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Homebrewed Christianity
The Bishop of Humanism - Bart Campolo
Aug 21, 2016
Bart Campolo, the Humanist Chaplain at the University of Southern California, shares his fascinating shift from evangelical Christianity to secular humanism. He discusses the impact of faith deconstruction and the challenge of redefining community without traditional beliefs. Bart emphasizes the power of storytelling in humanism, the importance of empathy in bridging divides between secular and religious groups, and the role of shared narratives in addressing global issues like ecological sustainability. He even makes a light-hearted attempt to evangelize Tripp to the gospel of humanism!
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- Bart Campolo shares his transformative journey from evangelical Christianity to secular humanism, emphasizing the continuity of his core values post-religion.
- The podcast highlights the significance of storytelling within secular humanist communities as a means to inspire and connect individuals without supernatural narratives.
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Bart Campolo's Journey from Faith to Secular Humanism
Bart Campolo shares his transformation from being a dedicated Christian and son of a well-known evangelist, Tony Campolo, to embracing secular humanism. After spending over 30 years committed to social justice and community building, Bart found himself increasingly unable to believe in supernatural elements of Christianity, ultimately rejecting the notion of a deity who intervenes in human affairs. His journey was marked by a gradual shift in focus from the supernatural to valuing relationships, social justice, and the importance of living fully in the present. Despite losing his faith, Bart emphasizes that his core values remained intact, as he continues to advocate for goodness and purpose in life.
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