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By Stephen Cauchi. This article is reposted with permission from The Melbourne Anglican. The resurrected Christian body will be far superior to the transhuman ideal of bodies or minds that live on forever, theology...
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New University of Divinity Style Guide
The University of Divinity is committed to the use of one basic referencing style for theology courses, which is based on the latest version of the Chicago Manual of Style (17th ed. 2017).
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Position available: Principal of Stirling Theological College
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Australian Leadership Scholarship for Women
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Mark LindsayHope
Hope, assurance of restoration, and belief in the God who can bring an end to all suffering, does not prevent Jesus weeping. “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, his mercies never come to an end; as they are...
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Robert DerrenbackerSinging Bones: Ancestral Creativity and Collaboration
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Samuel CurkpatrickNational Student Experience Survey is coming
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By the Well: A138 – Pentecost 9 (Gen 32, Ps 17, Matt 14)
Brian Kolia joins the podcast to discuss Jacob’s wrestle with God in Genesis 32:22-31. We point to the humour in this story where God takes on some human characteristics and becomes the trickster, a role that has...
By the WellPosition available: Professor of New Testament
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Safeguarding and Seminary Formation
A national meeting of Catholic seminary students and formation staff held recently has focussed on the topic of Safeguarding and Seminary Formation. On 2 July, almost 200 seminarians, formators and academic staff...
Resurrection Hope
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Student Unit Evaluation results
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Carolyn AlsenGraeme Blackman AO reappointed as University of Divinity Chancellor
The Council of the University of Divinity has reappointed Dr Graeme L. Blackman AO as Chancellor for a further term of three years until December 2023. Dr Blackman was appointed inaugural Chancellor of the University in...
University Gazette July 2020
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Dr Brian Macallan appointed Associate Head of Bible, Theology and Ministry at Stirling
Congratulations to Dr Brain Macallan who has been appointed Associate Head of Bible, Theology and Ministry at Stirling Theological College. He also maintains his position as a Senior Lecturer in Theology at the College...
Sink like a stone
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By the Well Podcast – Pentecost 5 (Song 2, Genesis 24, and Matt 11)
This week the lectionary offers a rare chance to preach on the love poetry known as Song of Songs (Song of Solomon). Hebrew Bible scholar, Brian Kolia, joins the podcast to unpack Genesis 24:34-38, 58-67, Song of Songs...
Holy Body and Holy Scripture | by Nebojsa Tumara
Congratulations to Fr Dr Nebojsa Tumara on the publication of his new book Holy Body and Holy Scripture: Anthropological Assumptions of Ascetic Exegesis of the Holy Scripture in Early Rabbinic Judaism and Early Syriac...
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Trinity College Theological SchoolBreaking the chain
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Fergus KingCOVID-19 Chronicles: Interview with Mark Lindsay on Australia
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Capstone Editing Grant for Professional Thesis Editing
Applications close 9 Septemeber 2020. This grant and all information about the grant is provided by Capstone Editing. The grant provides free thesis editing for one Masters student and one PhD student per year. There is...
Semester 2 unit | Christian Faith and World Religions: Inter-religious Dialogue
This unit is designed for all who wish to contribute in a practical way to the multi-faith and multi-cultural society which Australia has become. It is designed specifically for teachers, for those involved in parishes...
Semester 2 unit | The Liturgy and the Sacraments of the Catholic Church
The ecclesial community gathers to give praise and thanks to God through liturgical and sacramental celebrations. The unit will cover the role and meaning of liturgical celebrations. Students will then be introduced to...
Semester 2 unit | Theology and Practice of Pastoral Care
This year has brought challenges to the ways in which care and support is expressed, not only in the church and in chaplaincy-based settings, but in the normal care for one another, whether it be family, neighbours or...
The Interpretations of the Theotokias by the Patriarch John ibn Qiddis
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John Flett appointed Professor of the University
Congratulations to Reverend Professor John Flett, appointed a Professor of the University of Divinity by the University Council on 17 June 2020. Professor Flett is currently the Coordinator of Studies in Missiology and...
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