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Calendar of Events
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Art Exhibition: Experiencing LandscapeArt Exhibition: Experiencing Landscape
Fri 20 September, 9:00 am to Sun 3 November, 4:00 pm
Joy Hillyer’s paintings aim to convey a sense of place, of placement and exploration within the landscape. She is concerned with the ambiguity of the liminal: the juxtaposition of the real and the imagined; the interplay between essence and symbol, … Reading Fiction as a Spiritual PracticeReading Fiction as a Spiritual Practice
Mon 28 October, 10:00 am to Wed 30 October, 4:00 pm
 William Blake called the Old and New Testaments ‘The Great Code of Western Art’ and we see it over and over again in great works of fiction. In this course, we will explore the symbols at … Theologising Brexit by Anthony ReddieTheologising Brexit by Anthony Reddie
Mon 28 October, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Days before the Brexit deadline, Reddie will discuss his comprehensive analysis of the theological challenge presented by the new post-Brexit epoch. Theologizing Brexit: A Liberationist and Postcolonial Critique (Routledge, 2019) is the first intercultural and postcolonial theological exploration of the Brexit phenomenon. … |
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Art Exhibition: Experiencing LandscapeArt Exhibition: Experiencing Landscape
Fri 20 September, 9:00 am to Sun 3 November, 4:00 pm
Joy Hillyer’s paintings aim to convey a sense of place, of placement and exploration within the landscape. She is concerned with the ambiguity of the liminal: the juxtaposition of the real and the imagined; the interplay between essence and symbol, … Reading Fiction as a Spiritual PracticeReading Fiction as a Spiritual Practice
Mon 28 October, 10:00 am to Wed 30 October, 4:00 pm
William Blake called the Old and New Testaments ‘The Great Code of Western Art’ and we see it over and over again in great works of fiction. In this course, we will explore the symbols at … Exploring Theology Term 1: Week 6: Memory of Days Past and Vision of the Days to Come: Isaiah and JeremiahExploring Theology Term 1: Week 6: Memory of Days Past and Vision of the Days to Come: Isaiah and Jeremiah
Tue 29 October, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
 Exploring the Bible Exploring Theology’s year 2019-20 is subtitled Encountering the Bible, and focuses on gaining tools and understanding for rigorous, imaginative, faithful and fruitful encounter with the Scriptures. The Autumn Term explores the Hebrew Scriptures known to Christians as … |
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Art Exhibition: Experiencing LandscapeArt Exhibition: Experiencing Landscape
Fri 20 September, 9:00 am to Sun 3 November, 4:00 pm
Joy Hillyer’s paintings aim to convey a sense of place, of placement and exploration within the landscape. She is concerned with the ambiguity of the liminal: the juxtaposition of the real and the imagined; the interplay between essence and symbol, … Reading Fiction as a Spiritual PracticeReading Fiction as a Spiritual Practice
Mon 28 October, 10:00 am to Wed 30 October, 4:00 pm
William Blake called the Old and New Testaments ‘The Great Code of Western Art’ and we see it over and over again in great works of fiction. In this course, we will explore the symbols at … Sense and Stigma in the Gospels: Depictions of Sensory-Disabled CharactersSense and Stigma in the Gospels: Depictions of Sensory-Disabled Characters
Wed 30 October, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
 The senses are used within New Testament texts as instruments of knowledge and power and thus constitute important mediators of cultural knowledge and experience. Likewise, those instances where sensory faculty is perceived to be ‘disabled’ in some way also become … |
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Art Exhibition: Experiencing LandscapeArt Exhibition: Experiencing Landscape
Fri 20 September, 9:00 am to Sun 3 November, 4:00 pm
Joy Hillyer’s paintings aim to convey a sense of place, of placement and exploration within the landscape. She is concerned with the ambiguity of the liminal: the juxtaposition of the real and the imagined; the interplay between essence and symbol, … Resourcing a Good AdventResourcing a Good Advent
Thu 31 October, 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
 An enjoyable and informative afternoon to prepare you for Advent! Bring a group from your Church for some Advent course inspiration. James Woodward, Principal of Sarum College, will review the best of the new books and Advent courses this year. … |
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Art Exhibition: Experiencing LandscapeArt Exhibition: Experiencing Landscape
Fri 20 September, 9:00 am to Sun 3 November, 4:00 pm
Joy Hillyer’s paintings aim to convey a sense of place, of placement and exploration within the landscape. She is concerned with the ambiguity of the liminal: the juxtaposition of the real and the imagined; the interplay between essence and symbol, … Lunchtime Concert: Musicke in the AyreLunchtime Concert: Musicke in the Ayre
Fri 1 November, 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
