Steve Lyall, Author at Whitley College https://www.whitley.edu.au/author/steve/ The Baptist College of Victoria Fri, 20 Dec 2019 01:42:56 +0000 en-AU hourly 1 https://www.whitley.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Whitley-Bird-white-transparent-100x100.png Steve Lyall, Author at Whitley College https://www.whitley.edu.au/author/steve/ 32 32 Victorian Baptist Historical Society Essay Competition https://www.whitley.edu.au/2019/12/20/vhbs-essay-comp-2020/ Fri, 20 Dec 2019 01:30:09 +0000 https://www.whitley.edu.au/?p=6199 Calling all budding historical writers! Write a report, win a prize, and be considered for publication!

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]]> Calling all budding historical writers!

Contribute to knowledge and understanding about Victorian Baptist identities, personalities and events – do some research, write a report, win a prize, and be considered for publication!

Prize for winning entrant: $250

The winning essay will also be considered for ‘Our Yesterdays’, the annual publication of the Victorian Baptist Historical Society.

Closing date: 1 August 2020

For a copy of the rules, please contact Richard Thwaites.

For more information about the competition and the Victorian Baptist Historical Society, contact Rev Dr Marita Munro (VBHS President).

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]]> René Erwich appointed Professor of the University https://www.whitley.edu.au/2019/11/02/5940/ Fri, 01 Nov 2019 22:56:50 +0000 https://www.whitley.edu.au/?p=5940 Congratulations to Reverend Professor René Erwich, appointed a Professor of the University of Divinity by the University Council on 31 October 2019.

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]]> Congratulations to Reverend Professor René Erwich, appointed a Professor of the University of Divinity by the University Council on 31 October 2019. Professor Erwich is noted for his outstanding contribution to Research, Leadership in the Academy and Engagement with the Churches and Community.

The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Peter Sherlock, said that:

“Professor Erwich’s contributions to theological scholarship, research and leadership are great gifts to the University of Divinity, Whitley College, and the societies we serve. This professorial appointment recognises his sustained commitment to engagement with the issues of the contemporary world, and as such exemplifies the University’s Vision. I look forward to the continued leadership Professor Erwich will provide in and beyond the University, especially in applied and collaborative research.”

The citation for the appointment is:

Professor René Erwich is an internationally recognised expert in Christian theology and ministry and its application to contemporary society. His research involves a hopeful articulation of Christian faith in engagement with the needs and challenges of secular society. He has been the recipient of several major grants for applied and collaborative research, including projects on spiritual leadership in a post-Christian society and Christian identity in health care. Professor Erwich is also widely recognised for his teaching in pastoral theology and missiology. Scholarly appreciation of his work has led to numerous guest lectureships and conference presentations in many parts of the world. He has rendered significant leadership to the church and academy as Research Professor in Theology at the Ede Christian University in the Netherlands and since 2017 as Principal of Whitley College.

(This article originally appeared in Vox on 1 November 2019)

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]]> ‘Locations of God’ Symposium https://www.whitley.edu.au/2019/11/01/locations-of-god-symposium/ Fri, 01 Nov 2019 05:37:17 +0000 https://www.whitley.edu.au/?p=5906 The symposium will discuss Mark Brett’s new book on political theology in the Hebrew Bible, reflecting on key issues from a range of perspectives ...

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]]> A symposium on Mark Brett’s new book, ‘Locations of God: Political Theology in the Hebrew Bible’ (Oxford University Press, 2019)

The symposium will discuss Mark Brett’s new book on political theology in the Hebrew Bible, reflecting on key issues from a range of perspectives – including New Testament theology and the history of the Bible’s reception.

Presenters

11:00am – 11:30am       Garry Deverell, Adjunct Researcher, Trinity College Theological School
11:30am – 12:00pm       Monica Melanchthon, Associate Professor of Old Testament, Pilgrim Theological College
12:00pm – 12:30pm       Merryl Blair, Adjunct Lecturer, Stirling College
12:30pm – 1:00pm          (Lunch)
1:00pm – 1:30pm             Keith Dyer, Associate Professor of New Testament, Whitley College
1:30pm – 2:00pm             Geoff Thompson, Associate Professor of Systematic Theology, Pilgrim Theological College

After the symposium there will be an informal reception, allowing for further conversation around themes raised by the book and the five presenters.

