Queen's Foundation for Ecumenical Theological Education

Queen's Foundation for Ecumenical Theological Education This is the page for the Queen's Foundation. We like difference! If you are passionate for God's work in God's world, then join us.

At Queen’s we recognise that God made the world to be full of creativity and difference. Our differences help us to know ourselves better, see God more clearly, love God more deeply, and learn how to serve God’s people.

Thinking about doing a PhD in Black Religious Studies? Whether you are new to theological study or want to refresh and s...
23/09/2026

Thinking about doing a PhD in Black Religious Studies?

Whether you are new to theological study or want to refresh and strengthen your skills as a postgraduate researcher, our BiP (Bridging into PhD) programme provides a foundation in epistemological, sociological and Black theological research methods to help prepare you for PhD study.

If you know someone who needs to take the next step towards their PhD, do share this with them.

Hurry! This is a final call to join the BIP programme this year with the Centre for Black Theology. Apply by Wednesday 30 September.

✍🏽 Apply here: https://queens.jotform.com/221251806181044

If you would like to arrange a chat, please contact Dr Dulcie Dixon McKenzie at [email protected]

Over the weekend, we had the pleasure of welcoming our newest part-time students for their induction!During their first ...
22/09/2026

Over the weekend, we had the pleasure of welcoming our newest part-time students for their induction!

During their first few days together, the group had the chance to get to know one another, sharing in worship, conversation and delicious food.

As they left with heads filled with information and login details, and hearts full of excitement for all that God has in store for them, we pray for a blessed journey in this new chapter of their lives and ministry.

📣 Bookings are now open for the Robert Beckford Lecture 2026!Join us on Thursday 22 October for the highly anticipated R...
17/09/2026

📣 Bookings are now open for the Robert Beckford Lecture 2026!

Join us on Thursday 22 October for the highly anticipated Robert Beckford Lecture, with Dr William Ackah, Reader in Social Sciences and African Diaspora Studies at Birkbeck, University of London.

At what promises to be an engaging evening of reflection and discussion, Dr Ackah will speak on “The Blacker than Saka Effect: Theological Necessities in the Face of Black Diasporic Realities in Britain”

📅 Thursday 22 October 2026
🕢 6:15pm light buffet and networking
🕢 7:30pm Lecture
📍 The Queen’s Foundation, Birmingham
🎟️ £12 | Limited places | Booking in advance essential

Book your ticket now at www.queens.ac.uk/RBL26

Earlier this week, Dr Mabel Alkali and Dr Carlton Turner were speaking at the Lambeth Palace Network Day for clergy and ...
11/09/2026

Earlier this week, Dr Mabel Alkali and Dr Carlton Turner were speaking at the Lambeth Palace Network Day for clergy and laity of GMH/UKME heritage.

Hosted by the Archbishop of Canterbury and Archbishop of York, alongside the co-lead bishops for racial justice, Bishop Rosemarie Mallett and Bishop Arun Arora, the event was a full day of conversation, reflection, worship and connection around racial justice in The Church of England.

At the gathering, aslo attended by our Director of Anglican Formation Revd Steve Muneza, Mabel and Carlton shared some of the emerging findings from their research into anti-racist theological education, as part of Queen’s Racial Justice Project: Empowering UKME/GMH Theological Educators.

Find out more about Queen's Racial Justice Project at www.queens.ac.uk/racialjustice

It was a joy to meet so many people at the Queen’s Takeaway stand at Greenbelt Festival and to share something of our co...
08/09/2026

It was a joy to meet so many people at the Queen’s Takeaway stand at Greenbelt Festival and to share something of our community and vision for theological education. Beyond the stand, we also contributed to some thought-provoking conversations across the Festival.

In The Methodist Church Hope & Anchor, “We Didn’t Start the Fire: A Conversation across the Generations” brought together Queen’s folks and others to explore different perspectives, lived experiences and hopes for the future.

“Decolonising Sacred Music” explored worship music and justice, including questions around the appropriation of global music. Tutor Dr Robert Beckford contributed to this important conversation, bringing his expertise to the discussion.

If you connected or reconnected with us at Greenbelt, we would love to keep in touch! Explore our courses at www.queens.ac.uk and sign up for our newsletter at www.queens.ac.uk/newsletter-subscription/



📸Thanks to our wonderful volunteers and our fantastic work experience student Owen

We are delighted to welcome Deacon Corinne Brown as our new Diaconal Oversight Tutor. Corinne joins Queen's after four y...
04/09/2026

We are delighted to welcome Deacon Corinne Brown as our new Diaconal Oversight Tutor. Corinne joins Queen's after four years in the South Worcestershire Circuit, having served previously in the Bristol and York Circuits.

Welcome to Queen's, Corinne!

28/08/2026

We are involved at Greenbelt. Participating in a panel at the Hope and Anchor.
You can get involved too! Give the wheel a spin to answer a question and you can win some love hearts... answer more correctly and you get a Queen's mug!

28/08/2026

come by and say Hi!
One of our young people did a walk through on how to find us. Here we go, see you in five!

We're at Greenbelt!! Come and visit us at stand 16 of the TakeAway area! Setting up today, Open tomorrow from 10am. An...
27/08/2026

We're at Greenbelt!! Come and visit us at stand 16 of the TakeAway area! Setting up today, Open tomorrow from 10am. And the rain has stopped. Who can you tag that is at Greenbelt?

UPDATE: Book Now at www.queens.ac.uk/RBL26⁠ANNOUNCEMENTWe are delighted to announce Dr William Ackah as this year’s spea...
14/08/2026

UPDATE:
Book Now at www.queens.ac.uk/RBL26⁠

ANNOUNCEMENT

We are delighted to announce Dr William Ackah as this year’s speaker for the Robert Beckford Lecture.

Dr Ackah is an internationally respected scholar as a leading voice in African diaspora studies and Black community development. His work provides insight into the lived realities, advocacy efforts, and spiritual practices of Black communities globally, especially throughout the UK, Africa, and the Caribbean.

His lecture title is: The Blacker than Saka Effect: Theological Necessities in the Face of Black Diasporic Realities in Britain, and will take place on Thursday 22nd October 2026 at the Queen’s Foundation at 7.30pm.

This will be an in-person event, and booking details will be released early September. To express your interest, email: [email protected]

For more information on the Robert Beckford Lecture 2026, visit https://www.queens.ac.uk/events/the-robert-beckford-lecture-2026/

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