 Lunchtime Concerts are held in the College’s Butterfield Chapel and are followed by a light buffet lunch (included in ticket price). Each concert starts at 12.45pm and lasts approximately 45 minutes. Subscription tickets are priced at £60. Individual concert tickets … Book Launch: A Skilfully Woven Knot by Michael MayneBook Launch: A Skilfully Woven Knot by Michael Mayne
Fri 1 November, 4:00 pm
Join Sarum College Bookshop for the launch of A Skilfully Woven Knot, the latest book based on the previously unpublished writings and lectures of the late Michael Mayne. The book is edited by Dr Joel Huffstetler, a leading scholar of … |
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Art Exhibition: Experiencing LandscapeArt Exhibition: Experiencing Landscape
Fri 20 September, 9:00 am to Sun 3 November, 4:00 pm
Joy Hillyer’s paintings aim to convey a sense of place, of placement and exploration within the landscape. She is concerned with the ambiguity of the liminal: the juxtaposition of the real and the imagined; the interplay between essence and symbol, … |
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Art Exhibition: Experiencing LandscapeArt Exhibition: Experiencing Landscape
Fri 20 September, 9:00 am to Sun 3 November, 4:00 pm
Joy Hillyer’s paintings aim to convey a sense of place, of placement and exploration within the landscape. She is concerned with the ambiguity of the liminal: the juxtaposition of the real and the imagined; the interplay between essence and symbol, … |
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Biblical Study Break: Digging into Isaiah 40-66Biblical Study Break: Digging into Isaiah 40-66
Mon 4 November, 1:00 pm to Thu 7 November, 2:00 pm
 These courses offer a sustained study of a single biblical book or biblical topic led by emerging and eminent scholars who bring fresh perspectives to the study of scripture. For more information surrounding the Biblical Study Breaks in general, check … |
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Biblical Study Break: Digging into Isaiah 40-66Biblical Study Break: Digging into Isaiah 40-66
Mon 4 November, 1:00 pm to Thu 7 November, 2:00 pm
These courses offer a sustained study of a single biblical book or biblical topic led by emerging and eminent scholars who bring fresh perspectives to the study of scripture. For more information surrounding the Biblical Study Breaks in general, check … Exploring Theology Term 1: Week 7: Performance and Prophecy: Ezekiel, Daniel and the 12 Minor ProphetsExploring Theology Term 1: Week 7: Performance and Prophecy: Ezekiel, Daniel and the 12 Minor Prophets
Tue 5 November, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Exploring the Bible Exploring Theology’s year 2019-20 is subtitled Encountering the Bible, and focuses on gaining tools and understanding for rigorous, imaginative, faithful and fruitful encounter with the Scriptures. The Autumn Term explores the Hebrew Scriptures known to Christians as … |
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Biblical Study Break: Digging into Isaiah 40-66Biblical Study Break: Digging into Isaiah 40-66
Mon 4 November, 1:00 pm to Thu 7 November, 2:00 pm
These courses offer a sustained study of a single biblical book or biblical topic led by emerging and eminent scholars who bring fresh perspectives to the study of scripture. For more information surrounding the Biblical Study Breaks in general, check … |
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Biblical Study Break: Digging into Isaiah 40-66Biblical Study Break: Digging into Isaiah 40-66
Mon 4 November, 1:00 pm to Thu 7 November, 2:00 pm
These courses offer a sustained study of a single biblical book or biblical topic led by emerging and eminent scholars who bring fresh perspectives to the study of scripture. For more information surrounding the Biblical Study Breaks in general, check … |
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Sing Gregorian ChantSing Gregorian Chant
Sat 9 November, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
 This day offers the chance to experience and sing Gregorian chant in a friendly context. An entertaining, informative and enjoyable experience structured around the monastic hour services. The theology of Gregorian chant is explored through singing it, for those with … |
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Exploring Theology Term 1: Week 8: Worship and the Temple: PsalmsExploring Theology Term 1: Week 8: Worship and the Temple: Psalms
Tue 12 November, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Exploring the Bible Exploring Theology’s year 2019-20 is subtitled Encountering the Bible, and focuses on gaining tools and understanding for rigorous, imaginative, faithful and fruitful encounter with the Scriptures. The Autumn Term explores the Hebrew Scriptures known to Christians as … |
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Leading by StoryLeading by Story
Wed 13 November, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
 We tell stories; we live in stories; we lead by story. Jesus told stories, and congregations invite others (or not) to join their story. The social sciences have taken a ‘narrative turn’ which offers new ways for thinking about how … |
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Can There Be a Theology of Art? What Would it Look Like?Can There Be a Theology of Art? What Would it Look Like?
