I think the letter should be all over the net by now . I will join the band wagon and repost it up. At least it’s in The Malaysian Insider, Malaysiakini, and the Nut Graph which is where I cut and paste the letter from (HT to all them anyway!) One thing for sure, if…
Month: September 2008
Reconciliation: Mission and Ministry in a Changing Social Order
There are times especially in crazy times like this in Malaysia, one reads and reflects on a theme by a timely book. Schreiter’s book on Reconciliation does that for me. I’m still dwelling on a number of the insights raised from it, and in some cases haunted by what I’ve discovered. Here’s a book review…
Random Links 291 (“We have not forgotten you” Malaysia Edition)
ISA PROTEST LETTER. for RPK & others (HT: Susan Loone) 19534 emails and rising . go and add your four! Happy 58th Birthday, Love Another straight from the heart piece from Marina . Peaceful birthday, dear Pete. We love you. This one straight from Haris’ heart! Anti-ISA vigil turns into peace march Initiated by Hindraf,…
Meditation
In times when our minds maybe more occupied with strategies of life and also leadership, it’s good to return to our center where inner strength is cultivated. I was asked about personal devotions yesterday, or the more traditional term “quiet time” :-). Whatever we call it for me I like the term Sacred Space, or…
BLC Online beta
One of the most memorable conversations I had was with an experienced landscape architect while discussing about BLC’s future renovation. Amongst the many insights that resonated with me, one which stands out is when he asked me, “Are you ok with a building looks unfinished?” . The immediate reaction from me was with no hesitation,…
Second Thoughts TV
There’s a lot on my mind which I would like to write. But for now, let the vimeos to the talking.
MCCBCHST CALLS FOR THE REPEAL OF THE ISA
As a representative Council of five major religions in Malaysia, MCCBCHST is saddened by the recent use of the Internal Security Act (“ISA”) in the detention of three Malaysians- a newspaper journalist, a prominent blogger, and a Member of Parliament. Recent events in Malaysia has proved that we are now a more mature nation, with…
Random Links 291 (“Albert Nolan” Edition)
Interview with Fr. Albert Nolan, O.P. Since meeting Dion, it seems I’m constantly and delightfully led to theologians from South Africa. Please allow me to lift up some gems . Q. Do you distinguish between social involvement and political involvement? Yes, I do, in the sense that it was not important for us to be…
Random Links 290 (“I’m still Disappointed” Malaysia Edition)
First Time To Kamunting Detention Centre We must not forget RPK and all the other detainees! My first reaction was to run and give him a real big hug and kiss, at the same time my heart feeling so heavy seeing this hero of mine on the other side. Pet was sitting down and wearing…
Micah Midnight: Catching Up
With so muchh going on the last couple of weeks, there has been an influx of many fresh articles. Take your time and slowly work through them , starting with the ones that grab your attention. Commentary Joining the Dustbin of Dictatorship By Bob Teoh “History tells us that whenever Umno, the dominant party in…