Scripture

From Wellington Cathedral of St Paul

MAKING SENSE OF SCRIPTURE TODAY RESPONSE AND RESPONSIBILITY IN BIBLICAL INTERPRETATION

A one day seminar with Dr Chris Marshall (Victoria University)

Saturday 16th August 9.30am – 3.30pm

Loaves and Fishes Hall Wellington Cathedral (being Saturday there is plenty of free parking)

Suggested Koha - $20.00 ($10.00 unwaged)

Morning and Afternoon Tea and Light Lunch included

An opportunity to engage as a Diocese in the principals of biblical interpretation, as asked for by Synod 2007.

It is suggested that each ministry unit aim to send at least 3 people (clergy and lay, including synod representatives).

Pre-registration by 8th August desired: admin@wellingtoncathedral.org.nz or Tel 472 0286 (Irene or Susan)

This Seminar is arranged jointly by the Wellington Cathedral of St Paul, WIT and Ministry Council.

Biographical note: Dr Chris Marshall, a lay person, is Associate Professor in the Religious Studies Department of Victoria University. Chris's specialities include the study of New Testament theology and ethics, peace theology and practice, and restorative justice. He was one of the speakers at last year’s national Hermeneutics Hui for the Church of Aotearoa, New Zealand and Polynesia presented at Wellington Cathedral.