Karla and I sat with Dr. Thomas J. Oord, theologian and philosopher, to discover the how Open and Relational Theology (ORT) views the concept of the “image of God.” We had no real outline for our conversation. Instead, it was just three friends talking. And one of those friends is really smart, eloquent, and had a few lessons to teach us. I hope you enjoy what he had to share with us as much as we did.

I hope you enjoy our conversation with Tom. Make sure to follow him on social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) . Also, from his website, you can also subscribe to his newsletter, and follow his blog. Through his website and newsletter, you can also find his amazing collection of photographs from his travels, and especially throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Let us know what you think, and what questions you have. We are figuring this out as we go. You can email us at abunchofmennonites @ gmail.com Our huge disclaimer is that we are learning too, and that we might be wrong, but we believe that through conversation around the scriptures, with a community of faith, we can begin to discern. So, partnership with others is crucial in this adventure.

Musical intros, transition music, and the outro are by At the Speed of Darkness. You can support At the Speed of Darkness through purchasing his music on Bandcamp. https://atthespeedofdarkness.bandcamp.com/