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SUMMARY:Practical Theology Guild
DESCRIPTION:To kick off the guild meeting this year\, we are pleased to welcome DPT alumnus Dr. Stephen Barkley\, Associate Professor of Bible and Practical Theology at Horizon/Masters College and Seminary. Dr. Barkley will be sharing  about his recent research on “Creating a Culture of Prophetic Discernment.” \nJoin us in person in the Camelford Hall (second floor) at MDC or attend online.\nFor more information\, contact Seán McGuire (mcguismw@mcmaster.ca). \n\nThe Practical Theology (PT) Guild is a monthly Zoom meeting open to all MDC students and faculty interested in Practical Theology. The PT Guild offers an opportunity to meet outside our regular curriculum to discuss various topics concerning being a good PT scholar. Topics include practice-led research\, qualitative research methodologies\, theological reflection methods\, publishing\, current developments in the field\, job market and applications\, and more. \nJoin the Livestream\nPassword: z00m (Note that the password has zeros rather than “o”)
URL:https://mcmasterdivinity.ca/event-calendar/practical-theology-guild-7-2/
LOCATION:Camelford Hall (Room 226)\, 1280 Main St W\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8S 4K1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Practical Theology Guild
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SUMMARY:Theological Studies Guild
DESCRIPTION:The Theological Studies Guild provides a community for those pursuing academic studies in the area of theology\, historical theology\, Christian history\, and related subjects The meetings take place over a bag lunch discussion or presentation\, with the focus on how to flourish in the discipline and how to develop a trajectory of meaningful success in one’s vocation. For more information on the Theological Studies Guild contact Dr. John Issak\, Dr. Gord Heath\, or Dr. Clement Wen.
URL:https://mcmasterdivinity.ca/event-calendar/theological-studies-guild-13/
LOCATION:Farmer Memorial Board Room (Room 207)\, 1280 Main St W\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8S 4K1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Theological Studies Guild
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SUMMARY:Chapel
DESCRIPTION:Our Chapel services are open to all who would like to join us. We meet in-person in the Nathaniel Parker Memorial Chapel at McMaster Divinity College or via livestream. \nJoin the Livestream \nPassword: MDC
URL:https://mcmasterdivinity.ca/event-calendar/chapel-36/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Nathaniel H. Parker Memorial Chapel\, McMaster Divinity College\, 1280 Main St W\, Hamilton\, ON\, L8S 4K1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chapel
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SUMMARY:PhD/DPT - Submit examination copies of dissertation to Registrar's Office for planned December completion
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URL:https://mcmasterdivinity.ca/event-calendar/phd-dpt-submit-examination-copies-of-dissertation-to-registrars-office-for-planned-april-completion/
LOCATION:McMaster Divinity College\, McMaster Divinity College\, 1280 Main St W\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8S 4K1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:TRS - Alvin Lo
DESCRIPTION:Alvin Lo\, Poetic analysis of Ephesian’s Trinitarian Poem\nShort biography: \nI am a second-year PhD student at McMaster Divinity College\, specializing in New Testament studies. Originally from Hong Kong and formerly a civil engineer\, I have been shaped by Baptist\, Evangelical Free\, and Reformed Presbyterian traditions. My lifelong interests span biblical studies\, theology\, philosophy\, community\, culture\, technology\, entertainment\, and sports. Having studied and lived in Australia\, Taiwan\, the United States\, and Canada\, I seek to integrate these diverse experiences into my pursuit of New Testament scholarship and to engage an ever-changing world through a biblical worldview. \nAbstract: \nEphesians 1 is a flamboyant paragraph that stands apart from conventional Pauline epistolary prologues\, captivating lay readers while simultaneously provoking scholarly skepticism. Nevertheless\, closer analysis reveals the limitations of traditional form-critical frameworks\, whose reliance on presupposed epistolary conventions offers insufficient tools to account for the passage’s conspicuous artistic features. This study\, therefore\, returns to poetic theory to develop a linguistic-literary framework capable of engaging the passage through a systematic\, word-based analysis. In particular\, by integrating embedded genre theory\, refined insights from poetic linguistics\, and conventions of Greek lyric poetry\, I argue that Ephesians 1:3–14 is best understood as a sophisticated poetic composition\, meticulously crafted for liturgical performance and communal ritual practice. \nAbout TRS\nThe MDC Theological Research Seminar (TRS) is a bimonthly gathering for all MDC students and faculty. TRS meets from 1:00 PM to 1:50 PM on alternating Wednesdays\, and includes about thirty minutes for the paper presentation and twenty minutes for discussion. \nAll advanced degree students are invited to present a paper and share your research with your colleagues. TRS is an excellent opportunity to “test drive” a paper you will be presenting at an upcoming conference and receive helpful feedback on your current research projects. Thinking about submitting an article to a journal and want some interaction first? TRS will provide it. Just published an article or an essay and want to share it us? TRS is an excellent opportunity to broadcast it. \nThis year the organizing committee consists of Dr. Cynthia Westfall\, Dr. Lee Beach\, and Dr. John Isaak. To submit a paper\, contact a member of the organizing committee. \nJoin the Livestream\nPassword: z00m (Note that the password has zeros rather than “o”)
URL:https://mcmasterdivinity.ca/event-calendar/trs-23/
LOCATION:Camelford Hall (Room 226)\, 1280 Main St W\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8S 4K1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Theological Research Seminars
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