David Pitman – 3rd October, 2-3pm, ‘The Relevance of Reinhold Niebuhr for the Contemporary Academy and Church’
David Pitman – ‘The Relevance of Reinhold Niebuhr for the
Contemporary Academy and Church’ at the University of Queensland
Studies in Religion Seminars – Theology Series Program 2014
School of History, Philosophy, Religion, and Classics
Room E319 Forgan Smith building. Further details can be found at
ANZATS Conference – 2015
The ANZATS Conference in 2015 will be held on 29th June to 1st July
at the Sydney College of Divinity Campus, Sydney
The conference theme is “A Life Worth Living: Religion and Ethics”.
The Keynote Speaker: Scott Stephens – Online Editor of Religion and Ethics for the ABC
The Conference Committee invites papers from practitioners from all the theological disciplines which reflect on these and related issues.The title of the proposed presentation at this conference, together with an abstract of 250-300 words should be submitted by February 15, 2015. See the attached flyer for details – ANZATS15 flyer (1)
Hebrews with Peter O’Brien 9 – 10 October 2014 at QTC
Dr Peter O’Brien is a former long-time Vice-Principal of Moore Theological College, Sydney, and a notable New Testament scholar who has published commentaries on a number of New Testament letters. Peter is visiting QTC to deliver a short series of lectures on Hebrews over two days – Thursday October 9th and Friday October 10th. Further details can be found at https://www.qtc.edu.au/event-registration/event/QTC_Peter_Obrien
Position Available – Principal of Youthworks College – Sydney
Youthworks College
Location: Loftus
Date advertised: 28th July 2014
Job Type: Full time
Closing Date: 22nd August 2014
Anglican Youthworks is seeking to appoint a Principal for Youthworks College following the appointment of the interim principal, the Rev Andrew Nixon, to be the Mission Director of Anglican Retirement Villages.
This strategically important position for the training of children’s and youth ministers for the Diocese of Sydney and beyond, requires a visionary educator with strong leadership ability, who has extensive experience and outstanding expertise in ministry to young people.
A high degree in theology is essential, as is an affinity for the Anglican Church in the Diocese of Sydney.
The successful applicant will stand firmly in the protestant, reformed and evangelical tradition.
For information on the College visit: www.youthworkscollege.edu.au
Applications may be directed to the Rev Zachary Veron, CEO, Anglican Youthworks, PO Box A287, Sydney South NSW 1235 or by email to ceo@youthworks.net
Reminder – You are invited to the ANZATS Seminar this Friday 22 August – On Line Learning and Theological Education
You are invited to the next Brisbane Australian and New Zealand Association of Theological Schools (ANZATS) seminar which will be held on August 22 at Malyon College at Mitchelton from 1pm to 3.30 pm.
Ian Hussey, who is director of On Line Development at Malyon will speak about On Line Delivery of theological education.
We are also pleased to have members of the local chapter of ANZTLA Nica and Sarah who will speak on “Learning & teaching online experiences: LEO at MacAuley Library, ACU & and Lyndelle and Anna who will speak on OLE at Trinity Theological Library, Trinity College.
Sydney College of Divinity Conference – Teaching Theology in a Technical Age
Sydney College of Divinity Conference – Teaching Theology in a Technical Age
will be held on Friday 19 – Saturday 20 September, 2014
Plenary Speakers include:
Professor James Dalziel, Macquarie University
Dr Jan-Albert van den Berg, University of the Free State
Dr Michael Jensen (formerly Moore College) Rector of St
Mark’s Anglican Church, Darling Point
The call for papers has been extended beyond the 31st July 2014 deadline
Paper proposals should be sent to Professor James Harrison (jimh@scd.edu.au)
There will be two streams of papers during the conference, those discussing
pedagogical issues relating to technology, and those discussing the theological
and social implications of technology
Studies in Religion – Theology Seminars at UQ
1st August, 2-3.15 pm Room E319 Forgan Smith Building
Neil Pembroke and Ray Reddicliffe: ‘The Healthcare Chaplain and Organizational Spirituality: Theology and Practice’
5th September, 2-3pm, Room E319 Forgan Smith
David McEwan: ‘Love, Holiness and Happiness; But is the Greatest of These Love?’
3rd October, 2-3pm, Room E319 Forgan Smith
David Pitman: ‘The Relevance of Reinhold Niebuhr for the Contemporary Academy and Church’
7th November, 2-3pm, Room E319 Forgan Smith
Anita Monro: ‘“It’s such a shame you’re not in a congregation!” Reclaiming the Diaconal Role of the Presbyter
Further details can be found at
Position Available – Chief Operating Officer SCD
The Sydney College of Divinity, a Higher Education Provider of accredited degrees, seeks a Chief Operating Officer. The person appointed should have a degree in business or accounting, ideally postgraduate, strong operations and management experience, and demonstrated skill in financial planning and administration. CPA preferred; familiarity with Higher Education an advantage; expected to support the ecumenical Christian mission.
Applications close 20 August 2014. Request for job description and enquiries to the Dean: 02 9889 1969; dianes@scd.edu.au. Website scd.edu.au.
The College reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Religious History Association of Australia and New Zealand Conference
The combined conference of the Religious History Association of Australia, the Religious HIstory Association of Aotearoa New Zealand and the Christian Research Association of Aotearoa New Zealand, will be held at Massey University on 26-28 November 2014. The theme of the conference is ‘Religion in Conflict and Collaboration with the Modern World’ and papers are welcomed on any aspect of the theme. Professor Brad Gregory, of Notre Dame University (USA) will be the keynote speaker.
2014 Call ForPapersNov-Conf – Lineham (2)
Please see the attached CFP for further details and submit offers of papers to the Registrar, Peter Lineham (p.lineham@massey.ac.nz). The deadline of 31 July for submissions has been extended.
ANZATS Seminar – On Line Learning and Theological Education on 22 August
You are invited to the next Brisbane Australian and New Zealand Association of Theological Schools (ANZATS) seminar will be held on August 22 at Malyon College at Mitchelton from 1pm to 3.30 pm.
Ian Hussey, who is director of On Line Development at Malyon will speak about On Line Delivery of theological education.
We are also pleased to have members of the local chapter of ANZTLA Nica and Sarah who will speak on “Learning & teaching online experiences: LEO at MacAuley Library, ACU & and Lyndelle and Anna who will speak on OLE at Trinity Theological Library, Trinity College.
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