A Study Day led by Russell Jefford, providing an introduction to the life and work of St Athanasius (c. 295 - 373 AD). For Athanasius, the Trinity was not an abstract concept but rather a (theo)logical necessity based on his understanding of salvation as physically rooted in the Incarnation (the achievements of which are ‘more than the waves of the sea’). No knowledge of Church history or theology is assumed. To book, or for further information, visit https://ordinarytheology.com or contact Russell Jefford at info@ordinarytheology.com S

A Study Day led by Russell Jefford, providing an introduction to the origin of the Nicene Creed and the formation of the Doctrine of the Trinity to help those unfamiliar with the topic to prepare for the House’s Conference Receiving Nicaea on 12th and 13th November. ‘Begotten not made, of one being with the Father’ is a crucial but perplexing phrase in the Nicene Creed. What does it mean, why was it so important (and controversial) and how did we end up with the doctrine of the Trinity? We will explore these questions with the help of some key source texts as well as the output from the Councils of Nicaea (325 AD) and Constantinople (381 AD). All are welcome. This Study Day will begin with Morning Prayer in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel at 9.30am, and conclude with Evensong at 4.00pm.

One collect from the Book of Common Prayer asks that God grant that ‘we may hear, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest’ his word to us in Holy Scripture. In this group, we will explore how to do that, drawing insights particularly from the Anglican tradition but with attention to the broader historic tradition. To that end, over the term, we’ll read some introductory texts, discuss the key themes involved in reading Scripture well, and, most important, attempt to put into practice the things we learn by engaging with texts from Scripture. Sessions will be held in the Liddon Room at 9.30–10.30am on Fridays in Weeks 1–8 (starting 17^th October). If interested, please contact Phillip Quinn on phillip@puseyhouse.org.uk

The women's group invites women from all backgrounds and ages to join us for soup, study, prayer, and fellowship. While we frequently explore essays by female Anglo-Catholic theologians, we occasionally venture into other inspiring or exciting topics. To express your interest, please contact matti@puseyhouse.org.

‘Devote yourself above all to the reading of the divine Scriptures’ instructed Origen, a master exegete of the early Church.  In Michaelmas Term we will work through a number of excerpts from Origen’s writings, seeking (orthodox) insights from Scripture (the Song of Songs and Numbers) sharing our inspiration as we go.  We will meet in the Library on Mondays, 6.30 – 8.00pm from Mon 6th Oct (0^th Week) to Mon 17th Nov (6^th Week).  No knowledge of Church history or theology is assumed. For more information, contact Russell Jefford at info@ordinarytheology.com

            Mon 6th          Introductory Session

            Mon 13^th         On First Principles Book 4 – Part 1

            Mon 20^th         On First Principles Book 4 – Part 2

            Mon 27^th         Homily 27 on Numbers

            Mon 10^th         First Homily on the Song of Songs

            Mon 17th        Second Homily on the Song of Songs

For On First Principles Book 4 and Homily 27 on Numbers we will use the translations in the Origen volume in the Classics of Western Spirituality series, edited by Rowan A. Greer. For the First Homily and Second Homily on the Song of Songs the translation is in Ancient Christian Writers Volume 26.  Copies of these are available in the Pusey House Library.