A special Christmas edition of the Tænkepauser i paradis lecture series, where theologian and senior lecturer in practical theology Kirstine Helboe Johansen looks at the history of the season. Her research focuses on Christianity in Denmark today, particularly worship and ritual, including newer church services such as Halloween.
Julen has always been more than cosy and hopeful: it is also joyful, bittersweet and wonderfully unruly. Kirstine unpacks the red thread of the festive season's history, from the child in the manger to the bonfire at the light festival, and asks who we really mean when we say family.
The evening takes place in the relaxed surroundings of the cinema. There is time afterwards for questions and discussion, and a cup of coffee and Christmas biscuits during the break.
