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Durham Theology and Religion @durhamtheology.bsky.social · 9h

…and navigate the complex and changing waters of moral injury, discerning how to respond to it as individuals and as the body of Christ.”

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Why is the church hurting? By Rhona Knight - Durham University

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Durham Theology and Religion @durhamtheology.bsky.social · 9h

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…

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Lauren Randall @laurenrndll.bsky.social · 5d

CFP: “Shaping the Word: the Form and Use of Biblical Manuscripts in the Early Medieval West” at Durham University in July 2026. We are interested in a wide range of papers exploring ways in which scriptural texts (produced roughly c. 500-1000) were presented and used.

Durham Uni, 2–5 July 2026
From c. 500-1000, Christian scriptures were produced and used in a diverse range of forms and contexts. A manuscript may include a single biblical text (the psalter, a gospel), a collection of texts (the Hexateuch, the gospels), or, rarely, a complete “New Testament” or “Bible” in the modern sense. The distinctiveness of a manuscript is shown by content and textual affiliation, its palaeographical and codicological characteristics, and its paratextual features – from illustrations of biblical narratives, author portraits, and illuminated lettering to canon tables, capitula, prefatory materials, and glosses. Once in circulation, a manuscript’s contexts of use may also vary. Different uses correspond to different users with distinct and perhaps conflicting priorities/goals. Production and use(s) may occur at the same site or at far distant times and places.

This conference aims to explore topics related to both the physical presentation and the use of scriptural manuscripts produced in the Early Medieval period (c. 500–1000 CE). We welcome paper proposals from scholars working in all areas of this field, including PhD students. Whatever the specific topic, priority may be given to papers that also relate it to the wider focus of the conference on both “form” (or “production”) and “use”. We hope to be able to cover presenters’ full conference costs with the exception of travel.
Titles and Abstracts of proposed papers should be submitted to Lauren Randall (lauren.m.randall@durham.ac.uk), copied to Francis Watson (francis.watson@durham.ac.uk), by Monday 17 November. Abstracts should not exceed 150 words. Papers should be 25 minutes, allowing 20 minute discussion. There will be keynote papers/presentations. Please contact us if you have any questions!

This event forms part of our sub-project “Text, Format, and Reader”, focused on Codex Amiatinus and funded by the Glasgow-based “Paratexts Seeking Understanding” project (Templeton Religion Trust)

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Durham Theology and Religion @durhamtheology.bsky.social · 6d

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...

Front cover of The Tablet, 4th October 2025.

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Durham Theology and Religion @durhamtheology.bsky.social · 12d

A welcome reception for all new PGR and PGT students, Monday Sept. 29th, 15:30-17:00 in Abbey House. Do join for a drink and light refreshments!

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Durham Theology and Religion @durhamtheology.bsky.social · 12d

Induction Session for all new PGR students (PhDs and MAs), Monday Sept. 29th, 9:00-12:00 in Abbey House (Seminar Room B).

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Durham Theology and Religion @durhamtheology.bsky.social · 12d

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 ⬇️

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Durham Theology and Religion @durhamtheology.bsky.social · 14d

New from Prof. @annarowlands.bsky.social for @abcaustralia.bsky.social - 'Bread and roses, crosses and flags: What is a country for — and for whom?'

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Bread and roses, crosses and flags: What is a country for — and for whom? - ABC Religion & Ethics

In the UK, we seem to be flying flags at precisely the moment when we are least sure of what they signify: it feels like an assertion, not of strength, but coming out of a sense of loss, grief, anger,...

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Durham Theology and Religion @durhamtheology.bsky.social · 14d

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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Cranmer Hall @cranmerhall.bsky.social · 16d

Amazing news! We collaborate with @durhamtheology.bsky.social across our BA and MA department degrees, the Doctor of Theology & Religion programme, & other taught modules. Interested? Explore what we offer: www.cranmerhall.com/study-with-u...
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Study options | Cranmer Hall Durham | A vibrant and diverse evangelical Christian community.

