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Appointment of New Dean of the Trinity College Theological School

Trinity College is delighted to announce the appointment of the Revd Dr Robert (Bob) Derrenbacker as the next Dean of the Trinity College Theological School. 

Trinity tradition continues with election of new Bishop of Gippsland

Trinity College is delighted by the news that the Revd Dr Richard Treloar (TC 1988) has been elected the thirteenth Bishop of Gippsland. Richard will succeed the Most Revd Kay Goldsworthy AO (TC 1981) who is now Archbishop of Perth.

Trinity host Robin Sharwood Lecture series

In March, Trinity College hosted the inaugural Robin Sharwood Lecture in Church Law before holding another lecture in conjunction with St James' Institute on Thursday 19 April 2018.

Our New Professor

Stephen Burns was appointed a Professor by the University of Divinity Council on 7 June 2017.

Theology, Faith and Political Engagement: The Revd Professor Mark Lindsay

At the end of 2016, Trinity College’s Joan F W Munro Professor of Historical Theology, and Deputy Dean of the Theological School, The Revd Professor Mark Lindsay, journeyed to Princeton Theological Seminary to conduct research on Markus Barth (son of Swiss theologian Karl Barth). He reflects on a theologian deeply engaged with politics and faith.

Archbishop’s Dinner Raises Money for Faith In Our Future Appeal

The 2016 Archbishop’s Dinner held on Wednesday 31 August was a resounding success with over 200 people attending and over $170,000 raised for the Faith in Our Future Appeal.

Major New Scholarships in Theology at Trinity College

The late Joan Adams of Melbourne has left a substantial bequest in favour of the Frank Woods Studentship Fund within the Trinity College Theological School. The bequest enables the School to create three new endowed scholarships for theological study.

Reclaiming Desire: Gregory Seach Presents Barry Marshall Lecture

The College's annual Barry Marshall Memorial Lecture was presented to a full house in the Trinity College Theological School on 10 August.

Gourlay lecture engages audience

Professor Rob Phillips, from the University of Richmond, Virginia, in America, recently gave a fascinating lecture on moral responsibilities and where they lie in the new networked economy.

Successful Theology Conference

A three-day national conference on mission and evangelism called ‘Life in Abundance’ recently finished at Trinity’s Theological School.

Theological School 2016 Commencement Lecture

Being held on 19 February, the Revd Canon Dr Matthew Anstey will give a public lecture.

National honour for Theology Dean

The Revd Canon Professor Dorothy Lee, Dean of the Theology School of Trinity College and the University of Divinity, has been elected a Fellow of the Australian Academy of the Humanities, the highest honour available for achievement in the humanities in Australia.

Theological School welcomes new Lecturer in Biblical Studies

The Revd Dr Robyn Whitaker will join Trinity College Theological School in June 2016 as the Bromby Lecturer in Biblical Studies and Online Coordinator.

2016 Anglican Conference

From 10 to 13 February, Trinity College will play host to an exciting inter-agency conference, Life in Abundance: An Anglican Conference on Mission and Evangelism.

Year of Luke Day at Trinity Theological School

On Saturday 14 November, the Trinity College Theological School will run a Year of Luke Day, providing you with resources for Year C of the lectionary.

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Latest Meditations

The Interregnum

11/11/2020
By Dr Scott Kirkland
In these times in between times something about ordinary moments becomes legible.

Do not put your trust in princes

04/11/2020
By The Revd Canon Dr Bob Derrenbacker
“Do not put your trust in princes (or in presidents, premiers, or prime ministers)…”

Breaking Down Barriers

28/10/2020
By The Revd Dr Chris Porter
Being peace makers in a siloed world.

The Trinity in the Age of Narcissus

21/10/2020
By The Revd Dr Fergus King
What incentives drive people to hold public office: self-interest or a desire to serve others makes a huge difference…

Longing for the face of God

14/10/2020
By The Revd Dr Colleen O'Reilly
Kimmy? Kimmy? Kimmy, now look at me. Look at me Kim. Look at moi. Look at moi. Now, I've got one word to say to you, Kim. Mask.

On Compassion

07/10/2020
By The Revd Canon Professor Dorothy Lee
Compassion for the self and for others is a pathway to peace and harmony, and what the world needs right now.
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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. 

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.

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