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 …….
Professor Gregory explores how Jesus' radical teachings challenged socio-political norms of His time, discussing their subversive nature and implications for modern social justice, while highlighting his extensive historical scholarship and current research projects.
Professor Gregory examines the interplay between religious movements and political powers, highlighting historical accommodations with economic forces. His lecture delves into the complexities of their compromises and relationships.
This is the third 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 prophets - the the prophetic utterances of the former and latter prophets as recorded in 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 concluding lecture, Professor Gregory explores Western Christianity's evolution from Constantine to today, examining its interplay with societal and environmental shifts. A noted historian, he also discusses his upcoming project on Christianity and global environmental realities.
