Theology House

Theology House book of the week is Broken Trust Broken Lives by Jacinda Thompson a fellow Kiwi. It broaches a heavy but necessary topic. Drawing on survivor testimony, legal cases, government inquiries, and international research, this book reveals the dynamics that enable abuse, the devastating impacts on victims and communities, and the institutional failures that allow harm to persist.

We are excited to be hosting Science for the Churches, a seminar from our friends at New Zealand Christians in Science. From the Big Bang to AI come along for stimulating presentations and conversation!
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Theology house book of the week is from one of our favourite publishers! Embraced and Included: A Disability-sensitive Perspective on Christian healing. This compelling study calls for a nuanced and sensitive approach to disability within Christian healing ministry, and a broader definition of healing that encompasses unity in Christ, love for others and inclusivity as deeply healing experiences.

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Two common approaches to the Book of Revelation are to ignore it or to start a cult. Let’s see if we can find a better way in our upcoming course! Using St John’s apocalyptic vision recorded in Revelation, we will think about the end of the world and the mission of the church. We will explore how to read apocalyptic literature, what happens when we die, Heaven and Hell, and all those things often in the “too hard basket.”

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Theology House book of the week is Becoming God's Family by Carmen Joy Imes. Imes addresses the disheartening realities of scandals, political polarization, and deconstruction with a constructive and hopeful perspective. She invites readers into a vision of the church that is rooted deeply in Scripture

Theology House book of the week is True Evangelical by John Went. Drawing from his life of ministry, John Went discusses the many significant changes both theologically and ecclesiologically, within Anglicanism and Evangelicalism today.

Theology House book of the week is The Way of St Benedict by Rowan Williams. With Williams as our guide, The Way of St Benedict speaks to the Rule’s ability to help anyone live more fully in harmony with others whilst orientating themselves fully to the will of God.

Theology House book of the week is Why the Bible Began by Jacob L. Wright. An alternative history of Scripture and it's origins. For Jacob Wright, the Bible is not only a testimony of survival, but also an unparalleled achievement in human history.

Theology House book of the week is 'How Does God Act in the World? Science Miracle and Mission' by David Wilkinson. From The Simpsons to a wedding in Cana, from grace to quantum theory, and from the problem of evil to eschatology, David Wilkinson argues that the biblical picture of a God who acts in the world makes sense in the light of modern science, but how God acts cannot be reduced to simple models.

Let Us Pray: Leading Intercessions in Worship. Join us for an engaging and practical training event at the Transitional Cathedral on the 15th of July. Designed to help you lead intercessory prayer with confidence and heart. Whether you’re new to leading prayers or have been doing it for years, this session is for you! Click the link in comments to read more and register.