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.

Dr. Brian D. Robinette’s Talk Now Available

Enjoy the video of this thought provoking talk. A few Brian’s quotes from the talk: God is utterly nonviolent. The absence of contemplation and silence (awareness) opens us up to violence. Creation is the scene of our communion with God.

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Dr. Sharon Baker Putt on CHRISTOMIMESIS

Enjoy the recording of Dr. Sharon Baker Putt’s inspiring presentation. #TheologyAndPeace #MimeticTheory

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The Path Forward: A Recap of the Theology & Peace Gathering

The Theology and Peace Gathering was held at the Scarritt Bennet Center in Nashville, Tennessee from November 14th through 17th, 2022. Participants attended in-person and via Zoom. The Conference provided an opportunity for renewal and restoration among the participants, anchored … Continue reading

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2022 THEOLOGY & PEACE SUMMIT!

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!

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”

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!

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”

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

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!

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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