The End of Progress?

How does theology speak into the clash between old progress narratives and recent revelations of planetary crisis? What is the shape of our social and political stories if they things are not always getting better? Join the Rev’d Dr Greg Boyd for a spirited conversation on this theme of vital significance to younger generations, both within and outside the church.

Greg Boyd is an internationally recognised theologian, author, and Senior Pastor of Woodland Hills Church in St Paul, Minnesota. His work spans academic theology, Christian apologetics, and writing for a wider church audience. He has authored 22 books, including Letters from a Skeptic, The Myth of a Christian Nation, The Crucifixion of the Warrior God, and Cross Vision. He has also contributed to public discussions of theology and contemporary Christianity through appearances in The New York Times, CNN, NPR, and the BBC.

A central theme of Boyd’s work is the revelation of God in the crucified Christ. From this perspective, he explores questions of divine power, the problem of evil, violence in Scripture, Christian participation in politics, and the character of God. He holds a PhD from Princeton Theological Seminary and served for 16 years as Professor of Theology at Bethel University in St Paul. Alongside his scholarly and pastoral work, he is widely known as a public speaker and communicator on questions of faith, Scripture, and Christian discipleship.

This is a free event hosted by the St James’ Institute and Gospel Conversations, as part of the Spring series Progress & Purpose. It is held in-person at St James’ King Street, Sydney, followed by refreshments downstairs in the Crypt. All are most welcome to attend choral evensong from 6:15pm. The series will also be streamed online. Registration is essential for catering purposes (in-person) and to receive access details (online).

Greg Boyd is in Australia as keynote speaker at the The Cruciform Vision, a three-day conference on cross-centred theology hosted by Alphacrucis University College and Gospel Conversations. The conference explores how the cross shapes life, ministry, and our understanding of God in today’s world. All are invited to register.

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