Our Ethos

 

Spirited Exchanges UK Network is an umbrella name for a variety of initiatives. It is based on the recognition that many people of all ages and backgrounds are struggling with issues related to faith, church and institutional religions:

• some want freedom to explore the questions without being told the answers
• some have been abused in a controlling church culture
• some have had life experiences that cause them to doubt God
• some are hurting, some are angry, some are bored
• some are hungry for more spiritual reality
• some are simply curious

Spirited Exchanges UK :

• does not try to convert people
• does not try to lure them back into a church fellowship
• does not try to "fix" problems
• does not assume problems are there when they are not

In summary, Spirited Exchanges UK lets God defend God.

We do not set up groups but attempt to disseminate information and stories which will be helpful in creating a supportive and open network. We hope that all groups that are mentioned on this site share our ethos but cannot guarantee this. Please let us know if you go to one which is particularly helpful or has an ethos which is far different from ours.

 

This ethos is shared with Spirited Exchanges in New Zealand. Its wording is based, with permission, on the 'Who we are' page' at www.spiritedexchanges.org.nz.