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What is the true meaning of Christmas?

What is the true meaning of Christmas?

01 Dec 2023
Many of us celebrate Christmas, but do you know what the occasion really means?
New book: Recommended reading for anyone considering ordination

New book: Recommended reading for anyone considering ordination

18 Aug 2023
As the Revd Dr Fergus King explains, the new book by Bradly Billings, 'Truly Called? Vocation in the Anglican Church' is the perfect read for anyone considering ordination.
Why study theology at university?

Why study theology at university?

24 Jul 2023
Theology may interest you as a field of academic study, but you may be wondering, is a theology degree worth it? We break down the reasons to study theology at university level, including some study options.
Trinity alum the Revd Dr John Deane awarded the Lambeth Award from the Archbishop of Canterbury

Trinity alum the Revd Dr John Deane awarded the Lambeth Award from the Archbishop of Canterbury

27 Jun 2023
Congratulations to John Deane, who has received the Cross of St Augustine for Services to the Anglican Communion.

Why does the patriarchy still prevail in the church? Does the Bible really promote this?

07 Jun 2023
Join this thought-provoking seminar to learn more.
Meet our new Theological School student president

Meet our new Theological School student president

01 Mar 2023
We're pleased to welcome Cara Greenham Hancock as the student body president for our Theological School in 2023.
February seminar and intensive: The Gospel of Matthew

February seminar and intensive: The Gospel of Matthew

02 Feb 2023
In February 2023, Trinity College Theological School Dean, the Revd Canon Dr Bob Derrenbacker, will be teaching a one-day seminar and five-day intensive about the Gospel of Matthew.
Meet Theological School administrator Joanne Pope

Meet Theological School administrator Joanne Pope

16 Sep 2022
Joanne shares her favourite book, Bible verse, and the activity that makes her lose track of time.
Q&A with Trinity Chaplain Luke Hopkins

Q&A with Trinity Chaplain Luke Hopkins

18 Aug 2022
Father Luke Hopkins took on Trinity's chaplaincy role in 2022. Here he shares his path to becoming ordained and how he serves our community.
Who was Barry Marshall?

Who was Barry Marshall?

12 Aug 2022
On 6 September 2022 we will be holding the annual Barry Marshall theology lecture. The event, which includes a memorial eucharist and lecture, is held near the anniversary of Barry’s death and attracts an eminent speaker in theology each year. But who exactly was Barry Marshall?

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In him all things hold together

In him all things hold together

17/11/2021
By The Revd Dr Robert Derrenbacker
Contemplating the reign of Christ in a season of uncertainty
An Incongruous Unity

An Incongruous Unity

26/10/2021
By The Revd Professor Mark Lindsay
In two apparently contradictory celebrations, we are directed towards a shared truth – one that is needed more now than ever before.
Anxiety and Faith

Anxiety and Faith

12/10/2021
By The Revd Professor Dorothy Lee
"All shall be well, and all shall be well, and all manner of things shall be well."
The Disappointment of the Apocalypse

The Disappointment of the Apocalypse

29/09/2021
By Dr Scott Kirkland
Something strange is happening to our language of freedom. Perhaps an opportunity is being lost.
Forgive them Father

Forgive them Father

15/09/2021
By The Revd Dr Chris Porter
"Father, forgive them for they know not what they do" – Luke 23:34

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Video messages from the Dean of the Theological School

During the early stages of the COVID-19 outbreak, Dean Bob Derrenbacker delivered messages to the Trinity College Theological School Community via our YouTube channel. You can watch them via the links below. 

Screenshot of one of the video messages from the Dean of Trinity College Theological School, the Revd Canon Dr Bob Derrenbacker

Historial fiction novel on St Paul discussed in Ridley panel event
Damascus author, Christos Tsiolkas, talks St Paul with theologians. This panel discussion took place at Ridley College on 12 February 2020 - moderated by Bishop Paul Barker and featuring Ridley Principal, the Revd Dr Brian Rosner, and Trinity College lecturer, the Revd Dr Fergus King.

48th Barry Marshal Memorial Lecture: Women's Leadership in the Anglican Church of Australia
Trinity alumna Kay Goldsworthy was installed as the 8th Archbishop in Perth in February 2018, becoming the first woman in the world to be given the title of Archbishop within the Anglican communion. Prior to that, in 2017, she became a member of the Order of Australia (AO). On 22 August 2018, she returned to Trinity to deliver an address about women’s leadership in the Anglican church in Australia. Kay prompted the audience to consider how successful leadership by women is measured and the way the theological landscape is changing across the country.

A Theological Culture for Ministry Education
By the Revd Dr Don Saines, Director, Ministry Education Centre, Theological School Commencement Service, 27 February 2017.

Mother's Day
By Mr Campbell Bairstow, Dean & Deputy Warden, Trinity College, at Evensong, 8 May 2016.