 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Image of a lighted candle in the chapel of Westcott House.

Image of a lighted candle in the chapel of Westcott House.

Today in chapel the Westcott community held a vigil for Ukraine and Russia to mark the Third Anniversary of Russian Invasion of Ukraine, praying for all who strive for peace and who fight for justice, remembering the cost of war and asking God to help us work for a better tomorrow.

24.02.2025 17:30 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Image of Abigail Ogier, Deputy Head of Chaplaincy at MHA.

Image of Abigail Ogier, Deputy Head of Chaplaincy at MHA.

1/2 It was good to welcome back Abigail Ogier, Deputy Head of Chaplaincy at MHA, with us today to lead a session on ageing and dementia for our first years as we continue our β€˜Ministry for Life’ series on Key Issues in Pastoral Care.

21.02.2025 15:31 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

I should have guessed this would be Sarah's answer!

19.02.2025 11:05 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Know someone who might be great for this role? Send them our way!

14.02.2025 13:38 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I utterly love the supportiveness of the @westcotthousecam.bsky.social community when an ordinand is singing BCP Evensong for the first time. ❀️‍

12.02.2025 18:01 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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Have you booked your place at our upcoming UKME/GMH Vocations & Discipleship Conference?

πŸŽ‰ Being Built Together: Minority Ethnic Vocations – The Circle of Discipleship πŸŽ‰
πŸ“… Friday 28 March 2025 09:30-15:30
πŸ“ St Michael's Centre, Stoke Gifford

ow.ly/xAs950UQgar

#BeingBuiltTogether #UKMEVocations

11.02.2025 16:28 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Especially if they have distinguished military careers behind them and are yacht-owning single dads with one daughter!

11.02.2025 13:32 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Just unfortunate that you can't block without first clicking through to their profile - given that you can make a good guess from the thumbnail!

11.02.2025 12:39 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
The island of Hoy photographed from Stromness. The sun is setting but the sky is still light.

The island of Hoy photographed from Stromness. The sun is setting but the sky is still light.

We have an announcement.

Last night (for the first time this year) we drove home in daylight. πŸ’‘β€οΈ

07.02.2025 12:50 πŸ‘ 5312 πŸ” 165 πŸ’¬ 69 πŸ“Œ 9

I can't believe I am lucky enough to learn from these fantastic women!
Go to the sessions if you can they will be amazing πŸ₯°

05.02.2025 10:50 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Cat do ron ron ron
Cat do ronronne

05.02.2025 09:45 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Event: Westcott Introduction to Feminist Theology with Dr Karen O’Donnell - Westcott House Join us for a fascinating online session with Dr Karen O'Donnell to delve into the world of Feminist Theology!

I’m running an Introduction to Feminist Theology @westcotthousecam.bsky.social for International Women’s Day #iwd2025

7th March, online, 10am-12pm

Booking info here www.westcott.cam.ac.uk/news/event-w...

04.02.2025 16:28 πŸ‘ 11 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Being Built Together Minority Ethnic Vocations - The Circle of Discipleship. Friday 28th March, St Michael's Centre, Stoke Gifford

Being Built Together Minority Ethnic Vocations - The Circle of Discipleship. Friday 28th March, St Michael's Centre, Stoke Gifford

The Diocese of Bristol, in partnership with the Diocese of Oxford and supported by the Racial Justice team, is hosting a UKME/GMH Conference:
πŸŽ‰ Being Built Together: Minority Ethnic Vocations – The Circle of Discipleship πŸŽ‰
πŸ“… Friday, 28 March 2025
πŸ“ St Michael's Centre, Stoke Gifford
#UKMEVocations

03.02.2025 14:47 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1

Today is lecture one in our brilliant Theology & Trauma class! Powerful and provocative last year, I have high hopes for this year’s cohort.

We team teach this and ask students to collaborate throughout - community is essential for this kind of learning

27.01.2025 09:06 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Prizes - SST Society for the Study of Theology

Black Theology Essay Prize - Deadline Extended

β€œThis is my body, this is my blood: Enfleshed Knowledge in Black & Womanist Theology”

New deadline 28th Feb 2025

More info www.theologysociety.org.uk/prizes/

27.01.2025 09:05 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0