Drinking or working? Part 3

'Lets go out for coffee' was the word in the school line today.

Who am I to refuse an invite for caffeine ( or alcohol?!)- so we went.

Great chance for both of us for long, unhurried conversation- loved it.Eventually got round to the questions. Note: my friend 'Dr Foster' is 39, 2 kids. That would be the third conversation with a professional, aged 39-41, with 2 kids. This is highly representative of society at large.....

He went to church from 4 to 14; mainly Methodist with some Anglican. He walked away after he was confirmed (!) and when a Sunday rugby team started. He said he never believed, but what he loved was the 'community feel'. But as soon as he could 'cycle away', he did.

First impressions of the word 'church'- a building. A deeper impression is 'community'.Why would he ever go to a church? He loves buildings and their sense of history. He wouldn't go to a church at worship as he doesn't see belief as valid (or relevant?). However, he would be more than happy to go to the occasional Christain themed thingy if it was an 'outdoor gig.

'Spirituality' is important. 'It is important that you think about your place in the world and its impact on you/your impact on it'. Being part of a group. 'Its just human values'.

There was more, much more...but it was good.

A John Drane book arrived by Amazon today....yippee...

Perhaps may see some cricket tommorrow if weather is good and domestic negotiations (which are at a delicate stage) are successful....... although I did an 11 mile walk yesterday around Battersby/Ingleby incline.....