The Rev Diana Hall gave ‘Thought For the Day’ on BBC Radio Scotland during a Good Morning Scotland programme that was dominated by news of the resignation of the Prime Minister.
The day after Boris Johnson signaled the end of his tenure as Conservative Party leader, Diana said: “The demands of modern government and business mean leaders must have commitment and determination. They must be visionary and motivated. Yet history tells us that even the most assured leaders also come to rely on the wise counsel of those around them.”
The full broadcast can be heard here at the 1hr 22min mark.
It was the second ‘Thought For The Day’ from the Rector of St Anne’s in Dunbar in a couple of weeks, the previous broadcast having highlighted the desperate plight of asylum seekers who perished in a lorry in Texas, and linking to the UK Government policy of sending asylum seekers to Rwanda.
“When reading about this politically complex and sensitive issue, Christianity invites me to look first to the marginalised, persecuted and vulnerable,” said Diana. “The scriptures teach that all humans are bearers of God’s image, inherently valuable and deserving of dignity, and that we should care for one another.”
She concluded: “It is not enough for us only to lament; our humanity demands that we act – sometimes this means being the voice of the voiceless. Together, we must strive to create a world that recognises the dignity of all people, so that all may experience safety and sanctuary, and find a place to call home.”
The 29 June broadcast can be heard here at the 1hr 23min mark.
