Durham Theology and Religion
@durhamtheology.bsky.social
Department of Theology and Religion at Durham University.
https://www.durham.ac.uk/departments/academic/theology-religion/
https://www.durham.ac.uk/departments/academic/theology-religion/
The Centre for Catholic Studies is hosting an online Lived Catholicism conference at the start of December. All are welcome! Sign up via the QR code or link below ⬇️
October 28, 2025 at 11:34 AM
The Centre for Catholic Studies is hosting an online Lived Catholicism conference at the start of December. All are welcome! Sign up via the QR code or link below ⬇️
New publication from our post-doctoral researcher, Revd. Dr. Rhona Kinght:
“Why is the Church hurting? Moral injury in the church” (Grove Books, 2025).
As Rhona describes it; this short book aims “to provide an accessible framework to help the reader to notice, name…
“Why is the Church hurting? Moral injury in the church” (Grove Books, 2025).
As Rhona describes it; this short book aims “to provide an accessible framework to help the reader to notice, name…
October 8, 2025 at 12:19 PM
New publication from our post-doctoral researcher, Revd. Dr. Rhona Kinght:
“Why is the Church hurting? Moral injury in the church” (Grove Books, 2025).
As Rhona describes it; this short book aims “to provide an accessible framework to help the reader to notice, name…
“Why is the Church hurting? Moral injury in the church” (Grove Books, 2025).
As Rhona describes it; this short book aims “to provide an accessible framework to help the reader to notice, name…
Leading article in the latest edition of The Tablet, 'Welcome, brother Grief' by our Duns Scotus Chair in Franciscan Studies, Dr. William Crozier. A profoundly moving account of wrestling with grief, and the model of St Francis of Assisi amidst the pain.
www.thetablet.co.uk/features/wel...
www.thetablet.co.uk/features/wel...
October 2, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Leading article in the latest edition of The Tablet, 'Welcome, brother Grief' by our Duns Scotus Chair in Franciscan Studies, Dr. William Crozier. A profoundly moving account of wrestling with grief, and the model of St Francis of Assisi amidst the pain.
www.thetablet.co.uk/features/wel...
www.thetablet.co.uk/features/wel...
Looking forward to welcoming our new students next week! The start of Michaelmas term is always an exciting time, and make sure you remind yourself of any and all induction events - a few details for our incoming PG students in the 🧵below ⬇️
September 26, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Looking forward to welcoming our new students next week! The start of Michaelmas term is always an exciting time, and make sure you remind yourself of any and all induction events - a few details for our incoming PG students in the 🧵below ⬇️
New Publication! 'Non-Contrastive Transcendence and What Good Theology Looks Like' by Prof. Karen Kilby, published in a special themed issue of Modern Theology on "Non-Contrastive Transcendence'.
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September 24, 2025 at 8:59 AM
New Publication! 'Non-Contrastive Transcendence and What Good Theology Looks Like' by Prof. Karen Kilby, published in a special themed issue of Modern Theology on "Non-Contrastive Transcendence'.
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
We're delighted to celebrate Prof. Douglas Davies, who has been honoured with a lifetime achievement award for his pioneering work in the field of death studies.
More below ⬇️
www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/...
More below ⬇️
www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/...
September 9, 2025 at 9:14 AM
We're delighted to celebrate Prof. Douglas Davies, who has been honoured with a lifetime achievement award for his pioneering work in the field of death studies.
More below ⬇️
www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/...
More below ⬇️
www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/...
New Publication!
'Why does Clement Call Callimachus “the Cretan”? Engaging the Audience in Protrepticus 2.37' by our @leverhulmetrust.bsky.social ECR Fellow Dr.
@edcreedy.bsky.social is now out as an advanced online publication in Vigiliae Christianae. Link below.
'Why does Clement Call Callimachus “the Cretan”? Engaging the Audience in Protrepticus 2.37' by our @leverhulmetrust.bsky.social ECR Fellow Dr.
@edcreedy.bsky.social is now out as an advanced online publication in Vigiliae Christianae. Link below.
