‘Shoreline Conversations’ is an ecumenical project designed to provide encouragement and resources for individuals and groups who wish to explore the spiritual dimension to life from a broadly Christian perspective.
Key to the initiative is creating opportunities for reflection and spiritual conversation and we are inviting participation from as wide a constituency as possible. Individuals can participate, as can local groups and whole congregations.
Avowedly ecumenical in attitude and intention, we hope that this initiative will not only enrich the life of local churches and Christian communities, but also provide a basis for the sharing of life and faith between Christians of different traditions.
Indeed, the approach that we recommend may also be of value in engaging those who are no longer formally attached to the Church in any of its institutional forms, but still seek spiritual nourishment from the Christian tradition.
The title ‘Shoreline Conversations’ expresses with some clarity the attitude and the stance, which underpins this initiative. It points to the quality of graceful communication encapsulated in the word ‘conversation’ while evoking a sense of the vibrant, constantly changing borderlands between the spiritual and the secular; the inward journey and its outward expression.
– Mark Davis
“In moments of solitude we seek freedom, growth and understanding, but a ‘breathing space’ can also describe a place of encounter…a sacred space where friends meet to compare notes and share experience, seeking insight through a graceful exchange of thoughts and feelings. Alone or in company we seek the Divine Presence…”
Mark Davis
Key aspects of the conversational methodology we are promoting and espousing. Notes about personal reflection and graceful conversation are complemented by advice about gathering and facilitating groups.
How individuals and local groups, associations and whole communities can participate in this ecumenical project. Exploring together what is means to live a balanced, thoughtful life from a broadly Christian perspective. How to access suitable training.
Our offering to those who would like to become more proficient in facilitating groups gathered for spiritual conversation. An introductory two-day workshop is supplemented by further bespoke learning opportunities for those who wish to develop this form of ministry.
info@shorelineconversations.com