Our conference theme in 2026 offered speakers the opportunity to explore a variety of understandings of ‘Power and the Common Good’ in relation to Practical Theology. Across the conference, a diversity of interpretations and practices relating to this area were explored. Following on from our conference we now invite submissions to the journal, particularly from […]
We’re excited to announce the Call for Papers for a special edition of the Practical Theology journal. The special edition: Adult Theological Education, seeks papers related to contemporary issues in adult theological education, such as recruitment issues, funding shortages, technological influences on academic rigor, secularism, ethics, pedagogy, migration, communism, climate crisis, violent extremism, vulnerabilities or power dynamics. Submissions may […]
The ESSSAT Conference (European Society for the Study of Science and Theology) will take place in Leeds from 19-22 August 2026. https://esssatconference.org/ This year’s conference is organised around the theme of language, with a focus on how language shapes meaning, interpretation, experience, and practice across scientific, theological, and lived contexts. Questions of language are central […]
This course, running from 5-10 July 2026, focuses on the question “How do people in diverse communities use the Bible in relationship to establish, critique or conceive of leadership within and from Christian communities?”, and attempt to critically reflect upon this subject and surrounding topics. For further details, please see here.
The William Leech Research Fund funds high quality research in the area of Christian social ethics and practical theology in the North East of England. Grants are made for research that: Engages with the people and churches of the region, and arises from the questions and issues that they are encountering. Advances understanding of these questions/issues […]
Being the People of God: Missional Ecclesiology for Uncertain Times Join us for a conversation day in Oxford on the 17 March 2026 from 10am-4pm based around the book ‘Being the People of God: Missional Ecclesiology for Uncertain Times’ published by SCM Press. The day will include a panel discussion based around some of the […]
Due to the growth and success of Practical Theology, the trustees of the Contact Pastoral Trust wish to appoint an Assistant Editor, who will make a significant contribution to the continuing development of the journal. Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for further details. Applications by 23 February 2026.
The McDonald Centre for Theology, Ethics, and Public Life is delighted to be among the sponsors of the upcoming Political Theologies 2026 conference, Political Theologies of Constitutions, the Rule of Law, and the Common Good, taking place at the University of Cambridge this April. Now in its sixth iteration, the Political Theologies series brings together scholars across […]
Call for Papers Conference Special Edition: From Age to Age: Practical Theology through the Life Cycle Our conference theme in 2025 offered speakers a number of opportunities to explore the place of Practical Theology in relation to various stages of life. We had a wide spectrum of interpretation and engagement on the theme of age […]
We are delighted to be recruiting for a Research Officer to join our team at an exciting time for the Susanna Wesley Foundation. Find out more: https://susannawesleyfoundation.org/job-opening-at-swf-research-officer/