September 4, 2025 at 11:22 AM
New Publication!
'Why does Clement Call Callimachus “the Cretan”? Engaging the Audience in Protrepticus 2.37' by our @leverhulmetrust.bsky.social ECR Fellow Dr.
@edcreedy.bsky.social is now out as an advanced online publication in Vigiliae Christianae. Link below.
'Why does Clement Call Callimachus “the Cretan”? Engaging the Audience in Protrepticus 2.37' by our @leverhulmetrust.bsky.social ECR Fellow Dr.
@edcreedy.bsky.social is now out as an advanced online publication in Vigiliae Christianae. Link below.
We’re delighted to welcome Dr. Annalisa Phillips Wilson (back) to the department! Dr. Phillips Wilson completed her PhD at Durham in 2021, so it’s a pleasure to have her back with us from September. A specialist in Pauline studies, Dr. Phillips Wilson will join our New Testament team.
August 22, 2025 at 2:06 PM
We’re delighted to welcome Dr. Annalisa Phillips Wilson (back) to the department! Dr. Phillips Wilson completed her PhD at Durham in 2021, so it’s a pleasure to have her back with us from September. A specialist in Pauline studies, Dr. Phillips Wilson will join our New Testament team.
A huge congratulations to everyone who received A Level results last week!
We can’t wait to welcome our new students in the Autumn, and look forward to getting to know you.
Not a bad spot to spend a few years studying theology and religion…
We can’t wait to welcome our new students in the Autumn, and look forward to getting to know you.
Not a bad spot to spend a few years studying theology and religion…
August 18, 2025 at 10:17 AM
A huge congratulations to everyone who received A Level results last week!
We can’t wait to welcome our new students in the Autumn, and look forward to getting to know you.
Not a bad spot to spend a few years studying theology and religion…
We can’t wait to welcome our new students in the Autumn, and look forward to getting to know you.
Not a bad spot to spend a few years studying theology and religion…
Another publication from one of our fantastic colleagues!
Out now with Wipf and Stock 'How Does God Act in the World?' by Prof. David Wilkinson provides a reflection on the relationship between science and faith, and asks how this works out in mission, ministry and discipleship.
Out now with Wipf and Stock 'How Does God Act in the World?' by Prof. David Wilkinson provides a reflection on the relationship between science and faith, and asks how this works out in mission, ministry and discipleship.
July 31, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Another publication from one of our fantastic colleagues!
Out now with Wipf and Stock 'How Does God Act in the World?' by Prof. David Wilkinson provides a reflection on the relationship between science and faith, and asks how this works out in mission, ministry and discipleship.
Out now with Wipf and Stock 'How Does God Act in the World?' by Prof. David Wilkinson provides a reflection on the relationship between science and faith, and asks how this works out in mission, ministry and discipleship.
Detailed bursary information below.
July 21, 2025 at 9:29 AM
Detailed bursary information below.
An updated call for papers for Life and Love Transfigured: Exclusive losing New Horizons in the Franciscan Tradition. A Conference to Mark the 800th Anniversary of the Death of St. Francis of Assisi.
14-16 April 2026.
Bursary information for students and ECRs now attached.
14-16 April 2026.
Bursary information for students and ECRs now attached.
July 21, 2025 at 9:29 AM
An updated call for papers for Life and Love Transfigured: Exclusive losing New Horizons in the Franciscan Tradition. A Conference to Mark the 800th Anniversary of the Death of St. Francis of Assisi.
14-16 April 2026.
Bursary information for students and ECRs now attached.
14-16 April 2026.
Bursary information for students and ECRs now attached.
New Publication!
Out recently with @sblpress.bsky.social, in Liberating Our Imaginations, Prof. David Janzen demonstrates the possibilities for liberation produced by reading biblical texts alongside works of contemporary literature by minoritized authors.
Out recently with @sblpress.bsky.social, in Liberating Our Imaginations, Prof. David Janzen demonstrates the possibilities for liberation produced by reading biblical texts alongside works of contemporary literature by minoritized authors.
July 18, 2025 at 2:04 PM
New Publication!
