Father Bill W.
Father Bill W.
A Rebel in the Oxford Group: Coming Home & Knowing It for the First Time
A Rebel in the Oxford Group: Coming Home & Knowing It for the First Time
A Rebel in the Oxford Group: Coming Home & Knowing It for the First Time
Monday 26th January 2026
Discover David Belden's journey from Oxford Group activism to personal transformation in this captivating podcast episode with Father Bill W.
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Episode Overview
- David Belden shares his journey from the Oxford Group to personal transformation.
- Exploration of restorative justice as a means of societal change.
- Importance of vulnerability and accountability in recovery and activism.
- Discussion on synthesising personal change with political organising.
- Insights into applying spiritual practices within 12-step programmes.
"What is possible would never have been achieved if in this world people had not repeatedly reached for the impossible."
What remarkable journeys have people faced head-on against addiction? In this intriguing episode, Father Bill W. hosts David Belden, who shares his fascinating journey from being deeply embedded in the Oxford Group to finding his own path of personal and social transformation. David's story is a riveting account of growing up amidst fervent activism and eventually questioning the very principles he once held dear.
David's life took an unexpected turn during his time in Africa, where he found himself transformed by the very people he intended to convert. His experiences led him to question the rigid structures of the Oxford Group and explore a more nuanced synthesis between personal transformation and political activism. The conversation delves into restorative justice, revealing how personal accountability and healing can drive broader societal change.
The episode also touches on the importance of vulnerability and personal responsibility in recovery and activism. Father Bill and David discuss how these principles can be applied to 12-step programmes and beyond, emphasising that personal change is essential for effective social organising. With a blend of humour and sincerity, this episode offers a thought-provoking perspective on how individual journeys can inspire collective transformation. Listeners are left pondering how their own experiences might contribute to broader societal shifts.
Could your personal journey be the key to inspiring change in others?