@DocBrush

Vice Principal Cuddesdon, Director of CGH, owner of The Moog, practical theologian, medieval historian, Latinist, linocut artist, TEN chair she/her

 Gloucester, England
Joined June 2011
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Thank you to everyone who has bought my new book and for the kind comments about it. If anyone has bought it and is willing to put a review on Amazon, I’d really appreciate it as it helps with the algorithm. @SCM_Press scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books…
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Yeah that would be me with my book on sale in an actual shop. Only one copy left at Church House Bookshop so they are ordering more in! @SCM_Press
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We are delighted to publish Gessica Arthur's piece "When the System Cuts Deep: Black Maternal Trauma and the Theology That Listens Back" on our Hub: practicaltheologyhub.com/?p=… Please do enjoy the good read!

When the System Cuts Deep: Black Maternal Trauma and the Theology That Listens Back - Practical...

“I kept saying ‘I’m in pain, I’m in pain,’ but I was completely dismissed and fobbed off – no one looked at me,” recalled Tinuke Awe, a Black mother and campaigner, describing her near-death experi...

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We’re pleased to announce that Revd Dr Richard Wyld, Director of Formation, has been appointed as the 1st Director of the #Cuddesdon Chelmsford Centre, to ensure a seamless setup for students this September. rcc.ac.uk/news @chelmsdio
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SCM Press@SCM_PressMay 6
Some reviews in the latest Transforming Ministry mag: 1. The Way Through the Trees (@DocBrush), which outlines the author's own model of faith development alongside others'. 'I advocate setting aside time to reflect in depth' (Lindsay Tanner) Order via our website (link in bio)
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Helen Cameron@Helen4voicesApr 15
Congratulations @_jamesb and thank you for taking part in the Symposium and now this Special Issue.
James Butler@_jamesbApr 15
Excited to hear my paper for @PrThJournal has gone live today. It's part of the special issue coming out in a couple of months on Congregational Studies. In the paper I look at how we can embrace a riskier approach to interdisciplinary work. tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.…

Unbracketing the practical theologian: finding ways to participate in congregational studies

This paper begins from the experience of some practical theologians at the Congregational Studies Symposium in February 2025. The concern aired by those practical theologians was that talk about Go...

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We are delighted to publish Will Rose-Moore and Sarah Pritchard's article "Can men do feminist theology?" on our Hub. A great read! practicaltheologyhub.com/?p=…

Can men do feminist theology? - Practical Theology Hub

Summary: This conversation explores how men might responsibly engage with feminist theology and how women can encourage men’s involvement in this vital area of work towards justice. Sarah: Feminist...

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I spy with my little eye… front row!
SCM Press@SCM_PressApr 13
We are at SST this week in Derbyshire - come along and check out our bookstall if you are too! 25% off everything while stocks last
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Helen Cameron@Helen4voicesApr 13
Theological Action Research - online training. James Butler and I run this twice a year. Next one coming up 3 and 4 June 2026 online. A chance to experience aspects of the methodology and meet people who are exploring it. Training & Events – Theology and Action Research Network
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Helen Cameron@Helen4voicesApr 2
Replying to @RegentsOx
@RegentsOx looking for someone to lead their ministerial formation. Do share!
@Project-Violet@ProjectViolet1Apr 2
Replying to @RegentsOx
@RegentsOx have a vacancy for a Tutorial Fellow in Theology and Ministerial Formation. Do encourage women who might be interested to consider it. rpc.ox.ac.uk/about-regents/v… Deadline to apply 27 April.
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We are thrilled to announce that the Department of Theology and Religion has been ranked 4th in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 🎉🎉 This ranking is recognition of the extraordinary quality and global impact of the Department’s research and teaching. 1/3
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The younger generation live and engage in a global village - we need to meet them in the world, not only in our buildings. Article @PrThJournal What’s distinctive about contemporary ministry amongst younger generations? tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.…

What’s distinctive about contemporary ministry amongst younger generations?

This empirical study asked a range of stakeholders about their view and experience of ministry amongst children, young people and families in 2024. Many of the responses highlighted issues which ha...

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Looking forward to hearing these insights on Bible user research from different parts of the world next week.
Bible User Research Network@BibUserResearchMar 12
We meet a week today. As usual, the chance to discuss issues within Bible user research, featuring talks on Canadian Baptists, local culture in Namibia, and women interpreting Ephesians 5 in England. bible-user-research-network.…

Bible User Research Network

An international network for qualitative and quantitative research with Bible users

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His Majesty The King has approved the nomination of the Revd Canon Dr Michael Leyden as the next Bishop of Penrith. As he embarks on this new season of ministry, we pray for God’s blessing, guidance, and grace to accompany him every step of the way. @CarlisleDiocese carlislediocese.org.uk/news/…
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Golly this review is incredibly encouraging.
SCM Press@SCM_PressMar 13
With its 'meticulously described landscape', The Way Through The Trees 'could well be a go-to starting point for students and ordinands for essays on faith development.' @DocBrush's book is reviewed in @churchtimes this week - get 20% off via their review: churchtimes.co.uk/articles/2…
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Good to see General Synod finally reinstating the participation of young people. I worked with the later disbanded C of E Youth Council & saw their value at Synod both for the Church & the young ppl involved (many continue to serve the church) tinyurl.com/mwcje4yv

General Synod welcomes new Youth Representatives | The Church of England

Motion finalises 2025 commitment to amplify young adults’ voices in decision making

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Ok folks, so later this year I’m teaching Church History & a task I set students is to put a series of church events in order. I have 50 events which I am considering revising. So... what would be yr top 5 events in Christian History (after the events recorded in the Bible). GO!
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SCM Press@SCM_PressJan 19
‘It is not about adding disabled people in; it is about allowing them to change the Church.’ NEW on the SCM Press blog: a Q&A with Timothy Goode, author of Breaking, not Broken scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/blog/…
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Get dressed, ye merry gentlemen, let nothing ye dismay! For it is Christmas, Christmas, Christmas. Christmas, Christmas Day! It’s Christmas Christmas Christmas Christmas Christmas Christmas Day… It is Chri-hi-hi-hi-hi-hi-histmas day, Chrissymas Day, it is Chriiiiiiiistmas Day!
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Happy Christmas from Gloucester one and all! #clergymaltclub
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SCM Press@SCM_Press12 Dec 2025
Israel Olofinjana writes about polyphonic theology and the rise of Christian nationalism: cmmw.org.uk/2025/12/04/polyp… He, together with David Wise and Usha Reifsnider, edited Polyphonic God which was released in July this year: scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books…
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