Event Details

Date: Thursday 12 December 2019
Time: 11:00am – 2:00pm
Cost: $10 per person, $5 for students and unwaged (Plus an additional fee of 50c per ticket at checkout)
Venue: Whitley College, 50 The Avenue, Parkville
Parking: Available along The Avenue or Leonard Street
Enquiries: whitley@whitley.edu.au | 03 9340 8100

RSVP

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]]> Gender, Sexuality and Pastoral Practice https://www.whitley.edu.au/2019/10/18/gender-sexuality-and-pastoral-practice/ Fri, 18 Oct 2019 11:26:54 +0000 https://www.whitley.edu.au/?p=5875 Consider the important questions around gender and sexuality that shape our pastoral practice

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]]> Join Whitley’s Principal, Dr René Erwich, and Dr Almatine Leene, lecturer from Stellenbosch University, South Africa, as they lead an evening considering the important questions around gender and sexuality that shape our pastoral practice. Refreshments from 6:30pm, with formal presentations, responses and audience Q & A. We intend to create a respectful environment to consider this important issue. Please RSVP by Friday 8 November 2019.

Event Details

Date: Monday 11 November 2019
Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm (Refreshments served from 6:30pm)
Cost: Free
RSVP: Friday 8 November 2019
Venue: Whitley College, 50 The Avenue, Parkville
Parking: Available along The Avenue or Leonard Street
Enquiries: whitley@whitley.edu.au | 03 9340 8100

RSVP

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]]> Dr Rosalind Gooden Reflects on Her Life and Service https://www.whitley.edu.au/2019/10/17/dr-rosalind-gooden-life-and-service/ Thu, 17 Oct 2019 08:04:02 +0000 https://www.whitley.edu.au/?p=5863 You are warmly invited to the next meeting of the Victorian Baptist Historical Society on Saturday 9 November at Ashburton Baptist Church.

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]]> You are warmly invited to the next meeting of the Victorian Baptist Historical Society.

Dr Rosalind Gooden will reflect on her life and service with Global Interaction (ABMS) as a missionary in Pakistan/Bangladesh, former director of Personnel and training, and mission historian, particularly women’s history.

Event Details

Date: Saturday 9 November
Time: 11:00 am – 12:15 pm (morning tea at 10:30am)
Venue: Ashburton Baptist Church, 8 Y Street Ashburton VIC
Parking: Available in adjacent shopping centre carpark (off Marquis St). Easy walk from carpark into café area at back of church.
Enquiries: Marita Munro (President), mmunro@whitley.edu.au

Victorian Baptist Historical Society

The VBHS was formed on 15 July 1982 and promotes interest in and research of the history of Baptists in Victoria. Regular meetings are held to discuss aspects of Baptist history in this state.

 

Victorian Baptist Historical Society website

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]]> Art & Theology Exhibition https://www.whitley.edu.au/2019/10/04/art-theology-exhibition/ Fri, 04 Oct 2019 10:31:14 +0000 https://www.whitley.edu.au/?p=5813 Join us for the launch of our Art & Theology exhibition featuring the work of Whitley students. Refreshments will be served from 5:30pm, and the announcement of our prize winning artworks shortly before 6:00pm. All are welcome. Event Details Exhibition opening and prize announcement: Monday 14 October 2019 Starting Time: 5:30pm Exhibition dates: Monday 14 ...

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]]> Join us for the launch of our Art & Theology exhibition featuring the work of Whitley students.

Refreshments will be served from 5:30pm, and the announcement of our prize winning artworks shortly before 6:00pm. All are welcome.

Event Details

Exhibition opening and prize announcement: Monday 14 October 2019
Starting Time: 5:30pm
Exhibition dates: Monday 14 October – Thursday 5 December 2019
Venue: Whitley College, 50 The Avenue, Parkville
Parking: Available along The Avenue or Leonard Street
Enquiries: whitley@whitley.edu.au | 03 9340 8100

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]]> NEXT Open Night https://www.whitley.edu.au/2019/10/04/next-open-night/ Fri, 04 Oct 2019 03:12:34 +0000 https://www.whitley.edu.au/?p=5791 At our Open Nights, you get to road test what NEXT is actually like and see whether it is a good fit for you.

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NEXT is a unique experience of discipleship, spiritual formation and personal development wrapped up in a tailor-made program of accredited Diploma study for emerging and young adults. NEXT is designed for post-high school students who are looking for something different while they are transitioning between whatever is now to whatever is … well … next.

Because NEXT is such an out-of-the-box experience, the only way to really find out what it is like is to come along and experience it for yourself.