Fri 15 November, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
 This day will look at several theologians who have written about art, and develop some of their more fruitful lines of enquiry. At the heart of the day, we will be seeking to use Trinitarian theology as a way of … |
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An Evening of Encountering the BibleAn Evening of Encountering the Bible
Mon 18 November, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
With Jayme Reaves, Stephen Need and Helen Paynter Join us for an evening to showcase Sarum College’s Centre for Encountering the Bible expanded programme. The Centre Coordinator, Dr Jayme Reaves, will give an overview of courses including Biblical Study Breaks, … |
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Poetry and the PsalmsPoetry and the Psalms
Tue 19 November, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
 From the time of Wyatt and the Sidneys, the Psalms have been at the heart of English poetry. This day will explore these ancient texts as transplanted in the work of Herbert and Vaughan as well as their later flourishing … Music in Worship Day: Inspiring Music in Worship – Engaging with the Rural ChurchMusic in Worship Day: Inspiring Music in Worship – Engaging with the Rural Church
Tue 19 November, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
 In rural areas, clergy oversee worship in multiple churches for small village congregations stretching over considerable geographical areas. This can produce unique opportunities for lay leaders and musicians to work with clergy, exploring innovative ways to worship both inside and … Exploring Theology Term 1: Week 9: The Text in Conversation: Ruth, Esther, Song of Songs, Ecclesiastes, Lamentations and Ezra/NehemiahExploring Theology Term 1: Week 9: The Text in Conversation: Ruth, Esther, Song of Songs, Ecclesiastes, Lamentations and Ezra/Nehemiah
Tue 19 November, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Exploring the Bible Exploring Theology’s year 2019-20 is subtitled Encountering the Bible, and focuses on gaining tools and understanding for rigorous, imaginative, faithful and fruitful encounter with the Scriptures. The Autumn Term explores the Hebrew Scriptures known to Christians as … |
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Gospel of MatthewGospel of Matthew
Wed 20 November, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
 A gospel that can scale the heights of theological wisdom and at the same time seem to descend to a low level of judgmental bitterness in its treatment of Jews and Judaism has to pose challenges for all who make … Cancelled: Book Launch: A Future That’s Bigger Than the Past by Samuel WellsCancelled: Book Launch: A Future That’s Bigger Than the Past by Samuel Wells
Wed 20 November, 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
 It is with regret, that due to unforeseen circumstances, tonight’s book launch with Samuel Wells has been cancelled. Apologies to all who were looking forward to this evening. |
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MODEM Conference 2019- Losing Control: Enabling WithnessMODEM Conference 2019- Losing Control: Enabling Withness
Thu 21 November, 12:00 pm to Fri 22 November, 2:00 pm
 MODEM Conference 2019 This conference, in partnership with the Susanna Wesley Foundation, will explore ideas Sam Wells has developed in his recent books and how these can relate to ideas from organisation studies about the emergence and non-imperialistic forms of … |
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MODEM Conference 2019- Losing Control: Enabling WithnessMODEM Conference 2019- Losing Control: Enabling Withness
Thu 21 November, 12:00 pm to Fri 22 November, 2:00 pm
MODEM Conference 2019 This conference, in partnership with the Susanna Wesley Foundation, will explore ideas Sam Wells has developed in his recent books and how these can relate to ideas from organisation studies about the emergence and non-imperialistic forms of … |
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Sexuality and SpiritualitySexuality and Spirituality
Mon 25 November, 2:00 pm to Thu 28 November, 2:00 pm
