Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] This week – in what may be the best recommendation we’ve ever had – we’re talking to theologian, former American footballer, and probably Rowan Williams’ biggest fanboy, Danté Stewart. With fire in his belly, Danté “takes us to church”, telling us the story of his own faith journey;…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] A belated congratulations to Kim Leadbeater MP, the newly-elected MP for Batley and Spen. Kim spoke at Greenbelt in 2016 – just one year on from the murder of her sister, Jo Cox – about how an act designed to drive her community apart brought it together instead.…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] We were sad to hear of the passing of the wonderful evangelical leader Joel Edwards. We were lucky enough to welcome Joel to the field a couple of times. Most recently in 2008 when he spoke about the future of evangelicalism: https://www.greenbelt.org.uk/talks/what-are-evangelicals-for/. Our thoughts and prayers and with…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] Get your best philosophical hats out for this episode because we’re doing a deep dive into the not-so-holy-trinity of dinner table topics – religion, politics and belief – with Andrew Copson, Chief Executive of Humanists UK. Andrew gives us the 411 on what it means to be a…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] Applications for our trustee roles close today. Get your completed form back to us by midnight to be in with a chance of being part of the Greenbelt Board and having your say as we build the future of the festival. https://www.greenbelt.org.uk/opportunities/#all #GreenbeltFestival #Greenbelt #Artistry #Activism #Belief [ad_2]…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] We’re somewhere to come together, where we’re just as likely to dream up a better world as we are to dance and debate, to pray and to party (ideally all of those things at the same time). #Greenbelt #Artistry #Activism #Belief [ad_2] Greenbelt Festival Source MORE RECENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] We’re feeling humbled and full of love this week as we chat to artist, speaker, writer and priest, Mpho Tutu. Mpho tells us about her experiences living under apartheid as a young girl and the freedom and justice that so many South Africans, including her family, fought for.…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] Our weekday Prospect Farm gathering is perfect for anyone looking for a slice of late summer. Ticket prices are just £65 for adults and £15 for children. Meet us in the field on 23 August for three nights of camping in the breathtaking grounds of Boughton House, Northamptonshire;…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] Modern refugee ‘crises’ aren’t the first to impact Europe or the wider world. What can we learn from the past that can help us to respond in a more meaningful way in the present? Alasdair Roxburgh, then head of humanitarian and conflict campaigns for Save the Children, came…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] This week we bask in the warmth of Rabbi Herschel Gluck – an incredible Orthodox Jewish leader – whose entire life seems to be one big act of love. Aside from being in awe of Rabbi Gluck’s gentle soul and kind nature, we talk about his life-long dedication…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] You have just two weeks left to get your Greenbelt trustee applications in. We’re looking for brilliant people who are passionate about what we do. You don’t need to be a Greenbelt ‘lifer’ to apply – in fact, if you’ve only just discovered us we’d really value your…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] If your summer is looking slightly less carefree following last week’s lockdown extension announcement, then perhaps we can help ease the pain a little. When we opened the box office for our jaunt to Prospect Farm, we didn’t know what to expect. We restricted sales to those of…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] This week on the podcast it’s our absolute privilege to chat with Yvonne Ridley, a journalist and activist who has one of the most fascinating life stories we think you’ll ever hear. Plus, her very enthusiastic peacocks have their say, too. We talk about Yvonne’s experience as a…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] We’re looking for brilliant people who are passionate about Greenbelt to help us dream the future of the festival as we journey towards our 50th anniversary in 2023 and beyond. If you think that could be you, or know someone who would be great, why not apply to…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] Tickets for Prospect Farm go on sale at 7pm today (Mon 7th June). If you registered as a Prospector you'll get an email at 7pm with all the details you need to get your tickets. We had lots of interest in the gatherings and expect it *may* be…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] It’s #VolunteersWeek, so we want to take this chance to say a mahoosive thank you to all our gorgeous volunteers (that’s every single one of you). We really miss you and hope we’re able to see you and hug you soon. Love, Team Greenbelt. [ad_2] Source MORE RECENT…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] We are looking to recruit two brand new Greenbelt trustees, as well as a new Chair of Trustees. If you’ve ever sat in the Jesus Arms, or read our manifesto, or listened to our podcast and found yourself feeling fired up about the festival we all make together,…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] Those of us who've been fortunate enough to have the headspace, time and chance have found new ways to connect with nature over this last year. Reflecting on this new and deeper connection with nature some of us have been blessed with made us think back to a…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] We’re off to the farm! Lots of you loved the sound of doing something different this year, so we’re thrilled to be able to say that we’ll be heading to Prospect Farm in late August. If you registered to be a Prospector, you should already have an email…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] In the first series of our Somewhere To Believe In (STBI) podcast we talked to former CEO of Stonewall, the Baroness of Bethnal Green herself, Ruth Hunt. Ruth had just curated a book of chapters by a clutch of wonderful LGBTQ+ people who had grown up in