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A Life Beautifully Lived: Honouring My Friend Maurice Corcoran4 days

I have just been informed of the sudden death of my dear friend, Maurice Corcoran. He died aged 68; far too young. Spinal cord injury is a bastard. It wears the body down over time and steals the most beautiful people from us. Yet, disability was also the context in which Maurice lived an extraordinarily rich, significant, and meaningful life. I was blessed to meet Maurice at th...

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An illicit dinner: The Surreal Experiences of a Pentecostal Theologian2 weeks

I wrote the article below in 2004, at a time when my conservative views on LGBTQI+ people were being challenged — not only by theological study, but by real people, friendships, and stories of profound suffering. In truth, I lacked the courage to publish it back then; the personal and institutional costs felt far too high, so it remained buried on my hard drive for over two deca...

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The deep well of care4 weeks

I have lived with the kindness of care workers for nearly sixteen years. In disability advocacy and policy circles, there is an important distinction made between a “carer” and a “worker.” The title of “carer” is usually reserved for unpaid family members and loved ones. At the same time, using the label “carer” or “care worker” is considered somewhat passé in disability circles...

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