The Swedenborg Open Learning Centre is now offering two spiritual online groups. Introduction to Swedenborgian Spirituality and Navigating Uncertainty. Both of these meet for six sessions. The group sizes are small to encourage discussion. All sessions are free.
Introduction to Swedenborgian Spirituality
Leader Robin Wooldridge
New to the Teachings? Curious or just open-minded? Then join their Introduction to Swedenborgian Spirituality. This online group programme is a series of 6 evening fortnightly meetings for the absolute newcomer. Each session begins with a short presentation on a key concept of his Teachings. Then it is open to discussion and exploration. The sessions each last approximately 90 mins. No prior knowledge is required and the meetings are informal and open to anyone – irrespective of faith or belief.
1. Sunday 4th Sept 7pm Who are we?
Starting with ourselves a gentle introduction into the nature of man – as being both a natural and spiritual being. The nature of the proprium will be explored along with the four loves.
2. Sunday 18th Sept 7pm Where are we?
An exploration of Swedenborg’s world view – from the natural to the spiritual. The idea of influx will be considered along with the belief that we exist in both the natural and spiritual worlds now.
3. Sunday 2nd Oct 7pm Why are we?
In this module the purpose of life will be explored and regeneration
4. Sunday 16th Oct 7pm Revealing the Path
An exploration of Swedenborg’s Teachings and what we can learn from them. The group will look at how one can engage with them.
5. Sunday 30th Oct 7pm Walking the Path
How to develop a spiritual practice. The group will look at Swedenborg’s rules for Life and consider how we can begin living a prayerful life.
6. Sunday 13th Nov 7pm Metanoia
Walking the Path to regeneration. How to maintain a spiritual outlook on life and overcome the pitfalls.
Further information here
Navigating Uncertainty
Leader Stephen Russell-Lacy
This online group is a course which starts Autumn 2022. It focuses on a deeper awareness of feelings and ideas that can support our journey through life. The online group sessions run fortnightly.
Session 1 Ideal qualities in humanity
7pm Thursday 13th Oct
Session 2 Meaningful aims in life
7pm Thursday 20th Oct
Session 3 Connecting with difficult people
7pm Thursday 27th Oct
Session 4 Good experiences
7pm Thurdsay 3rd Nov
Session 5 Worry and stress
7pm Thursday 10th Nov
Session 6 Facing death with courage
7pm Thursday 17th Nov