At our Open Nights, you get to road test what NEXT is actually like and see whether it is a good fit for you.

NEXT Open Night is your opportunity to find out what you need to know. You will experience first hand why NEXT is such a unique course, discover the different options you have available, and see how you can put these together to create a year that fits your situation and plans.

Ask any question. Meet the team. Check out the campus. Enjoy our culinary delights.

Event Details

Date: Thursday 10 October 2019
Time: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Venue: Whitley College, 50 The Avenue, Parkville
Parking: Available along The Avenue or Leonard Street
Enquiries: hello@next.asn.au | 03 9340 8100
More information: next.asn.au

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]]> A History of the Gospel Hall ministry of the Collins Street Baptist Church https://www.whitley.edu.au/2019/08/30/a-history-of-the-gospel-hall-ministry-of-the-collins-street-baptist-church/ Fri, 30 Aug 2019 06:11:21 +0000 https://www.whitley.edu.au/?p=5751 You are warmly invited to the next meeting of the Victorian Baptist Historical Society. Stefanie Pearce (Whitley graduate) will speak on ‘A History of the Gospel Hall ministry of the Collins Street Baptist Church’. Date: Saturday 7 September Time: 11:00 am – 12:15 pm (Morning tea from 10.30 am) Venue: Ashburton Baptist Church, 8 Y Street ...

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]]> You are warmly invited to the next meeting of the Victorian Baptist Historical Society. Stefanie Pearce (Whitley graduate) will speak on ‘A History of the Gospel Hall ministry of the Collins Street Baptist Church’.

Date: Saturday 7 September

Time: 11:00 am – 12:15 pm (Morning tea from 10.30 am)

Venue: Ashburton Baptist Church, 8 Y Street Ashburton VIC

Parking: Available in adjacent shopping centre carpark (off Marquis St). Easy walk from carpark into café area at back of church.

Cost: Free

Enquiries: Marita Munro (President), mmunro@whitley.edu.au

Victorian Baptist Historical Society

The VBHS was formed on 15 July 1982 and promotes interest in and research of the history of Baptists in Victoria. Regular meetings are held to discuss aspects of Baptist history in this state.

 

Victorian Baptist Historical Society website

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]]> End of Life Care Seminar https://www.whitley.edu.au/2019/08/15/endoflifecareseminar/ Thu, 15 Aug 2019 06:25:58 +0000 https://www.whitley.edu.au/?p=5718 An outstanding professional development opportunity for practitioners working in the field of health, pastoral care, and spiritual care.

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]]> This seminar offers an outstanding professional development opportunity for practitioners working in the field of health, pastoral care, and spiritual care. Experienced theologians will provide a collage of reflections on the subject of “End of Life Care” and invite participants to enter into a space of thoughtful consideration around their own role in providing spiritual care to those who are most vulnerable. There will be opportunity for group interaction, questions and personal reflection.

Dr Lynn Moresi will host the day, together with experienced practitioners from Baptcare and Whitley College.

Limited seating available – first come, first served!

Date

Friday 20 September 2019, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm

Venue

Whitley College, 50 The Avenue, Parkville, VIC

Cost

$50 (Tea/Coffee and light lunch provided)

Program overview:

  • Morning Session
    • A Collage of Reflections on “The Theology of Dying” followed by an opportunity for group interaction / reflection / questions
  • Lunch Break
  • Afternoon Session
    • A Case Study on “Personal Response to an End of Life Experience” followed by a presentation on “Aesthetic Engagement in Ministry with the Aged”. There will be further opportunity for group interaction / reflection / questions followed by a final liturgy to close the day.

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]]> The Gospel in a Consumer Culture https://www.whitley.edu.au/2019/08/14/gospel-in-a-consumer-culture/ Wed, 14 Aug 2019 00:53:03 +0000 https://www.whitley.edu.au/?p=5702 How might ecological responsibility and economic justice be linked to the health of faith and the content of witness? And what might this actually look like?

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Humanity in the 21st century faces enormous challenges. Australian Christianity in the 21st century is also facing enormous challenges. It will be argued that both of these challenges are linked to a crisis of the dominant mode of living in the West: consumer culture. This lecture will consider the tasks of Christian witness in Australia if it is to take these twin challenges seriously. How might ecological responsibility and economic justice be linked to the health of faith and the content of witness? And what might this actually look like?

Jonathan Cornford is the co-founder of Manna Gum, a ministry in good news economics. He has a doctorate in political-economy and is currently undertaking a doctorate in theology through Whitley College.

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