mattmorris111

This week I have been pondering a Greek word: philoxenia. It literally means ‘love the stranger’. Theologies are often developed around this core concept of welcoming the stranger and, through this process, becoming acquainted. I have been reflecting on how this can result in a feeling of belonging, which is such a powerful antidote to that feeling of estrangement from the world, which sometimes can feel overpowering. It’s one of the things I particularly love about our men’s group, where...

I’ve been challenging myself to be more explicit about my intention to live a life centred on spirituality. In Aotearoa some people find...

As we grow, and learn more about ourselves, we sometimes need to make significant changes. In 2024 I made the decision to end the food...