Wild Goose is the publishing house of Iona Community, established in the Celtic Christian tradition of St. Columba (521-597 A.D.). Wild Goose produces books, CDs/DVDs, and digital downloads on various Christian spiritual topics. Wild Goose Publications 4th Floor, Savoy House 140 Sauchiehall Street Glasgow G2 3DH, Scotland T. +44 (0)141 332 6292 Wild Goose Publications is the publisher of the Iona Community, a charity registered in Scotland No. SC003794. . . . Scottish Monk
Is there any way to confirm that they're actually living Columba's tradition or rule? What historical documents exist about it? I would've thought Augustine of Canterbury reformed them out of existence or something. Please excuse my ignorance. How interesting... EDIT: Oh, I just saw their website: "The Iona Community is a dispersed Christian ecumenical community working for peace and social justice, rebuilding of community and the renewal of worship." Well, never mind.
Thank you for your questions. To help you reach an understanding of Celtic Christian tradition, you might take a look at the following. Family video of a trip to the Iona Community (August 2009). You may also find the following links helpful. Oral History of the Iona Community -- Click on the Oral History tab to access eight different slideshows (photos only, no sound). God in the Dark: Rebuilding Faith When Bad Stuff Happensby Peter LongsonWhat becomes of faith in God when bad stuff happens? How do we react when we realize that, for all its glories, this world can be a dark and dangerous and disappointing place? Peter Longson's honest, unflinching exploration of the nature of evil and its consequences for life and faith leads him to some surprising and liberating conclusions about the nature of God.Sample Pages (pdf format). ...Scottish Monk