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Lessons from Christian Endeavor: “A Training School for the Church” - The Peter Corney Lecture in Youth Ministry

The Peter Corney Lecture in Youth Ministry Lessons from Christian Endeavor “A Training School for the Church” Speaker: Dr Ruth Lukabyo, Youthworks College, Sydney Download Download Lecture Slide Deck: https://bit.ly/PCL2023-Slides-CE Description: Christian Endeavour was arguably the largest and most influential worldwide youth movement. Founded in the USA by Francis E Clarke in 1881, the first Australian Young People’s Society of Christian Endeavour was formed in Geelong in 1883. This lecture ex...

Aug 15, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 9

Preaching the Word in a Culture of Scepticism: Reflections on Jeremiah -The Anglican Institute Lecture

The Anglican Institute Lecture 2023 Preaching the Word in a Culture of Scepticism: Reflections on Jeremiah Guest Speaker: Dr Chris Wright Description: This lecture explores ways in which the culture of Judah had become not unlike the worst aspects of contemporary Western culture in so many nations and what was God’s answer? A sceptical young lad who wasn’t at all sure he was up to it. Our guest speaker is Dr Chris Wright, Global Ambassador & Ministries Director of Langham International Chris...

Jun 11, 2023•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 8

A Less Straight Forward Future - The Alf Stanway Lecture in Mission 2023

The Alf Stanway Lecture in Mission 2023 A Less Straight Forward Future: An Exploration of the Church and its Mission Guest Speaker: Steve McAlpine Description: Tim Keller has recently suggested that the decline of the church in the West may not be as inevitable as many suppose. This lecture will explore the current pressures facing people both of faith and of no faith, and what hope this might give the church for its future. Thank you for listening to the Ridley College Podcast, brought to you b...

Jun 05, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Your Story: Hearing The Voices Of Young Australians - The Peter Corney Lecture

The Peter Corney Lecture in Youth Ministry 2022 Your Story: Hearing The Voices Of Young Australians Guest Speakers: The Rev'd Dr Graham Stanton and Dr Rowan Lewis Description What are the experiences, choices, and relationships that have shaped the faith of Australian young people? The 2022 Peter Corney Lecture in Youth Ministry presents findings from the Your Story research project, exploring the spiritual experiences, beliefs, and influences that are shaping the faith of young people. Join us ...

Jun 05, 2023•53 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Reforming And Renewing Anglicanism: A Way Forward - The Anglican Institute Lecture

The Anglican Institute Lecture 2022 Reforming And Renewing Anglicanism: A Way Forward Guest Speaker: The Rev'd Dr Peter Adam OAM Description This lecture organised by the Anglican Institute has the title "Reforming and Renewing Anglicanism: A Way Forward." It will acknowledge the crisis in the national church, and ask how we might imagine and plan for a future where structures and theology are fit for purpose, and outline how we might work for such a vision. Thank you for listening to the Ridley...

Jun 05, 2023•45 min•Season 1Ep. 5

The Problem Of Evil And Jesus: An Answer I Can Live With - The Leon Morris Lecture

The Leon Morris Lecture in NT Studies 2022 The Problem Of Evil And Jesus: An Answer I Can Live With Guest Speaker: The Rev'd Graham Cole Description The existence of evil in the world is undeniable. The media gives us access to local and global news of violence, suffering, and death 24/7. People suffer and die, friends suffer and die, loved ones suffer and die. For some, their knowledge and experience of evil is enough to justify unbelief in the existence and/or goodness of God. In this lecture,...

Jun 05, 2023•43 min•Season 1Ep. 4

The Influence of Australian Women Missionaries in Shaping Modern China - The Alf Stanway Lecture in Mission 2022

The Alf Stanway Lecture in Mission 2022: The Influence of Australian Women Missionaries in Shaping Modern China Guest speakers: Robert and Linda Banks Description: A window into the personal lives and lasting legacy of several prominent CMS missionaries, especially from Victoria, during half a century of outstanding service. Thank you for listening to the Ridley College Podcast, brought to you by Ridley College. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing and liking our podcast. Rid...

Jun 05, 2023•43 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Pray without Ceasing -The Leon Morris Lecture in NT Studies 2021

The Leon Morris Lecture 2021 Pray without Ceasing Guest Speaker: Dr Andrew Malone Description Andrew explored the role of prayer in the two letters written to the Thessalonians by Paul and his missionary team. Arguably more than in any other Pauline correspondence, prayer dictates the shape of these writings. Many of the prayers are offered as models for next-generation believers to emulate, especially the prayers of thankfulness. They provide us with clear evidence of how the earliest Christian...

Jun 05, 2023•45 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Jesus Among the Gods: Early Christology and the Ancient Theologies of Divinity - The Leon Morris Lecture in NT Studies 2020

The Leon Morris Lecture 2020 Jesus Among the Gods: Early Christology and the Ancient Theologies of Divinity Guest Speaker: The Rev'd Dr Mike Bird Description This year’s Leon Morris Lecture will feature our very own the Rev'd Dr Mike Bird on the topic of Jesus among the gods: Early Christology and the Ancient Theologies of Divinity. Thank you for listening to the Ridley College Podcast, brought to you by Ridley College. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing and liking our podc...

Jun 05, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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