 This module will provide students with the methodological tools to engage with a study of sexuality and Spirituality. Students will be enabled to understand how the Christian tradition has engaged with sexuality and spirituality and how that impacts on contemporary … Working TogetherWorking Together
Mon 25 November, 2:00 pm to Thu 28 November, 2:00 pm
 This module encourages engagement with a hermeneutical approach grounded in the Holy Trinity, which is examined through several traditions. Biblical examples of ministry and working together are critiqued through the disciplines of sociology, psychology and organisational studies and implications drawn … |
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Sexuality and SpiritualitySexuality and Spirituality
Mon 25 November, 2:00 pm to Thu 28 November, 2:00 pm
This module will provide students with the methodological tools to engage with a study of sexuality and Spirituality. Students will be enabled to understand how the Christian tradition has engaged with sexuality and spirituality and how that impacts on contemporary … Exploring Theology Term 1: Week 10: Suffering and the Meaning of Life: JobExploring Theology Term 1: Week 10: Suffering and the Meaning of Life: Job
Tue 26 November, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Exploring the Bible Exploring Theology’s year 2019-20 is subtitled Encountering the Bible, and focuses on gaining tools and understanding for rigorous, imaginative, faithful and fruitful encounter with the Scriptures. The Autumn Term explores the Hebrew Scriptures known to Christians as … Working TogetherWorking Together
Mon 25 November, 2:00 pm to Thu 28 November, 2:00 pm
This module encourages engagement with a hermeneutical approach grounded in the Holy Trinity, which is examined through several traditions. Biblical examples of ministry and working together are critiqued through the disciplines of sociology, psychology and organisational studies and implications drawn … |
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Sexuality and SpiritualitySexuality and Spirituality
Mon 25 November, 2:00 pm to Thu 28 November, 2:00 pm
This module will provide students with the methodological tools to engage with a study of sexuality and Spirituality. Students will be enabled to understand how the Christian tradition has engaged with sexuality and spirituality and how that impacts on contemporary … Working TogetherWorking Together
Mon 25 November, 2:00 pm to Thu 28 November, 2:00 pm
This module encourages engagement with a hermeneutical approach grounded in the Holy Trinity, which is examined through several traditions. Biblical examples of ministry and working together are critiqued through the disciplines of sociology, psychology and organisational studies and implications drawn … |
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Sexuality and SpiritualitySexuality and Spirituality
Mon 25 November, 2:00 pm to Thu 28 November, 2:00 pm
This module will provide students with the methodological tools to engage with a study of sexuality and Spirituality. Students will be enabled to understand how the Christian tradition has engaged with sexuality and spirituality and how that impacts on contemporary … Working TogetherWorking Together
Mon 25 November, 2:00 pm to Thu 28 November, 2:00 pm
This module encourages engagement with a hermeneutical approach grounded in the Holy Trinity, which is examined through several traditions. Biblical examples of ministry and working together are critiqued through the disciplines of sociology, psychology and organisational studies and implications drawn … |
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Dementia: Who Cares for the Carers?Dementia: Who Cares for the Carers?
Fri 29 November, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
 The majority of people living with a diagnosis of dementia are cared for at home by a family member. Most people living with a diagnosis of dementia are cared for at home by a family member. This hidden army of … Christmas Wine Tasting 2019Christmas Wine Tasting 2019
Fri 29 November, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
 A selection of wines to go with your Christmas menus. We will sample fizz, white, red and rosé along with canapés prepared by chef Richard Amey to match the character of each wine, guided by Alec Knight who leads popular wine … |
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