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About stewculbard

I am a retired secondary school teacher of Humanities, having spent a major portion of my working life as a Minister of Religion with the Baptist denomination. I would now describe myself as a secular humanist and a socialist. I am married to Vicky and we have three children - two sons and a married daughter - all of whom are in their thirties. Formerly of Melbourne, Australia, we are all now living in England. My academic studies have been undertaken in Australia, the UK and the USA. I have a doctorate in religious studies from the San Francisco Theological Seminary. In retirement I enjoy reading, listening to classical music and writing. I am a member of Republic, Sea of Faith, Dignity in Dying Campaign and the National Secular Society. As well, I have a subscription to a number of cultural and political associations, including Amnesty International and, as a committed European, The Federal Trust.

Now we can all wear the old school tie

Posted on 25/11/2012 by stewculbard

Perhaps the most amusing part of David Cameron’s speech to the October Conservative Party Conference was when he said, “I went to a great school and I want every child to have a great education like mine. I am not … Continue reading →

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An ancient conflict updated – a perspective

Posted on 18/11/2012 by stewculbard

The issue of Palestine has, once again, made the headlines during the past week. More specifically, in response to Hamas, the ruling order in the Gaza Strip, firing its rockets into Israel and the consequent loss of lives, the Israelis have not only … Continue reading →

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Royalty, religion and republic

Posted on 19/10/2012 by stewculbard

From a supporter’s perspective, royalty has had a productive past year or so. There was the wedding of William Windsor and Kate Middleton, not quite the event concocted for Charles and Diana, despite the effort to make it so, but … Continue reading →

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A farewell to Campion speech – 20 July 2012

Posted on 25/09/2012 by stewculbard

As we all are aware, every word from John Perkins’ mouth is sincere – whether on this occasion they are true, or not, I will leave others to decide. It has been a privilege, and at most times a pleasure, … Continue reading →

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A reason for being and blogging

Posted on 25/09/2012 by stewculbard

When I worked as a schoolteacher, I became well known for sending memos to colleagues. This was in the pre-laptop computer days. When my school, Campion Academy, Northampton, introduced laptops for each member of staff, I graduated to sending emails. … Continue reading →

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Hello world!

Posted on 20/07/2012 by stewculbard

Welcome to my world. I trust that it will be a world in which you may find careful thought, relevant topics, reasoned opinion, and discussion. May it be a world that links and resonates with the one in which you … Continue reading →

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