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...
On the afternoon of Saturday 20 November, the University will gather at St Paschal Chapel in Melbourne and online to witness the graduation of six Higher Degree by Research students, and to celebrate in person with 2020...
The Revd Canon Dr Bob Derrenbacker reflects on the Reign of Christ: "We do so at a time when so much in the world, it seems, is out of control, or at least out of our control".
The editors and contributors of “Contemporary Feminist Theologies: Power, Authority, Love” join the Australian Collaborators in Feminist Theologies to share thoughts on the challenges of comprehending the relations...
Congratulations to Professor Katharine Massam, appointed a Professor of the University of Divinity by the University Council on 10 November 2021.
The Gazette is a public document that reports the outcomes of meetings of the University Council and Academic Board since the last Gazette was issued.
The new LTJ is a special on cross-cultural ministry and church life in Australasia. It features, along with a review of Meredith Lake’s book The Bible in Australia, 24 opinion pieces by church workers, who responded to...
We are excited to let you know that Eva Burrows Library will be resuming normal opening hours from Wed 3 Nov.
Theological Libraries Month provides a great opportunity to celebrate the achievements of the Australian Women in Religion Project at the University of Divinity. The project has just achieved its 2021 target of creating...
"The Professional Supervision course has been positively life-changing as I have been (safely) challenged out of my comfort-zone and encouraged to go ‘a little deeper’ to think more broadly." Isabelle Scott reflects on...
"I recommend this course 110% - It is fresh and embraces new ways of reflecting and acting." Danny Krivan reflects on his experience studying Professional Supervision at the University of Divinity in 2021.
In two apparently contradictory celebrations, we are directed towards a shared truth – one that is needed more now than ever before
Revd Professor Dorothy Lee on the anxiety and faith in the current pandemic @Theologytrinity
The Figuring the Enemy project is investigating the means and mechanisms behind the construction and maintenance of social groups as enemies and the enactment of enmity within the structures.
Revd Dr Chris Porter on being peace makers in a siloed world. @Theologytrinity
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, unfortunately, the December graduation is unable to be held in the customary manner and will be replaced with an online ceremony.
In coming weeks the University Executive (comprising the Vice-Chancellor and the College Principals) will need to take decisions which support a full resumption of the University of Divinity’s mission of education...
The Life of Saint Macrina' is a significant work of early Christian literature written by Bishop Gregory of Nyssa. In the form of a letter to the monk Olympus, Gregory describes the life and influence of his sister...
Revd Dr Chris Porter on being peace makers in a siloed world. @Theologytrinity
Here are the 20 female theologians, beginning with one recommended book/chapter/article for each. We strongly encourage you to get to know the work of these 20 female theologians in 2021.
Dr Kerrie Handasyde's new publication shows how creative writing gives voice to the drama and nuance of religious experience in a way that is rarely captured by sermons, reports, and the minutes of church meetings.
Together in One Place “We talk about privilege, but not justice or power… Feminist theologies are not exclusively Christian. Theology as a discipline doesn’t see itself and its’ whiteness” – Janice McRandal “The land...
Switching to WMS saved us time and money and improved workflows for staff working across different libraries in our system.
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New publication by Dr Ken Manley. This fascinating study of T.E. Ruth, a progressive theologian, a public theologian and controversialist illuminates one of the more divisive and formative periods in Australian...
Revd Dr Chris Porter on being peace makers in a siloed world. @Theologytrinity
The Gazette is a public document that reports the outcomes of meetings of the University Council and Academic Board since the last Gazette was issued.
Congratulations to Associate Professor Katharine Massam on her book A Bridge Between: Spanish Benedictine Missionary Women in Australia being shortlisted for a national prize in Australian History - the NSW Premier's...
University of Divinity international students rate their overall experience the highest of any university in Australia.
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