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Registrations are now open for the Fellowship for Biblical Studies Conference 2025
Registrations are now open for the Fellowship for Biblical Studies Conference 2025—a two-day conference for Bible scholars to be held in Melbourne 29 Sept-1 Oct, 2025.
Job Opportunity | Lecturer in Biblical Studies (New Testament)
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The Missionary Sisters of Service Scholarship has been awarded to a young Melukerdee woman, Alarna Page, from lutruwita/trowunna/Tasmania
Indigenous theology challenges colonial legacy
The Melbourne Anglican interviewed founding faculty members Naomi Wolfe and Garry Worete Deverell, one year on from the closure of the School of Indigenous Studies.
Toxic work in Australia’s banks
A University of Divinity study of ten Australian bank employees brings to light a hidden spectre of suicide in Australia’s banks.
Religion and Social PolicyRacism@Uni Survey
The Australian Human Rights Commission is leading a landmark study to examine the prevalence, nature and impact of racism in Australian universities.
Participants sought for a Research Study on child safeguarding in church
Researchers at the University of Newcastle are conducting a research project seeking the insights and perspectives of Evangelical Christians on child safeguarding in a church context.
Call for papers: International Association for Mission Studies (IAMS) 16th General Assembly
The International Association for Mission Studies (IAMS) will hold its 16th Assembly at the University of South Africa in Pretoria, South Africa, 17-21 July 2026. Calls for thematic panels and papers are now open.
Baptcare Spiritual Care Coordinator (Chaplain) | Doncaster East Victoria
Baptcare is looking for a part time Spiritual Care Coordinator to join their professional spiritual care team to work as part of the staff at Doncaster East (VIC) at The Orchards Community Residential Aged Care.
Bruce Duncan honoured by Catholic Social Services Victoria
Congratulations to Rev Dr Bruce Duncan CSsR of Yarra Theological Union, who was recently honoured with life membership of Catholic Social Services Victoria (CSSV) at the CSSV Annual Dinner. This award, which has only...
Rev Dorothy Lee: A trailblazer for women in the church
As a young woman, Dorothy dreamed of becoming an Anglican priest, preaching the Gospel, surrounded by incense, music and sacred art. As you imagine, this kind of ambition was discouraged in the 1970s, except by...
Ministry and counselling, counselling and ministry: Making the most of our professional alliances
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Tom EdwardsSpiritual sovereignties and questions of equity: How churches should respond to the Yoorrook Justice Commission
Article by Professor Mark Brett and Naomi Wolfe. If the churches are to be faithful to their own values and theology, they will need to lay aside state-endowed privileges and compensate the Aboriginal and Torres Strait...
Mark BrettCall for papers: Theology and Culture conference on Gendered Violence
The Wesley Centre will host a Theology and Culture conference on the topic of Gendered Violence in Feb 2026. This conference brings together theologians, biblical scholars, sociologists, and practitioners to explore...
The Wesley CentreKin Pan Wu receives Prize of Outstanding Theological Publication in Taiwan
Dr Kin Pan Wu's monograph was awarded the "Prize of Outstanding Theological Publication 2024" in Taiwan. The prize recognises outstanding Chinese theological research and academic originality.
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Pilgrim Theological College is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2025, telling a remarkable story of its impact on numerous students.
Results for Semester One 2025 are available
Results for Semester One studies are now available. You can access your results online by logging into Paradigm.
Bursary applications closing soon for Semester Two 2025
Applications for bursary funds to assist with semester two studies are closing on 28 July 2025. A bursary is a financial award given to a student, to help cover the cost of education. It may be granted towards the...
2025 Eva Burrows Australian Leadership Scholarship for Women
This $25,000 scholarship for study at Eva Burrows College will be awarded to a female who has undertaken substantial paid or unpaid work in the delivery of the mission of The Salvation Army in the previous two years and...
History Students Research Seminar – Call for papers
The History Discipline Group is hosting an online seminar for students enrolled in capstone, minor thesis, masters, or doctoral programs. Students are invited to present their research to an appreciative and encouraging...
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Liz Boase and Brian Kolia win 2025 ANZATS Book Prizes
Congratulations to University of Divinity faculty, Liz Boase and Brian Kolia who are the winners of the 2025 ANZATS Book Prize.
The Common Good Project – Call for Presenters
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The Living Spirit of Nicaea at St Athanasius College
143 participants gathered at SAC for the Living Spirit of Nicaea symposium—3 days of deep insight, ecumenical warmth, and a resounding spirit of unity. #Nicaea2025 #SACSymposium
What do the Bible, the Quran and the Torah say about the justification for war?
Wars are often waged in the name of religion. So what do key texts from Christianity, Islam and Judaism say about the justification for war?
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On Wednesday 18th June, nearly 4,000 people joined Commissioner Travis Lovett for the final day of the Yoorrook Justice Commission’s Walk for Truth. A number of University of Divinity staff and friends joined the walk...
Job Opportunity | Lecturer in Baptist Studies and Academic Dean
Whitley College seeks to appoint a full-time Lecturer in Baptist Studies and Academic Dean, with an expected start date in early 2026. If you are a gifted and passionate academic leader with qualifications and extensive...
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