Episode 28

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Published on:

11th Sep 2024

Reverend Daniel Costley, Unitarianism and Channing School

Summary

Reverend Daniel Costley shares his journey to becoming a Unitarian minister and how his faith has influenced his personal and professional life. He explains the core beliefs and values of Unitarianism, including freedom, reason, and tolerance. He discusses the welcoming and inclusive nature of Unitarian churches and the importance of community and individual spiritual exploration. Reverend Costley also highlights the Unitarian commitment to social justice and interfaith dialogue. He shares his role as a governor at Channing School, an independent girls' school with Unitarian values, and the importance of education and creating safe spaces for students. He concludes by discussing his hobbies of photography and learning Spanish.

Takeaways

  • Unitarianism is a faith that values freedom, reason, and tolerance, allowing individuals to find their own spiritual path.
  • Unitarian churches are welcoming and inclusive, providing a space for community and individual exploration.
  • Unitarians are committed to social justice and engage in interfaith dialogue to learn from and work with other faith traditions.
  • Channing School, an independent girls' school with Unitarian values, prioritizes education, inclusivity, and creating safe spaces for students.
  • Reverend Costley enjoys photography and learning Spanish as his hobbies.

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Chatting with Channing
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