Meeting Islam

St Ethelburga's

Centre for Reconciliation and Peace

faith is a source of conflict... and a resource for transforming conflict

meeting islam

This new series of events will take an experimental approach to deepening the dialogue between Muslims and non-Muslims in Britain. Moving away from traditional meeting formats, we invite maximum participation and seek to draw on our collective wisdom. We will make space for a wide spectrum of beliefs and opinions and offer an opportunity to listen deeply and speak honestly. Our aim is to delve beneath the surface issues and generate genuine and sustainable relationships that value our differences.

The question of usury

Tues 6 Nov ~ 6.30pm

The growing number of halal financial products in the marketplace reflect an increased awareness of the Islamic prohibition against usury. Similar teachings exist in the Jewish and Christian traditions, but are less well-known. Why is usury seen as potentially dangerous and what is the connection with the current global crisis? With Rev Peter Challen (Christian Council for Monetary Justice)& Dr Ahmad Thomson (barrister & member of the Murabitun Movement).

Suggested donation £5. You can let us know you're coming here.

The Retreat – Part II: An exploration of Sufism & Islam

Thurs 22nd Nov ~ 6.30pm

BBC 2 TV documentary ‘The Retreat’ followed six individuals through a traditional Islamic retreat. It revealed different views on the place of Sufi practice within mainstream Islam.

Navid Akhtar (Development Producer) and guests talk about the aftermath of the series. We also explore the relationship between Islam and Sufism, and the parallels with the mystical paths of other faiths.

Suggested donation £5. You can let us know you're coming here.

understanding islam

Authoritative and accessible training seminars are offered by Dr Chris Hewer, St Ethelburga's Fellow in Christian Muslim Relations. You can find out more here.