# Event Details - **Event Name**: Unmaking Mary: Shattering the myth of divine motherhood with Chine McDonald - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 24 Oct, 2026 at 10:15 am – Sat, 24 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Chine is Director of Theos, the religion and society think tank, she speaks and writes regularly on issues of race, faith and gender.About this Event24th Octobera quiet day with Chine McDonaldUnmaking Mary: Shattering the myth of divine motherhoodFor 2,000 years, the Virgin Mary has been depicted throughout art, literature and culture as symbolising the perfect mother: chaste, beautiful, meek, mild and white. These supposed virtues and symbols have shaped not just Christianity but wider popular culture; and have contributed to harmful views about motherhood and what it is to be a woman. This retreat will offer a time for reflection on the impacts of these tropes on us, and attempt to create a space to exhale; freeing ourselves from the burden of perfection.Chine is Director of Theos, the religion and society think tank. She was previously Head of Public Engagement at Christian Aid and spent two decades working in journalism, media and communications across faith, media and international development.She speaks and writes regularly on issues of race, faith and gender, and is the author of ‘God is not a white man: and other revelations’ and ‘Unmaking Mary: The Myth of Divine Motherhood’ Chine is a regular writer, broadcaster, and media commentator, including regularly presenting the BBC’s Thought for the Day on Radio 4’s Today programme and appearing on BBC Sunday Morning Live. Chine is vice–chair of Greenbelt Festival and a trustee of Christian AidThe cost of £45 includes coffee and pastries on arrival, a retreat lunch and afternoon pot of tea and cakeOr come and book to stay overnight on the Friday Night B&B and make the most of being at this extraordinary urban oasis.NoticeAny non-chargeable cancellations should be made at least 7 days prior to the day of arrival. A 100% cancellation fee will be made for any late cancellations or non-arrivals.Any refunds made prior to this will exclude Eventbrite and or administration fees. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/unmaking-mary-shattering-the-myth-of-divine-motherhood-with-chine-mcdonald/100001978409909296 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, sports, festivals - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 45, max: 135, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The Royal Foundation of St. Katharine - **lat**: 51.511654 - **long**: -0.04140200000006189 - **full address**: The Royal Foundation of St. Katharine, 2 Butcher Row, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Unmaking Mary: Shattering the myth of divine motherhood with Chine McDonald - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/5fe2ae574dcbdb0f32953a430da672541cbc8a919c03d7786c3d778aebcd55ab-rimg-w970-h300-dceeeae8-gmir.jpg?v=1766936050 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Unmaking Mary: Shattering the myth of divine motherhood with Chine McDonald being held? - **A:** Unmaking Mary: Shattering the myth of divine motherhood with Chine McDonald takes place on Sat, 24 Oct, 2026 at 10:15 am to Sat, 24 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm at The Royal Foundation of St. Katharine, 2 Butcher Row, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Unmaking Mary: Shattering the myth of divine motherhood with Chine McDonald? - **A:** Ticket prices for Unmaking Mary: Shattering the myth of divine motherhood with Chine McDonald range from GBP 45 to GBP 135 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityQuiet dayGBP 45AvailableQuiet day - vegetarianGBP 45AvailableExtended Quiet day with B&B the night beforeGBP 135Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Unmaking Mary: Shattering the myth of divine motherhood with Chine McDonald? - **A:** Unmaking Mary: Shattering the myth of divine motherhood with Chine McDonald is organized by The Royal Foundation of St Katharine. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Unmaking Mary: Shattering the myth of divine motherhood with Chine McDonald is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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