at the soliton sessions in ventura this week several thoughts collided as i found myself sharing the presence of doug pagitt, shane claiborne, si johnston, ched myers, kester brewin, greg russinger and the bridge communities - all worth a bit of a google if you've time to read up on these marvellous people (and if you want an object lesson in hospitality you should go and stay with my amazing friends jared and regina williams):
bonhoeffer - if you're in love with your vision of community, your community will fail. if you're prepared instead to love people, then you might just succeed at building community.
hospitality is more than having friends over for dinner - it is an attitude of mind and heart - a demeanour of generosity toward everyone and everything. that's too important to miss, so i'll say it again: hospitality is more than having friends over for dinner - it is an attitude of mind and heart - a demeanour of generosity toward everyone and everything.
also - what would the world look like if we based politics on hospitality? if we saw foreign policy as an opportunity for nations to show each other generosity?
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Well Gareth I can't be as erudite as Jared but....
it's was nice to talk with you, only if briefly in Miki's garage. And hearing you speak at Jared's was very thought provoking and sent me on a new journey of introspection.
Until our paths cross again - Julie
Interesting thread. Lots to chew on. It's too bad Jared's threats are idle because we really miss his regular presence in the blogosphere.
This is my first visit to your blog! Nice to be visiting your blog!
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