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Grant Macaskill @grantmacaskill.bsky.social · 19d

The last week has seen the release of three U.K. university league tables and @durhamtheology.bsky.social has been ranked 1st in all of them. www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/league-table...

Theology & Religious Studies Subject League Table 2026

Theology & Religious Studies focus on the world's major religions from a non-biased, academic perspective

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Durham Theology and Religion @durhamtheology.bsky.social · 19d

We've had a wonderful week with out DThM students in town!

Cranmer Hall @cranmerhall.bsky.social · 19d

Final two days of the DThM have included plenary sessions from Dr Joanna Leidenhag and Prof Gordon Lynch, alongside student presentations and input from our team. We also had a wonderful formal dinner, in which we said thank you and farewell to our outgoing programme co-director Dr Sam Tranter.

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Durham Theology and Religion @durhamtheology.bsky.social · 19d

Delighted to have been ranked as the number one department in the UK in the Times and Sunday Times University Rankings 2026, now number one across the three major UK rankings!

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UK university rankings 2026: League table

The definitive 2026 UK university rankings league table, from The Times and The Sunday Times. Discover the best universities

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Cranmer Hall @cranmerhall.bsky.social · 21d

Yesterday’s DThM schedule included module sessions, plenaries, student research presentations, and equally important - shared meals. @durhamtheology.bsky.social

#doctoroftheologyandministry #septemberschool2025

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Cranmer Hall @cranmerhall.bsky.social · 22d

Our Doctor of Theology and Ministry (DThM) September School is well underway. Students come together this week from all across the globe to learn in this unique, world-class teaching environment. Watch this space for updates on what they’ll be up to! @durhamtheology.bsky.social

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Durham Theology and Religion @durhamtheology.bsky.social · 22d

New from Billy Crozier, our Duns Scotus Assistant Professor in Franciscan Studies:

'How St Francis of Assisi teaches us to shut our eyes - and see' in The Tablet over the Summer.

www.thetablet.co.uk/features/how...

How St Francis of Assisi teaches us to shut our eyes – and see - The Tablet

When I walked into the Sacro Convento Library in Assisi holding a white cane and asking to handle some of their most precious medieval manuscripts, the

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Durham Theology and Religion @durhamtheology.bsky.social · 23d

Great to see the hard work of our staff and students recognised as we top the @theguardian.com's latest Theology and Religious Studies rankings.

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Best UK universities for theology & religious studies – league table

The study of religious belief systems, including Christian theology, Islam and Buddhism

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Durham Theology and Religion @durhamtheology.bsky.social · 26d

Joining us in Durham this year? Take a virtual tour around the department...

www.durham.ac.uk/departments/...

Looking forward to welcoming our new students in a few weeks!

Visit us - Durham University

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Grant Macaskill @grantmacaskill.bsky.social · Sep 8

It is wonderful to see Douglas Davies from @durhamtheology.bsky.social @durham-university.bsky.social honoured for his incredible work. www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/...

Durham professor honoured for pioneering contributions to death studies - Durham University

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Durham Theology and Religion @durhamtheology.bsky.social · 29d

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/...

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Durham Theology and Religion @durhamtheology.bsky.social · Sep 8

An excellent open letter from @theosthinktank.bsky.social highlighting the contribution and importance of Theology and Religious Studies in UK Higher Education. www.theosthinktank.co.uk/in-the-news/...

Safeguarding Theology & Religious Studies in higher education: an open letter

As students receive their A–Level results today, Theos have put together this open letter highlighting the importance of religious education in higher education. 14/08/2025

www.theosthinktank.co.uk

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Anupama Ranawana @msamrc.bsky.social · Sep 5

Happy to be writing some reflections for St Paul 's Learning on re-enchantment and ecological justice
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A season for enchantment | St Paul's Cathedral

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Durham Theology and Religion @durhamtheology.bsky.social · Sep 4

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Durham Theology and Religion @durhamtheology.bsky.social · Sep 4

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.

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Grant Macaskill @grantmacaskill.bsky.social · Sep 2

New digs (or, really, the view from my new digs). @durhamtheology.bsky.social (also, not sure if “digs” translates for non UK readers …)

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