On the eve of Anzac Day, Bill Wiser reflects on war, conscience, and peace—tracing his family's wartime experiences and exploring the ongoing witness of Christian communities committed to eliminating the causes of war.
In this Theology Seminar, Anabaptist pastor Bill Wiser explores whether the 500-year-old movement of radical discipleship, community, and reconciliation still offers a meaningful model for Christian life and human flourishing in the 21st century.
This is the second session in a multi-part exploration of the First Testament led by Rev Dr Lynne Wall. The lecture will introduce key themes and contexts, and explore the key issues arising from The Law - the first five books of the First Testament. The following week’s discussion session, facilitated by Ngaire Southon and/or Viv Whimster, will provide an opportunity to reflect, ask questions, and explore applications for worship leadership.
This is the second session in a multi-part exploration of the First Testament led by Rev Dr Lynne Wall. The lecture will introduce key themes and contexts, and explore the key issues arising from The Law - the first five books of the First Testament. The following week’s discussion session, facilitated by Ngaire Southon and/or Viv Whimster, will provide an opportunity to reflect, ask questions, and explore applications for worship leadership.
In his inaugural 2025 Burns Lecture, Professor Brad Gregory discusses how historical interpretations enrich our understanding of the Anthropocene, focusing on the impact of human activity on Earth's geology and environmental challenges.
Professor Gregory explores the socio-economic structures of ancient civilizations, highlighting wealth disparities and systemic injustices, revealing historical foundations of inequality and their significance in today’s society. He is a noted historian at Notre Dame.
Professor Gregory's lecture on Ancient Israel examines the concepts of covenant and community, their impact on justice, and their influence on societal organization and legal systems, highlighting their enduring significance in contemporary contexts.
This hands-on workshop explores how picture books can be powerful tools for spiritual formation, engaging children and families in meaningful conversations about faith, life, and relationships—ideal for children’s ministry leaders, teachers, and caregivers.
Professor Gregory examines the Reformation's environmental impact, linking religious changes to ongoing global ecological issues. He is a historian at Notre Dame, authoring multiple influential books on these transformations and their consequences.
This seminar features Jenny Te Paa Daniel and Naomi Wolfe exploring Indigenous responses to Christian institutions and biblical interpretation, examining justice, assimilation, and cultural impact in Aotearoa, Australia, and the global Church.
This practical, compassionate workshop offers lay leaders and pastoral carers tools for supporting mental wellbeing in today’s fast-paced world—addressing grief, anxiety, and relationship stress with insight, shared experience, and space for hopeful connection.
Calling all people with an interest in the church and things rural …….
