Programme for the CCJP event on 16 October 2018 at Christ Church, W4 5DT
2018’s ‘Peace in War’ event theme is: ‘Justice in Peace – Forgiveness… Seeking reconciliation after conflict and genocide’
Welcome – Simon Rodway OBE, CCJP Chair and Revd. Denis Adide, Christ Church
Introduction from the event’s chair – Torin Douglas, MBE
Readings: poetry and prose – Clare Byam-Shaw and Ewan Stewart
The psychology and challenges of recognition, justice and reconciliation after genocide – Dr Harry Hagopian, KOG, KSL
Harp recital – Paula Popa
The universal values of peace and justice – Father Laurence Freeman, OSB
A short period of meditation led by Fr Laurence Freeman
Panel discussion – chaired by Torin Douglas with speakers, Dr Harry Hagopian, Fr Laurence Freeman and guest panellist Revd. Martine Oborne – responding to questions and comments from the floor
A few personal final thoughts – Ruth Cadbury, MP
Closing prayer – Simon Rodway
There will be a break for complimentary Fairtrade tea and coffee at approximately half-way through the above programme.
There will be a retiring collection for the work of the World Community for Christian Meditation as you leave the Church.