Out recently with @sblpress.bsky.social, in Liberating Our Imaginations, Prof. David Janzen demonstrates the possibilities for liberation produced by reading biblical texts alongside works of contemporary literature by minoritized authors.
Out recently with @sblpress.bsky.social, in Liberating Our Imaginations, Prof. David Janzen demonstrates the possibilities for liberation produced by reading biblical texts alongside works of contemporary literature by minoritized authors.
Come join our wonderful department! An exciting new postdoc opportunity to work with the history of Catholicism team, deadline 27 July. A two-year post working closely with colleagues in @ccshistorycatholic.bsky.social More info here: eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com?url=https%3A...
July 2, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Come join our wonderful department! An exciting new postdoc opportunity to work with the history of Catholicism team, deadline 27 July. A two-year post working closely with colleagues in @ccshistorycatholic.bsky.social More info here: eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com?url=https%3A...
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July 1, 2025 at 11:23 AM
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🎓 Studied with us in Theology and Religious Studies? Your voice matters.
Have your say in the Global Alumni Survey 2025.
💡 Check your inbox for your personalised link.
⏳ Closes Monday 30 June at 11:59pm (BST).
#DUAlumniSurvey25 #DurhamAlumni #HaveYourSay #MakeYourMark
Have your say in the Global Alumni Survey 2025.
💡 Check your inbox for your personalised link.
⏳ Closes Monday 30 June at 11:59pm (BST).
#DUAlumniSurvey25 #DurhamAlumni #HaveYourSay #MakeYourMark
June 25, 2025 at 9:58 AM
🎓 Studied with us in Theology and Religious Studies? Your voice matters.
Have your say in the Global Alumni Survey 2025.
💡 Check your inbox for your personalised link.
⏳ Closes Monday 30 June at 11:59pm (BST).
#DUAlumniSurvey25 #DurhamAlumni #HaveYourSay #MakeYourMark
Have your say in the Global Alumni Survey 2025.
💡 Check your inbox for your personalised link.
⏳ Closes Monday 30 June at 11:59pm (BST).
#DUAlumniSurvey25 #DurhamAlumni #HaveYourSay #MakeYourMark
A wonderful and thought-provoking evening at this year’s Bishop Dunn Memorial Lecture. Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe spoke movingly on the theme of ‘Hope in a Time of Darkness’, with our very own Prof. Anna Rowlands as respondent. @ccshistorycatholic.bsky.social @durham-university.bsky.social
June 23, 2025 at 8:45 PM
A wonderful and thought-provoking evening at this year’s Bishop Dunn Memorial Lecture. Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe spoke movingly on the theme of ‘Hope in a Time of Darkness’, with our very own Prof. Anna Rowlands as respondent. @ccshistorycatholic.bsky.social @durham-university.bsky.social
Warm congratulations to Prof. Maurice Whitehead, the Director of Heritage Collections and Research Fellow at the Venerable English College in Rome, and an honorary professor in the department, awarded an MBE over the weekend for services to the development of British Heritage in Rome.
June 18, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Warm congratulations to Prof. Maurice Whitehead, the Director of Heritage Collections and Research Fellow at the Venerable English College in Rome, and an honorary professor in the department, awarded an MBE over the weekend for services to the development of British Heritage in Rome.
Dr. Albrecht will speak on ‘Digital Workflows and Textual Criticism: Re-editing the Septuagint Psalter’. His abstract is below.
For more information and to register to attend, please contact Dr. Jan Dochhorn. (jan.dochhorn@durham.ac.uk)
For more information and to register to attend, please contact Dr. Jan Dochhorn. (jan.dochhorn@durham.ac.uk)
June 4, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Dr. Albrecht will speak on ‘Digital Workflows and Textual Criticism: Re-editing the Septuagint Psalter’. His abstract is below.
For more information and to register to attend, please contact Dr. Jan Dochhorn. (jan.dochhorn@durham.ac.uk)
For more information and to register to attend, please contact Dr. Jan Dochhorn. (jan.dochhorn@durham.ac.uk)
New Publication!
