Film & Theology

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Film & Theology Monday 16th – Thursday 19th April The 15th Annual Film & Theology gathering to watch, discuss and theologise about the movies. Cost £225- £180 residential, £160 non-residential For more information please visit the website.

Making a Scene

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Making a Scene Friday 8th – Sunday 10th June Author Greg Garrett will lead this weekend writing workshop that will focus on three primary elements of successful scenes: dramatic structure, conflict and dialogue. Cost £180- £210 residential, £160 non-residential For more information please visit the website.

Paul Re-Visioned

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Paul Re-Visioned Monday 2nd – Thursday 5th July Following his acclaimed Sufi-inspired reading of John’s Gospel last year, Kalyan Dey turns his attention to the dominant New Testament figure of Paul. Exploring Pauline key texts Kalyan offers a distinctive, insightful and liberal reading of Paul’s writings that will challenge preconceptions. This short course will help …
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The Gladstone Umbrella

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The Gladstone Umbrella Friday 6th – Sunday 8th July The Library, the National Memorial to the Grand Old Man, provides the perfect setting for the annual colloquium for scholars and Gladstone enthusiasts. Offers of papers on all aspects of Gladstone’s life and times are welcome (please contact David Brooks [email protected]). The weekend includes a trip …
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Still Honest to God?

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Still Honest to God? Monday 16th – Thursday 19th July Ian Bradley and Peter Francis consider the influence and themes of John Robinson’s Honest to God. Written 50 years ago, it still challenges the Christian world. They outline their ideas for a revived liberal Christian agenda – Ian from a Presbyterian perspective and Peter from …
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Celtic Christianity

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Celtic Christianity Friday 20th – Sunday 22nd July Author and broadcaster, Ian Bradley explores the myths and realities of Celtic Christianity and ponders its relevance for contemporary Christians. Cost £195 – £225 residential, £175 non-residential For more information please visit the website.

Three Sacred Mothers of Wales

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Three Sacred Mothers of Wales Monday 23rd – Friday 27th July A five day exploration of Christian life in early medieval Wales through the lives of three women. The week will include visits to both Pennant Melangell and Winefride’s Well. Saints Melangell, Nonn and Winefride demonstrated unique faith, courage, and prayerful witness to the presence …
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Greek in a Week

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Greek in a Week Monday 6th – Sunday 12th August Kalyan Dey explores a selection of texts for those who are seeking an opportunity to learn, revise or extend their knowledge of New Testament Greek. No prior knowledge is assumed or required. Cost £400 – £490 residential, £380 non-residential For more information please visit the …
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Hebrew in a Week

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Hebrew in a Week Monday 13th – Sunday 19th August This course offers an exciting way to enjoy and understand Biblical Hebrew. Lyn Bechtel leads the week for those who wish to begin to read Biblical Hebrew. It can be enjoyed by those who know a little Hebrew and wish to revise and improve their …
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Latin in a Week

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Latin in a Week Monday 20th – Sunday 26th August This exciting new course aims to take complete beginners to the point where they can read some short extracts of poetry and prose by Latin authors. Robert Parker leads the week for those who wish to begin to read Latin. It can also be enjoyed …
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