Icon (Close Menu)

ordinands

The Ordinal According to Jane Austen

By David Goodhew Introduction Jane Austen wrote romantic comedy, but she also wrote theology. And it has much to say to us in these dark, often...

11 Tips for New Ordinands

Here are my thoughts today for a new ordinand.

Toward a New Vision for Formation

Too often the study of Scripture and theology is done at arm's length, like a scientist engaging in vivisection.

TBT: Ember Days

The Living Church, 1936: “Four times a year the notices on Sunday call our attention to the Ember Days.”

‘Time makes ancient truths uncouth’

A great many senior figures in the Church no longer value the work of full-time theological colleges.

More Students Pursue Ministry

Numbers of people entering training for ministry in the Church of England have reached the highest level in a decade.

Fragmented formation: training clergy

Most of the conversation on ministerial formation is a load of crock. I suspect we engage in a little false advertising along the lines of: "Be transformed in three easy steps or your money back."

WEEKLY NEWSLETTER

Top headlines. Every Friday.

MOST READ