Mike's musings

Saturday, February 24, 2007

Journey through Lent

From Sally's blog: "As we take the beginning steps of our journey through Lent, who would we take as a companion? Name five people, real or imaginary, you might like to have with you as guide or guardian or simply good friend."

John Calvin: I think he was a fascinating theologian, and is much maligned. I think part of the problem he had was that he had too much faith in human nature. I'd be very interested to spend some time with him talking, debating, and learning.
Alasdair MacIntyre: I've read some of his theology, and it's very good: really based in the social, which resonates strongly with me.
William Byrd: for the music, always the music.
Archbishop Rowan Williams I'd like to talk and debate and pray about the issues of homosexuality in the Communion, and how it fits into the broader picture. I'd take Archbishop Peter Akinola as an alternative, if Rowan's a bit busy.
Moo: as a Christian: I don't know if it'll ever happen, but it would be great.

Labels: Lent, theology