Recently published in OUP Academic's Very Short Introduction series, 'The Catholic Reformation' by Dr James Kelly, Associate Professor in the History of Catholicism.
This short book introduces readers to the events and global impact of the Catholic Reformation.
Recently published in OUP Academic's Very Short Introduction series, 'The Catholic Reformation' by Dr James Kelly, Associate Professor in the History of Catholicism.
This short book introduces readers to the events and global impact of the Catholic Reformation.
May 23, 2025 at 4:53 PM
New Publication!
Recently published in OUP Academic's Very Short Introduction series, 'The Catholic Reformation' by Dr James Kelly, Associate Professor in the History of Catholicism.
This short book introduces readers to the events and global impact of the Catholic Reformation.
Recently published in OUP Academic's Very Short Introduction series, 'The Catholic Reformation' by Dr James Kelly, Associate Professor in the History of Catholicism.
This short book introduces readers to the events and global impact of the Catholic Reformation.
We're delighted to announce that Professor @grantmacaskill.bsky.social will be joining the Department in September as our new Lightfoot Professor of Divinity.
Find out more on the appointment here 👉https://www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/latest-news/2025/05/lightfoot-professor-of-divinity-appointment/
Find out more on the appointment here 👉https://www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/latest-news/2025/05/lightfoot-professor-of-divinity-appointment/
May 23, 2025 at 11:52 AM
We're delighted to announce that Professor @grantmacaskill.bsky.social will be joining the Department in September as our new Lightfoot Professor of Divinity.
Find out more on the appointment here 👉https://www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/latest-news/2025/05/lightfoot-professor-of-divinity-appointment/
Find out more on the appointment here 👉https://www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/latest-news/2025/05/lightfoot-professor-of-divinity-appointment/
We are running a free one-day conference on June 30th for those who teach Religious Studies or Ethics in schools and colleges. The day includes sessions on current research, classroom best-practice, info on admissions and more!
Find out more below. www.durham.ac.uk/visit-us/sch...
Find out more below. www.durham.ac.uk/visit-us/sch...
May 22, 2025 at 5:01 PM
We are running a free one-day conference on June 30th for those who teach Religious Studies or Ethics in schools and colleges. The day includes sessions on current research, classroom best-practice, info on admissions and more!
Find out more below. www.durham.ac.uk/visit-us/sch...
Find out more below. www.durham.ac.uk/visit-us/sch...
New Publiction:
Durham PhD graduate and part-time Teaching Assistant in the department, @drrleong.bsky.social, recently published 'Living More Human(e)ly?' with Wipf and Stock. The monograph builds on Rebecca's PhD thesis, exploring ethical considerations in modern romantic relationships.
Durham PhD graduate and part-time Teaching Assistant in the department, @drrleong.bsky.social, recently published 'Living More Human(e)ly?' with Wipf and Stock. The monograph builds on Rebecca's PhD thesis, exploring ethical considerations in modern romantic relationships.
May 21, 2025 at 10:11 AM
New Publiction:
Durham PhD graduate and part-time Teaching Assistant in the department, @drrleong.bsky.social, recently published 'Living More Human(e)ly?' with Wipf and Stock. The monograph builds on Rebecca's PhD thesis, exploring ethical considerations in modern romantic relationships.
Durham PhD graduate and part-time Teaching Assistant in the department, @drrleong.bsky.social, recently published 'Living More Human(e)ly?' with Wipf and Stock. The monograph builds on Rebecca's PhD thesis, exploring ethical considerations in modern romantic relationships.
The Department of Theology and Religion at Durham is now (somewhat belatedly) on Bluesky! Do follow along for updates on our work, publications and events.
We're also on Twitter/X, so do follow us there as well⬇️
We're also on Twitter/X, so do follow us there as well⬇️
May 19, 2025 at 4:02 PM
The Department of Theology and Religion at Durham is now (somewhat belatedly) on Bluesky! Do follow along for updates on our work, publications and events.
We're also on Twitter/X, so do follow us there as well⬇️
We're also on Twitter/X, so do follow us there as well⬇️