A painting by 15th century Russian artist Andrei Rublev titled the Holy Trinity.

This painting was inspired by the Genesis 18 narrative where three angels visited Abraham and Sarah promising them a son. In the painting three heavenly messengers are seated around a table on which there is a eucharist cup. The heavenly figures are encircled in such a manner that the circle itself is not closed - it is left opened. This is a powerful image as it expresses the idea of an open communion that is welcoming to all who are willing to take up the invitation. Just as Abraham showed hospitality to the three divine figures in Genesis 18, the figures of this painting are also expressing hospitality. This painting suggests that the relationship that exists within the members of the Trinity is a communal relationship. This communion is not closed, all those willing to participate in this fellowship may do so.

In the New Testament the Greek word for "communion," is koinonia. This term gave expression to the type of relationship that Christians experienced with their God as revealed in his son Jesus. Koinonia also expressed the type of relationships the early Christians shared with one another.

This site is dedicated in the exploration of the meaning and significance the term koinonia in relation to God, church and society.

Here I would like to say something about the theology that serves as a paradigm for this website.

1. I propose a monotheistic understanding of God.

The Hebrew Bible (the Old Testament for Christians) makes it clear that there is only one God. Faithful and devout Jews recited the Shema twice a day (morning and evening). The Shema begins with the words, "Hear, O Israel: YHWH our God, YHWH is one" (Deuteronomy 6:4-6).

Furthermore, the first two commandments of the Decalogue, which along with the Shema was also recited, expresses allegiance to one God (Exodus 20:2-6 & Deuteronomy 5:6-10).

2.  I propose a trinitarian understanding of the one God.

Though Judaism was a strict monotheistic religion, the revelation of Jesus did not diminish this view. The New Testament believers were self-conscious monotheistic believers, yet incorporated Jesus into the unique identity of God. Therefore, due to the revelation of Jesus more needs to be said about this one God.

3. I propose a perichoretic understaning of the one triune God.

The Greek term perichoresis gives expression and meaning to the understanding of the one triune God. This term literally means "pentratration" and signifies the intimate union of the members of the Trinity. Through the term perichoresis we can better grasp the relationship that the three members of the trinity have with one another. Through this term we learn the significance of what it means to be in communion with God and one another.

4. I propose that a perichoretic understanding of the one triune God has significance for the rest of the created order.

Belief in God does not bid us to remain dormant. All humanity is called to participate in the fullness of life and make a contribution to this world. Through this understanding we realise that we are all called to be in a koinonia relationship with the other; the other being the whole created order.

Following is a description of what you will find in this web-site

Home Page - your here now!

Christological Monotheism - The incarnation does not contradict monotheism. Rather, serious implications a drawn from this belief. In this page I explain why.

Koinonia - Koinonia is a theme thorughout the Bible. I briefly look at how Jesus and Paul epitomise what it means to be in koinonia relationship. There is also an essay of what it means to understand God as koinonia.

The Cosmos - Creation is God's self-communication in grace. There is palce for creation in God's plan of redemption. This page explores this theme.

Our Part - God calls us to be involved in life and to play a part regardless our vocation. In this page there are examples of how two professions (music and nursing) can exemplify the koinonia spirit. Plus, there is a gallery of some significant Christians who have also played a part.

Links - Links to some important and thought provoking sites.