Author Archives: Sue Wright

About Sue Wright

I use Rene Girard's mimetic theory to read comics. It's amazing what comes to light. Comics are far richer than I ever realized.

2022 THEOLOGY & PEACE SUMMIT!

Posted on May 26, 2022 by Sue Wright

NOVEMBER 14-17th at the Scarritt Bennett Center in Nashville, Tennessee. The 2022 Theology & Peace Summit is sponsored by THE RAVEN FOUNDATION. This gathering will be a significant event! Given the war in Ukraine, the political polarization in the United … Continue reading →

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JOIN the THEOLOGY & PEACE SOCIAL HOUR FOR “MIMESIS AT THE MOVIES” every other Thursday at 4PM ET on Zoom!

Posted on August 10, 2021 by Sue Wright

August 12: SINKING SHIP 2021 short film by Sasha Leigh Henry A couple’s night out turns into a frank conversation about the state of their relationship. It’s clear the ship is sinking and it’s every man for himself. Former T&P … Continue reading →

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Revised Schedule for Discussion Series “Mimesis at the Movies”

Posted on June 9, 2021 by Sue Wright

Every other Thursday at 4:00 EST we will gather for our regular social time. At 4:30 we will discuss one of the films we’ve chosen. We recommend you watch it in advance. Scroll down for revised scheduled. OUR UPCOMING SCHEDULE: … Continue reading →

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REGISTER FOR THE COV&R CONFERENCE!

Posted on May 17, 2021 by Sue Wright

Theology & Peace will not host a conference this year, but we have another opportunity to gather. If you enjoyed last year’s COLLABORATORS’ CONFERENCE, I recommend this year’s COV&R ONLINE CONFERENCE, “Desiring Machines: Robots, Mimesis, and Violence in the Age … Continue reading →

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Join Theology & Peace Social Hour for “Mimesis at the Movies”

Posted on May 8, 2021 by Sue Wright

Every other Thursday at 4:00 EST, we will gather for our regular social time. At 4:30 we will discuss one of the films we’ve chosen. We recommend you watch it in advance. OUR UPCOMING SCHEDULE: May 20th: Promising Young Woman … Continue reading →

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Let’s Kick Start a Campaign for Loving Mimesis! #LoveContagion

Posted on October 20, 2020 by Sue Wright

With the election just weeks away, many are worried about the possibility of violence and unrest. During a recent Theology & Peace Social Hour we compiled a list of resources and ways to prepare. Mimetic Theory helps us understand the … Continue reading →

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Vern Neufeld Redekop has graciously agreed to share his work with us. It could not be more timely!

Posted on August 25, 2020 by Sue Wright

Vern Neufeld Redekop, PhD, is Professor Emeritus of Conflict Studies at Saint Paul University, Ottawa, Canada. He is a prior presenter for the Theology & Peace Conference and a long time member of the Colloquium on Violence & Religion. He … Continue reading →

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Reserve Your Spot for our Online Summit! Aug 10-14

Posted on July 3, 2020 by Sue Wright

THEOLOGY & PEACE & RAVEN FOUNDATION host the first annual COLLABORATORS CONFERENCE FOR THE FLOURISHING OF NONVIOLENT CHRISTIANITY!  This conference is an event fostering LEARNING, EMPOWERMENT, and COMMUNITY…and is now an online summit! Scroll down for details. #ColCon2020 The event is AUGUST 10-14. … Continue reading →

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Theology & Peace Conference Will Go Online!

Posted on May 3, 2020 by Sue Wright

A message from Preston Shipp, President of Theology & Peace: Greetings, Theology & Peace friends! I hope you and your loved ones are staying safe and sane in this anxious, troubled time, and are experiencing moments of peace and joy … Continue reading →

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REGISTER NOW FOR THE COLLABORATORS CONFERENCE!

Posted on March 20, 2020 by Sue Wright

The Collaborators Conference for the Flourishing of Nonviolent Christianity is an annual event fostering learning, empowerment, and community. This conference is presented by The Raven Foundation and Theology & Peace. AUGUST 10-14, 2020 ONLINE SUMMIT! LEARN MORE @ COLLABORATORSCONFERENCE.ORG

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