a…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] It's just over two weeks now until representatives from many countries will be attending the G7 summit in Cornwall, to talk about 'building back better' and how, as a global community, we can create a greener, more sustainable, more prosperous future. We're hopeful that the summit will mark…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] “We have to have global systemic change. Nothing else will do.” – Mike Berners-Lee on climate change 🌍. Watch Mike’s full talk from Greenbelt 2019 here https://youtu.be/ok5GKIHQdIE [fb_vid autoplay= “true” id=”552993209020965″] [ad_2] Source MORE RECENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] Today’s the day. To be part of the up-coming 21st Century East Midlands Gold Rush (as it will be known in years to come), you really do need to register to be a Prospector at one of our Prospect Farm camping gatherings this August *by midnight tonight*. We’ll…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] Greenbelters! You’ve got until midnight on Sunday night to let us know if you want to come to our Prospect Farm camping gatherings this August. We’ve put together some FAQs for you at the link below too. For now we just need you to register so we can…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] We’ve had lots of questions since sharing our Prospect Farm idea with you. And that’s understandable. We’ve never done anything quite like this before. And you’ve probably never been to anything quite like this before. We’re still crunching the numbers, so if you’ve not let us know yet…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] Prospect Farm isn’t just for ‘old-timers’. Greenbelters who’ve been coming to the festival since year dot. (And, yes, there are quite a few of that loyal bunch!) Ok, yes, we’re going back to our roots, to explore the source, the instincts and inspiration of our community movement. But…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] We’ll say more next week about how Prospect Farm is **not** just for old-skool, long-term Greenbelters, but for everyone. Seriously. But who could resist the nostalgia of the 70s right now? The styles, the typefaces, the colours, the tents, the politics. We’ve been amazed at how you’ve responded…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] Prospect Farm. We think it’s a good idea. We think you’ll think it’s a good idea. But we just need you to tell us you think it’s a good idea. After cancelling the full-blown festival, we can’t swap one set of risks for another this summer. So, please…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] If you’ve not been able to join us and Christian Aid at the virtual Tiny Tea Tent yet this week, today is your last chance. Meet us there and let’s say a prayer in solidarity with those experiencing the worst of climate injustice. #AmenToClimateJustice https://www.christianaid.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns/tea-time-prayer [ad_2] Source MORE…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] Let’s meet at the Tiny Tea Tent at 4pm today for a brew together and to hear from our partner Christian Aid about how climate change is affecting the way Kenyan farmers can grow the crop you love to drink most. And to say a prayer and commit…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] Climate change is affecting the way farmers in Kenya can grow the crop you love to drink most. Tea. Let’s meet at the Tiny Tea Tent at 4pm today for a cuppa and to hear all about this issue from our partner Christian Aid. And to say a…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] “Pouring out hot water on loose-leaf or tea bag, into teapot or favourite mug, we pour out our intercessions for a change of heart by politicians to put planet and people first.” Join us and Christian Aid in the Tiny Tea Tent at 4pm today to say a…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] Meet us in the Tiny Tea Tent at 4pm today for a brew and to hear from our partner Christian Aid about how climate change is affecting the way Kenyan farmers grow the crop you love to drink most. And to say a prayer and commit to change…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] At 4pm today we’ll be meeting for the first of six tea-time get-togethers this week. Grab a brew, and join us and our partners Christian Aid to hear about how tea farming in Kenya is being affected by climate change. And to say a quick prayer to commit…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] We’re down. But we’re not out. We’re heartbroken. But hopeful. And your wonderfully supportive and understanding response to our cancelling the *full-blown* festival has made us realise – more than ever – that we need to find another way to gather. If we possibly can. It needs to…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] We wanted to say hello. And see how you’re doing? Is everything okay? We hope so. *Group hug*. We may be down, but we’re not out. Because your wonderful response, love and support since we announced we were cancelling the *full-blown* festival has been overwhelming and has reminded…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] Let's meet at the Tiny Tea Tent at 4pm each afternoon in Christian Aid Week (10th-15th May) for a brew together and to hear from our partner Christian Aid about how climate change is affecting the way tea farmers in Kenya can grow the crop you love to…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] If you want to know more about why we’ve had to cancel Greenbelt for a second year *holds back tears*, aren’t sure how to go about getting a refund, or have any other questions for us. You can (hopefully) find the answers you’re looking for here: https://www.greenbelt.org.uk/gb21-update/#faqs And,…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] We’re not just a festival, we’re also a family. And not only for the four magical days we spend together in the field each year, but all year-round. Each individual in our way, with our own opinions and beliefs. But all welcome, loved and doing our best to…
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Latest Festival Flyer update from Greenbelt [ad_1] Enjoy the show with us. All of them. From stand-up comedy to sit-down theatre to so, so much more. https://www.greenbelt.org.uk/buy-tickets #GreenbeltFestival #Greenbelt #Artistry #Activism #Belief [ad_2] Source MORE RECENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
