In this episode, we look at the theology and history of iconography and iconoclasm in the Abrahamic faiths. With recent events in France, this podcast provides a background of the issue that often results in destruction, violence and death. You can find a transcript of the episode at www.exploringexistence.org.Thanks for listening.

Exploring Existence

Iconography and Iconoclasm in the Abrahamic Faiths

Ely Cathedral is located in England's East Anglia and began as an abbey in the 7th Century before the Cathedral was built in the 11th Century. Throughout its history, Ely Cathedral has seen turmoil and destruction but has always remained a site of spiritual devotion and today is home to a welcoming and vibrant community.My guide for the podcast was Rebecca Mundy and in the episode we spoke about the story of Etheldreda, the founder and first abbess of Ely, the magnificent structure of the Cathedral including its famous Lantern, the destruction that occurred in the Cathedral during the English Reformation, and how the modern-day community operates with its commitment to worship and public outreach.

Ely Cathedral

Fr Michael Kelly is a member of the Society of Jesus, better known as the Jesuits. He has spent his career as a journalist, bringing to the interested reader a deeper understanding of the position of the Catholic Church in the world and its message after the Second Vatican Council. We spoke about the Jesuits, their experiential yet intellectual spirituality, and what Fr Kelly sees as living a good Catholic life.

The Jesuits with Fr Michael Kelly SJ

Father Dave Smith is an Anglican Priest who has used boxing as means of pursuing peace and justice in both his parish and around the world.

Fighting for God with Father Dave Smith

Zachary Isrow has spent his life asking himself the big questions. This has led him to explore Buddhism, Daoism, and numerous philosophical thinkers such as Martin Heidegger. Through this search he has developed his own worldview, Spectral Ontology. In this episode we discussed Zach's spiritual and philosophical search and also how he now helps other as a meditation and mindfulness coach.

Ontology and Daoism with Zachary Isrow

Fr Michael Tate has lived a life guided by the Holy Spirit, which has led him into academia, politics, foreign affairs, and ultimately to the Church.

From Ministry to Ministry with Fr Michael Tate

We are excited to be launching our new website exploringexistence.org where we have also posted a new article exploring the centrality of fire to the human experience.

Launching our Website and an Article on Sacred Fire

Mongolian Buddhism with Professor Vesna Wallace

Disasters, Hope and an all Loving God with Revd Dr Roger Abbott

Richard Lang is headless, and so are you! Richard is a follower of the headless way, a practice developed by Douglas Harding that asks people to look at who they really are. More information on the headless way can be found on their website at: https://www.headless.org/

Headlessness with Richard Lang

Elena started her life in the Anglican Church but through an ongoing journey of faith found solace in the Catholic Church. She has authored an article on her journey that can be accessed here: https://omniainchristo.wixsite.com/website/post/cominghome.

Finding the Church with Elena Therese-Rose

Ann Harrison is a Breathwork practitioner, a spiritual transformative practice that recognises the divine nature inherent in us all.More information on Ann can be found at her website: annharrison.com.au

The Breath with Ann Harrison

Nick Farr-Jones is the former captain of the Australian Rugby Union team and has, since finding God, continually strived to live a Christian life.

Christianity and The Process with Nick Farr-Jones

Fr Vincent is a member of the Apostles of Jesus, a Catholic African order of missionary priests. In this episode, we explore his journey into the priesthood, his missionary work, and the challenges facing the Church today.

The Apostles of Jesus with Fr. Vincent Musindalo AJ

Dr Helen Russ has used teachings from the Western Esoteric Tradition to study the spirit of organisations and places.You can find more information by Dr Helen Russ at her website: http://www.helenruss.com/

The Spirit of Organisations with Dr Helen Russ

Exploring the teachings and practices of the world's religions through the lens of personal experiences

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