In this conversation, Ian Mobsby shares his transformative journey from a liberal atheist background to embracing the Christian faith. He discusses his involvement in alternative worship and missional communities, emphasizing the importance of building relationships and fostering spiritual journeys. The conversation delves into the rise of contemplative spirituality, highlighting its appeal to both churchgoers and those outside the faith. Ian presents a contemplative approach to mission, focusing on God’s work of restoration rather than human manipulation. The cyclical nature of spiritual growth and the transformative power of the contemplative tradition in Christianity is explored. They delve into the concept of being ‘spiritual but not religious’ and the need for a shift from traditional hierarchical models of church leadership to a more community-oriented approach.
Ian can be found at
- Personal Website: https://www.ianmobsby.net
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ian.mobsby
- Substack: https://postsecularcontemplative.substack.com
- BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/ianjmobsby.bsky.social
- Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-mobsby-8ab7a3b/