Yarra Theological Union
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An English language school established by the Passionist Congregation recently celebrated its tenth anniversary. ELSPM is an approved provider for English preparation for Theological studies at the University of...
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In memoriam: Reverend Professor Anthony J. Kelly CSsR
The University of Divinity community mourns the passing of Reverend Professor Anthony J. Kelly CSsR. Tony was the President of Yarra Theological Union from 1980-1985 and 1994-1997.
New Publication for Advent | Sunday under the Southern Cross
Sundays under the Southern Cross presents reflections on the Sunday Gospels for three Liturgical years, beginning with Advent.
Lost in Translation: Mary Coloe preached at St Paul’s Cathedral on St Phoebe’s day
In a sermon titled 'Lost in Translation', Professor Emerita Mary Coloe recounted how across the centuries a series of poor or misleading translations removed from biblical texts their emphasis on female deacons...
Guest AuthorIn the image of the Image
New publication by Adam Couchman examines Gregory of Nyssa - The most important author of the fourth century in relation to theological anthropology and one of the most outspoken of the early Church Fathers on the...
Semester 2 Unit: The Gospel of John
This unit offers a critical scholarly study of the theological, literary, and pastoral significance of The Gospel of John within its First-Century context.
Semester 2 unit | Cracking of Christendom
Learn how today’s conversations about religion date back to the days when Christendom cracked. This innovative and ground-breaking unit will be taught collaboratively by academics from diverse traditions, with expertise...
Mary Coloe appointed Professor Emerita of the University
Congratulations to Mary Coloe pbvm, appointed Professor Emerita of the University of Divinity by the University Council on 8 March 2023.
Semester 1 unit | Women Doctors of the Church
Paul’s injunction that women remain silent in the Church (1 Cor 14: 34-36) could be said to have led to the absence of Women’s Wisdom from the official teaching of the Church over its 2000 year history. Of the 36...
Semester 1 unit | A Comparative Study of Religions
Offered by YTU in semester 1, 2023, "A Comparative Study of Religions" provides an empathetic understanding of the different religions practiced in Australia including the Aboriginal religions and the New Religious...
Semester 1 unit | Exile, trauma and the presence of God: The Book of Ezekiel
This unit from YTU offers a thematic introduction to the book of Ezekiel, a prophetic book of the Babylonian Exile (597/587-539 BCE) that explores existential questions such as the meaning of exile, the perceived...
Semester 1 unit | Entering the World of the New Testament
Entering the World of the New Testament is being offered by Yarra Theological Union in semester 1, 2023. This unit aims to provide students with a comprehensive overview of the formation, socio-historical setting, and...