

The Futurist | Dr Patrick Dixon MBE
6 snips Jul 3, 2025
Dr. Patrick Dixon, a pioneering medical doctor and futurist, founded ACET to combat the HIV/AIDS crisis in the 1980s. He shares gripping stories of his journey from medicine to becoming an influential voice on global trends. Discussions range from the resurgence of spirituality among youth post-COVID to the unexpected growth of church attendance. Patrick also emphasizes the transformative potential of AI and the need for communities to embrace faith and compassion in shaping a better future.
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Post-COVID Spiritual Revival
- UK survey data show a surprising surge in young people's church attendance post-COVID, especially among men and black communities.
- This revival reflects a widespread spiritual hunger catalyzed by the pandemic's reflective effects on purpose and life.
Early AIDS Hospice Experience
- Patrick Dixon started in hospice medicine witnessing terrible deaths from AIDS when the disease was new and misunderstood.
- He launched ACET from a small home operation to support those dying, facing stigma and fear from medical professionals.
John's Transformative HIV Journey
- Patrick shared John Barker Littlewood's story of suffering AIDS stigma yet finding faith and purpose.
- John's near-death experience led to a profound spiritual awakening and ministry for compassion in churches.