May Interfaith Blog

This month begins with Beltane with symbolism and associations linked to fertility- of the land, of livestock, families and of the mind. I’m aware that there’s a notion that some other faiths and beliefs express displeasure with respect to fertility and more specifically to open discussion of sexual intercourse. That, from my experience, is not … Read more

May Faiths Festivals

1st May Pagan BeltaneA festival marking the beginning of Summer, associated with fertility for families, fields, livestock and also of imagination and inspiration. Beltane essentially means ‘Fires of Bel’ and is one of the fire festivals. https://religionmediacentre.org.uk/factsheets/the-festival-of-beltane/ 1st/ 2nd May Baha’i 12th day of Ridvan The Twelfth Day of Ridván is one of the most … Read more

April Interfaith Blog

Ask in any Pagan gathering what one might do to connect deeply with a Pagan tradition, it’s a pretty safe bet that many of the responses will be to spend time in nature. It’s a good answer. Within those responses is an implication that you would be learning, and in learning, you’d gain understanding, and … Read more

Britain’s faith communities: don’t silence peaceful protest

The Pagan Federation has joined faith and belief leaders from across the UK in signing this joint letter because the right to peaceful protest is an important part of a healthy democratic society and a protection relied upon by many communities, including minority faith groups. As an organisation committed to equality, religious freedom, and the … Read more